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GIRL WASHING HANDS, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur
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GIRL WASHING HANDS, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur
GIRL WASHING HANDS, 1942.
Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory lathe operator, standing on a footstool to wash her hands in the bathroom sink at her home, one of the four-room housing units constructed for defense industry employees in Bantam, Connecticut. Photographed by Howard R. Hollem, 1942
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1942 Bathroom Daughter Defense Domestic Hand Heath Hollem Home Front Howard Hygiene Plumbing Responsibility Sink Stool Toilet Toothbrush Warren Washing Water Well Being Working Class World War Ii Bantam Mcarthur
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Girl Washing Hands, 1942 - A Glimpse into Everyday Life on the Home Front
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. This print captures a poignant moment in history during World War II. In this image titled "Girl Washing Hands, 1942" we see three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory lathe operator, standing on a footstool to reach the bathroom sink at her home in Bantam, Connecticut. The photograph by Howard R. Hollem offers us a glimpse into the daily life of working-class families during this tumultuous time. As defense industry employees played an essential role in supporting the war effort, four-room housing units were constructed for their well-being. Ann's sense of responsibility is evident as she diligently washes her hands under running water from the tap. This act reflects both personal hygiene and collective efforts to maintain health amidst challenging circumstances. The simplicity of this scene reminds us that even amidst global conflict, everyday routines continued. The mid-century interior with its plumbing fixtures and Kleenex box showcases domestic comforts that brought solace to families facing uncertainty. Through this remarkable photograph from The Granger Collection's archives, we are transported back to an era where resilience prevailed despite adversity. It serves as a powerful reminder of how ordinary individuals contributed to extraordinary times and highlights the importance placed on hygiene and cleanliness for all members of society during wartime America.
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