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Metal Print : WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Armourers
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WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Armourers
WW2 - With the W.A.A.F. - Armourers Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 14352710
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Auxiliary Guns Oct15 Preparing Waaf Armourers Weapons
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating WW2 Metal Print featuring the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (W.A.A.F.) Armourers. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to circa 1942. Each Metal Print is expertly crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Bring the history and heroism of the W.A.A.F. to your home or office with this unique and authentic piece of art. Order now and relive the past with a touch of modern elegance.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 61.5cm x 39.2cm (24.2" x 15.4")
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
With the W.A.A.F. - Armourers: A Glimpse into the Wartime Role of Women in the Second World War This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the Second World War, as women of the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (W.A.A.F.) perform their essential duties as armourers. Dated circa 1942, the image offers a poignant reminder of the critical contributions made by women on the home front during this global conflict. The women in this photograph are intently focused on their tasks, each one meticulously preparing, making, or building weapons – primarily guns and machine guns – that would be used by the military forces. Their uniforms, adorned with the distinctive W.A.A.F. insignia, reflect their dedication and commitment to the war effort. The Women's Auxiliary Air Force was formed in March 1939, just prior to the outbreak of the Second World War. Initially tasked with administrative and clerical roles, the W.A.A.F. soon expanded to include more specialized roles, such as armourers, mechanics, and radio operators. By the end of the war, over 180,000 women had served in the W.A.A.F., making it one of the largest women's services in the world. This photograph is a testament to the vital role women played in the war effort, often working in challenging conditions and performing tasks that were traditionally the domain of men. Their contributions were invaluable, freeing up men to serve in combat roles and ultimately helping to secure Allied victory in the Second World War.
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