Machinist - Lathe - Keep 'em rolling 1942 - Side by Side

by Mike Savad

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Machinist - Lathe - Keep 'em rolling 1942 - Side by Side

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Mike Savad

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Photograph - Colorized Photo

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Hand colored photo from 1942
Original title: Women in industry. Tool production
Photographer: Ann Rosener
Location: Republic Drill and Tool Company, Chicago, IL

I'm thinking the one in the front isn't an employee but a model. She's wearing a pin that shows she's just a guest and that guy (probably the manager), is staring quite a bit.

I cloned out the pole, strings etc, because it was really distracting. I also removed some flash shadow in the background as that was distracting too.

Women in industry, during World War II men were sent out to fight on the front lines, the women took up the slack in industry and made many of the tools and equipment they used. These ladies worked in a Chicago based factory making drill bits and tapered shafts, you can see the one in the front install one.

During the 1940s, women played a crucial role in the war effort by stepping into various industrial jobs, including the specialized task of inserting conical shafts on drill bits. This job was vital for the production of military equipment and aircraft. The conical shafts improved the stability and control of drill bits, ensuring precise alignment and efficient chip removal, which were essential for the high standards of wartime manufacturing. By mastering this intricate work, these women not only supported the military's needs but also paved the way for future advancements in industrial processes. Their contributions exemplified the critical impact of women on the home front during World War II.

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June 24th, 2024

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