WWI US Homefront 1918 Women Police Recruits Awaiting Equipment Photo

Description: An original antique US military press photo. This was acquired by us in a lot at auction from a large collector of antique military ephemera. All images in this set appear to be original to the era: either silver gelatin originals or images distributed to era press outlets. Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5" original photograph.Condition: Original to the era and in good to fair antique condition; may have missing portions, age wear, smudging, corners may have slight damage or some light creasing. Please see photos. This photograph depicts a group of women standing in a line, dressed in dark coats and hats, indicative of early 20th-century fashion. They appear to be indoors, possibly in a corridor or a hallway. The women are likely recruits for the Women's Police, as suggested by the handwritten notes on the back of the photograph. The photo was taken on August 2, 1918, which situates it during World War I, a period when women were increasingly involved in various civil and military roles.During World War I, women played crucial roles in support of the war effort, taking on jobs traditionally held by men. The formation of women's police forces was part of this shift, with women being recruited to maintain public order and handle duties that were considered more suitable for female officers, such as dealing with female suspects and children. This particular photograph captures an early stage of this significant societal change.Visible text in the photograph includes the caption: "THE RAW MATERIAL. Recruits For the Woman Police Awaiting Equipment." There are no known individuals named in this photograph based on the details provided.

Price: 46 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2024-12-25T04:09:17.000Z

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