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Description

A file of documents relating to the meetings of the Devon County Committee of the Women's Land Army (W.L.A.) between 1939 and 1948. Subjects discussed in the file include the administration of the committee, including finances and the appointment of staff; the employment of volunteer girls to replace conscripted men; the process of recruitment, including interviews and registration; vocational training provisions, including classes in tractor driving, milking, potato-picking, and forestry work; the wages of volunteers; and welfare and recreation provisions, including transportation, hostel accommodation, healthcare, holidays, handicraft activities, and parties. Other subjects covered include grants for the payment of landladies; clothing provisions, including uniforms, shoes, armlets, and badges; the provision of petrol rations; emergency arrangements, including plans in the event of invasion; awards for excellence in efficiency tests and competitions; and the promotion of the W.L.A. through publicity campaigns, including magazines, festivals, essays, rallies, and talks.

Keywords

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