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A munitions factory, World War I, 1917 (1938). Artist: Horace Walter Nicholls
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A munitions factory, World War I, 1917 (1938). Artist: Horace Walter Nicholls
A munitions factory, World War I, 1917 (1938). Munitions workers with shells in a warehouse at National Shell Filling Factory No 6 at Chilwell, Nottinghamshire. From Forty Wonderful Years - A Pictorial Record of Our Times by H. A. Pollock [The Sun Engraving Company, London and Watford, 1938]
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Filling Home Front Horace Walter Horace Walter Nicholls Manufacturing Munition Worker Munitionette Munitions Munitions Factory Munitions Industry Nicholls Nottingham Nottinghamshire Production Shell War Effort War Work Warehouse
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This print captures the essence of a munitions factory during World War I in 1917. Created by artist Horace Walter Nicholls, it offers a glimpse into the intense production taking place at National Shell Filling Factory No 6 in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire. The image showcases dedicated munitions workers diligently handling shells within the confines of a warehouse. The photograph is part of Forty Wonderful Years - A Pictorial Record of Our Times by H. A. Pollock, published in 1938 by The Sun Engraving Company. It portrays an important chapter in British history, illustrating the country's industrial might and its significant contribution to the war effort. Amidst the backdrop of towering buildings and bustling activity, this monochrome snapshot encapsulates both the scale and urgency with which munitions were manufactured during wartime. With precision and determination, these workers played a crucial role on the home front as they tirelessly produced ammunition for soldiers fighting on distant battlefields. As we delve into this poignant piece from our past, we are reminded not only of their tireless efforts but also their unwavering commitment to safeguarding freedom and peace during one of humanity's darkest periods – World War I.
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