Photographic Print : Three duchesses doing war work, WW1
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Three duchesses doing war work, WW1
Three duchesses doing war work at the start of the First World War. Above: the Duchess of Westminster working at her sewing machine in the open air at Gifford House, Roehampton, wearing a large hat, making items for a field hospital. Below left: the Duchess of Hamilton in her uniform as a Red Cross nurse. Below right: Millicent Duchess of Sutherland arriving at the front in Belgium to serve as a Red Cross nurse. Date: August 1914
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Media ID 14122014
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Arriving Duchess Duchesses Gifford Hamilton Items Millicent Nurse Nursing Patriotic Patriotism Roehampton Sewing Sutherland Westminster
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring three noble Duchesses engaged in war work during the early days of World War I. Witness the Duchess of Westminster, depicted in period attire and a large hat, diligently working at her sewing machine outdoors at Gifford House, Roehampton. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of these remarkable women during a pivotal moment in history. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with a Media Storehouse Photographic Print, available through our Rights Managed licensing. Each print is professionally printed on premium quality archival paper, ensuring long-lasting vibrancy and detail. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 27.9cm (7" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Three Noble Duchesses: Pioneering Women in WWI War Efforts This evocative photograph captures three British duchesses, each making significant contributions to the war efforts during the early days of the First World War. Above, the Duchess of Westminster, clad in a large sun hat, is pictured in the open air at Gifford House, Roehampton, diligently working at her sewing machine. Her determined expression and the piles of fabric nearby suggest that she is producing items for a field hospital, her patriotic act a testament to the spirit of wartime service and resourcefulness. Below left, the Duchess of Hamilton is seen in her Red Cross nurse uniform, ready to offer her skills and compassion to wounded soldiers. Her uniform bears the insignia of the Red Cross, symbolizing her commitment to providing aid and comfort to those in need. The Duchess of Sutherland, below right, is captured as she arrives at the front lines in Belgium, also in Red Cross nurse attire. Her determined gaze and the backdrop of a military camp underscore the immense challenges and sacrifices she was prepared to make in the name of duty and patriotism. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit and selflessness of these three duchesses, who, like countless other women during WWI, answered the call to serve their country and make a difference in the face of adversity.
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