The War Effort

 Another series of photographs showing the men and especially woman of the home front hard at work during World War Two. A bit posed for photographical purposes, sure, but the people,  their jobs, and their conviction are very real. (The first series is here).

From the endlessly amazing Library of Congress archives.

A mechanic at work on a motor. Source

Painting insignia on a plane. Source

A hydraulic mechanic greasing landing gear. Source

On a lunch break at an aircraft plant. Source

A sailor mechanic refueling a plane. Source

Riveting. Source

At work-- riveting, I think. Source

Wing brace assembly for a B-25. Source

Checking electrical assemblies. Source