Womens Royal Air Force -- Painters Shop
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Womens Royal Air Force -- Painters Shop
Illustration, Eight Months with the Womens Royal Air Force. Showing women at work in the Painters Shop, painting RAF markings on aeroplane wings. Date: 1919-1920
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Media ID 14121666
© Mary Evans Picture Library / John Maclellan
Airforce Brush Marking Markings Months Paint Painters Trestle Wings Workshop Wraf 1919
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This evocative illustration offers a glimpse into the Women's Royal Air Force (WRAF) Painters Shop during the aftermath of the First World War. The image, titled 'Eight Months with the WRAF,' captures a moment of intense focus and dedication as women apply RAF markings to the wings of an aircraft. The Women's Royal Air Force was formed in March 1918, during the final stages of the First World War, to release men for combat duties. Over 25,000 women served in the WRAF, performing various roles, including clerical, mechanical, and engineering tasks. The Painters Shop was just one of the many workshops where women contributed to the war effort. In this illustration, we see women working diligently at their flight trestles, applying paint to the wings of an aeroplane with brushes in hand. The women's uniforms, complete with berets and brassard insignia, add to the sense of purpose and discipline. The room is filled with the smell of paint and the sound of brushes against metal, a testament to the industrious spirit of these women. The RAF markings being applied to the wings are essential for the identification and organization of the vast number of aircraft in the Royal Air Force. Each marking is carefully applied, ensuring accuracy and consistency. The attention to detail and precision required in this task is evident in the women's determined expressions. This illustration is a poignant reminder of the vital role women played in the Royal Air Force during the First World War. Their contributions, often overlooked in the annals of military history, were instrumental in maintaining the operational readiness of the RAF fleet. This image captures a moment in time, a testament to the resilience and dedication of the Women's Royal Air Force.
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