The Unsung Heroes by JeffG7BRJ

Photography • People • posted on Apr 18, 2008

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As well as the heroes fighting in the war, there are also thousands more at home, fighting in their own way to keep the country running whilst their menfolk are away. My sister-in-law was one of them, so I use her as an example, she drove a fire engine in the war years, that was the reason for her learning to drive in the first place. When the war was over she let her licence lapse and didn't renew it until 1968, she couldn't aford a car until then. Lots of women went into the factories and did all sorts of work, work that needed to be done. They were second class citizens until they were needed for the war effort. So this image is dedicated to all the women out there, I think they deserve it. Without them striving to keep things running smoothly, the war could have had a different ending. There were of course men that didn't go to war for one reson or another and so I have included a couple in this image. The sweep, I don't know maybe he was to old, the entertainer(he could sing pretty good). The Milk cart was attached to the cycle of the lady above it talking to the warden. The lady with the horse has a badge on her arm denoting 'Forewoman' I wouldn't argue with her. The other land army lady was just browsing the market. Please zoom for more detail. Thanks for stopping by for a look and for any comments you care to make. May the sun shine down on you, where ever you are.

Comments (23)

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nikolais

11:55AM | Fri, 18 April 2008

In Russia they call them "rabotniki tyla" i.e. workers of the rear, to differenciate from those who were fighting in the front. Both worked for the main great cause. Now the former proudly have the title of war veterans. And it is fair. Thank you for your wisest reminder and a most wonderful collage.

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mickuk50

12:16PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

june`s mum jenny worked in the munitions factory she has had some stories to tell over the years .excellent presentation again aswell as a great read :o) mick

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stevey3d

1:28PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

Excellent Jeff! So much going on and wonderful details! 5+

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durleybeachbum

1:28PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

MY mum was the fire chief's chauffeur in Leeds during t'war, and had to cycle in every time the sirens went. Even if the all clear went before she got there she had to cyle in to report before she went back. The Green goddesses were kept under an arch in an old stable yard and had to parked facing out ready to go, of course. Mum and one man were the only 2 people who could reverse them in through the arch! Another super set of pics, Jeff. Thankyou!

MrsLubner

1:59PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

Ah.... good ol' Rosie the Riveter! My mom did a few things including volunteering at the USO. great collage and wonderful read as always. And of course, great postwork!

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hipps13

2:23PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

Wow Jeff so interesting to see I was not born yet but me mom who lived in Denmark talks little about it so more meaning to view thanks for sharing sweet weekend to you warm hug, Linda

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SapUS59

3:08PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

excellent collage of images my friend and a memory to share !!

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tennesseecowgirl

3:23PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

wonderful Jeff, and I saw your comment and made the the correction just had to change one word for the UDDER ! lol

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jocko500

5:49PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

so wonderful looking. hope you got a shot of the big horse with hair around it feet. just love to see them

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Richardphotos

7:59PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

I am still enjoying very much this series. outstanding collage.I feel like I am there

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Mousson

9:37PM | Fri, 18 April 2008

splendid collage!!!!!!!!!!

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LudyMelltSekher

12:43AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Wonderful photography. Superbly work!! Congratulations!! A million stars ****Happy Weekend. Luminous blesing.Ludy (Sorry to have that to write the same thing in English to all, but are few the words that I have in English to say)

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