Overalls Collection (#9)

Women on production line, United Biscuits, Harlesden
Women at work on the production line for McVitie's Jaffa Cakes at the United Biscuits factory in Harlesden, Middlesex, 23 September 1970. Date: 1970

Porter pulling a loaded cart at a market, 20 July 1970. Date: 1970

Man removing peas from froster in Birds Eye factory
Man removing peas from a froster in Birds Eye factory. The peas have been quick-frozen, ready for storage at sub-zero temperature. Date: circa 1970s

Woman inspecting peas in Birds Eye factory
Woman inspecting peas in a Birds Eye factory before they are quick-frozen. Date: circa 1970s

Cartoon, The concierge of the House of Austria, WW1
Cartoon, The concierge of the House of Austria, showing Emperor Franz Josef of Austria lying in state (although he was still alive at the time)

Biddy Pearson at Daily Worker Christmas Bazaar, London
Biddy Pearson with an array of cakes at a Daily Worker Christmas Bazaar taking place at St Pancras Town Hall, London. December 1956

Jigsaw used to cut a piece of wood
A carpenter using a jigsaw to cut a piece of wood to shape, possibly for use in die cutting. Photograph by Heinz Zinram Date: 1950s

A housewife with a mouthful of clothes pegs strikes a pose as she hangs out the washing! Date: 1940s (re-enactment)

DRYDEN/DIE DAME/13
Front cover from Die Dame illustrating a woman in orange driving overalls sitting on her Bugatti with a dog in her lap. Date: 1930

Eli the Thatcher, 1913 (oil on canvas)
2632477 Eli the Thatcher, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Rothenstein, William (1872-1945); 76.5x63.3 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery ; © NPL - DeA Picture Library

John Cassidy (RBS), 1900 (oil on canvas)
MAN277403 John Cassidy (RBS), 1900 (oil on canvas) by Barber, Reginald (1851-1928); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Arc welding (colour litho)
5207587 Arc welding (colour litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arc welding)

War Protesters, Washington DC, USA, 1940 (b/w photo)
5974338 War Protesters, Washington DC, USA, 1940 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Worker at carbon black plant, Sunray, Texas, 1942. Creator: John Vachon
Worker at carbon black plant, Sunray, Texas

Workers leaving Pennsylvania shipyards, Beaumont, Texas, 1943. Creator: John Vachon
Workers leaving Pennsylvania shipyards, Beaumont, Texas

Portrait of a farm boy, between 1941 and 1945. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a farm boy

Constructing a building on the site of a new steel mill... Columbia Steel Co. Geneva, Utah, 1942
Constructing a building on the site of a new steel mill which will soon turn out steel for the war needs, Columbia Steel Co. Geneva, Utah

Women are trained to do precise and... Douglas Aircraft Company plants, Long Beach, Calif. 1942
Women are trained to do precise and vital engine installation detail in Douglas Aircraft Company plants, Long Beach, Calif

Rural school children, San Augustine County, Texas, 1943. Creator: John Vachon
Rural school children, San Augustine County, Texas

Electric phosphate smelting furnace used to make element... vicinity of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, 1942
Electric phosphate smelting furnace used to make elemental phosphorus in a TVA chemical plant in the vicinity of Muscle Shoals, Alabama

M-4 tank crews of the United States, Ft. Knox, Ky. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
M-4 tank crews of the United States, Ft. Knox, Ky

This woman worker at the Vultee-Nashville is shown making... Nashville, Tenn. 1943. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
This woman worker at the Vultee-Nashville is shown making final adjustments in the wheel well of an inner wing before the installation of the landing gear, Nashville, Tenn

One of Americas new warships of the air, a mighty YB-17 bomber... Langley Field, Va. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
One of Americas new warships of the air, a mighty YB-17 bomber, is pulled up at a bombardment squadron hangar, Langley Field, Va. It is all set to taxi out to a runway and take off

A wing brace assembly for a B-25 bomber is prepared... North American Aviation, Inc. Calif. 1942
A wing brace assembly for a B-25 bomber is prepared for the assembly line of an aircraft plant, North American Aviation, Inc. Calif

Maintenance mechanic in largest coal press... Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1942
Maintenance mechanic in largest coal press in world, Combustion Engineering Co. Chattanooga, Tenn

Gas welding a joint in a line... at the TVAs new Douglas Dam on the French Broad River, Tenn. 1942
Gas welding a joint in a line of spiral pipe at the TVAs new Douglas Dam on the French Broad River, Tenn. This dam will be 161 feet high and 1, 682 feet long, with a 31

Big Pete Ramagos, rigger at work on dam (TVA) Douglas Dam, Tenn. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Big Pete Ramagos, rigger at work on dam (TVA) Douglas Dam, Tenn

A carpenter at the TVAs new Douglas dam on the French Broad River, Tenn. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
A carpenter at the TVAs new Douglas dam on the French Broad River, Tenn. This dam will be 161 feet high and 1, 682 feet ong, with a 31, 600-acre reservoir area extending 43 miles upstream

Carpenter at work on Douglas Dam, Tennessee (TVA), 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Carpenter at work on Douglas Dam, Tennessee (TVA)

A nose wheel and landing gear assembly for a B-25... North American Aviation, Inc. Calif. 1942
A nose wheel and landing gear assembly for a B-25 bomber under construction in a western aircraft plant, North American Aviation, Inc. Calif. A front section of the plane shows in the background

Tank crew standing in front of an M-4 tank, Ft. Knox, Ky. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Tank crew standing in front of an M-4 tank, Ft. Knox, Ky

C. & N. W. R. R. Mrs. Elibia Siematter, employed as a sweeper at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa, 1943
C. & N.W. R.R. Mrs. Elibia Siematter, employed as a sweeper at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa

Gist inspector, Mrs. Mary Betchner inspecting one of the 25 cutters... Milwaukee, Wis. 1943. Creator: Howard Hollem
Gist inspector, Mrs. Mary Betchner inspecting one of the 25 cutters for burrs before inserting it in the inside of a 105mm. howitzer at the Milwaukee, Wis. plant of the Chain Belt Co

Chicago and North Western R.R. Mrs. Thelma Cuvage, working in the sand house... Clinton, Iowa, 1943
Chicago and North Western R.R. Mrs. Thelma Cuvage, working in the sand house at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa. Her job is to see that sand is sifted and cleaned for use in the locomotives. Mrs

Learning to work a cutting machine, these two NYA employees... Corpus Christi, Texas, 1942. Creator: Howard Hollem
Learning to work a cutting machine, these two NYA employees receive training to fit them for important work, Corpus Christi, Texas

Women workers employed as wipers in the roundhouse having lunch... C&NWRR. Clinton, Iowa, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Women workers employed as wipers in the roundhouse having lunch in their rest room, C. & N.W. R.R. Clinton, Iowa. Photograph shows Marcella Hart at left, Mrs. Elibia Siematter at right

C. & N.W. R.R. women wipers at the roundhouse cleaning one of the giant... Clinton, Iowa, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
C. & N.W. R.R. women wipers at the roundhouse cleaning one of the giant " H class locomotives, Clinton, Iowa. Photograph shows Marcella Hart at left, Mrs. Elibia Siematter at right

C. & N.W. R.R. women wipers employed at the roundhouse cleaning one of the... Clinton, Iowa, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
C. & N.W. R.R. women wipers employed at the roundhouse cleaning one of the giant " H" class locomotives, Clinton, Iowa. Photograph probably shows Mrs. Marcella Hart and Mrs. Viola Sievers

Women wipers of the Chicago and North Western Railroad cleaning one of the... Clinton, Iowa, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
Women wipers of the Chicago and North Western Railroad cleaning one of the giant " H" class locomotives, Clinton, Iowa. Mrs. Marcella Hart and Mrs. Viola Sievers

C. & N.W. R.R. Mrs. Marcella Hart, mother of three children, employed as a... Clinton, Iowa, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
C. & N.W. R.R. Mrs. Marcella Hart, mother of three children, employed as a wiper at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa

Frances Eggleston, aged 23, came from Oklahoma... Consolidated Aircraft Corp. Fort Worth, TX, 1942
Frances Eggleston, aged 23, came from Oklahoma, used to do office work. Removing paper from pilots window(?), Consolidated Aircraft Corp. Fort Worth, Texas

C. & N.W. R.R. Cloe Weaver, mother of four children, employed... the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa, 1943
C. & N.W. R.R. Cloe Weaver, mother of four children, employed as a helper at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa. She is learning to operate the turntable. Her husband works for a structural steel company

C. & N. W. R. R. Mrs. Dorothy Lucke, employed as a wiper at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa, 1943. Creator: Jack Delano
C. & N.W. R.R. Mrs. Dorothy Lucke, employed as a wiper at the roundhouse, Clinton, Iowa

Servicing an A-20 bomber, Langley Field, Va. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Servicing an A-20 bomber, Langley Field, Va

Boys fishing in a bayou, Schriever, La. 1940. Creator: Marion Post Wolcott
Boys fishing in a bayou, Schriever, Louisiana. Cajun children in a bayou near the school. Terrebonne, a Farm Security Administration project

School children singing, Pie Town, New Mexico, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
School children singing, Pie Town, New Mexico. [Signs: Craig Motor Co.; A Standard Oil product; Magdalena Drug Co. Complete line of drugs ]

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From slapstick comedy to hard work, they have stood the test of time. Just like Laurel and Hardy, who brought laughter to millions with their iconic outfits. Whether it's Stan Laurel (left) or Oliver Hardy, these two comedic geniuses knew how to rock a pair of overalls. But overalls aren't just for the silver screen. In Muriel Dawson's painting 'The Days Work, ' blacksmiths can be seen outside their forge donning these practical garments. It's a testament to their durability and functionality in demanding professions. Even on the race track, overalls make an appearance. The 1962 Belgian GP saw drivers suited up in this timeless attire as they revved up their engines for an adrenaline-fueled competition. During World War II, AFS women training in Highgate, London wore overalls as they prepared themselves for crucial roles on the home front. These brave women exemplified strength and resilience while clad in this essential uniform. It also found their place in everyday life at places like Smithfield Market or Lodsworth Women's Institute jam making sessions in August 1943. They were worn by workers who dedicated themselves to providing goods and nourishment for communities during challenging times. In Haverfordwest, South Wales, Llewellin Churn Works witnessed skilled craftsmen wearing overalls as they meticulously crafted churns that would stand the test of time. Their dedication and attention to detail ensured quality products made with care. And let's not forget those young men sorting through piles of scrap metal – even amidst dirty work; they recognized the value of sturdy clothing that could withstand any challenge thrown at them. Lastly, we cannot overlook the Calthorpe Racing Car adorned with advertisements featuring individuals proudly sporting their trusty overalls – a symbol of speed combined with reliability on wheels. Whether it was laughter-inducing comedy acts or hardworking individuals going about their daily tasks, they have been a constant companion throughout history.