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Member of the Womens Land Army, WW2
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Member of the Womens Land Army, WW2
A member of the Womens Land Army (land girl) during the Second World War, standing by a garden gate. Date: 1942
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1942 Badge Effort Jumper Trousers
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of a young Women's Land Army member during World War II, standing confidently by a garden gate in 1942. The Women's Land Army (WLA), also known as 'land girls,' played a vital role in the British war effort during this period, as men were called away to fight. The woman in the photograph wears the distinctive WLA uniform, including trousers, jumper, and hat adorned with a badge. Her smiling face and relaxed posture convey a sense of pride and determination, reflecting the resilience and dedication of the women who served in the Land Army. The garden gate and house in the background provide a reminder of the domestic setting that many land girls left behind to support the war effort. This image offers a poignant glimpse into the 1940s and the important contributions of women during wartime.
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