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Female employees at Swindon Works making lamps, c. 1940
A larger group of female employees have been photographed here engaged in the making of lamps at Swindon Works. The tin lamp bodies and glass lenses are neatly stacked on the workbench awaiting assembly. The mass employment of women posed many challenges for the GWR, not least in the provision of suitable facilities such as toilets and rest rooms. In 1943 a Womans Welfare Supervisor, Miss Brennan, was appointed by the GWR to advise on such matters and to champion the use of women in all areas of the organisation
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19938911
Female Swindon Works Women World War 2 War Work
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.8cm (9.6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a larger group of determined female employees at Swindon Works, diligently engaged in the production of lamps during the 1940s. The workbench is adorned with neatly stacked tin lamp bodies and glass lenses, eagerly awaiting assembly by these skilled women. However, this image also sheds light on the challenges faced by the Great Western Railway (GWR) due to mass employment of women during World War II. As more and more women joined the workforce, suitable facilities like toilets and rest rooms became pressing concerns for GWR management. Recognizing this need, in 1943 Miss Brennan was appointed as a Womans Welfare Supervisor by GWR to address such matters and advocate for equal opportunities for women across all areas of their organization. In an era where gender roles were being redefined amidst wartime demands, this photograph symbolizes both resilience and progress. These dedicated female workers played a vital role in supporting their country's war efforts while simultaneously breaking barriers within traditionally male-dominated industries. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot from STEAM Museum of the GWR, let us appreciate not only the craftsmanship displayed but also acknowledge the significant contributions made by these remarkable women who defied societal norms to shape a brighter future for generations to come.
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