A mechanic's suit with visored cap designed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for female workers during World War II

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Object Details

Subject
United States Bureau of Home Economics
Summary
In 1940, the Clothing and Textile Division of the Bureau of Home Economics, U.S. Department of Agriculture, exhibited clothing styles designed to accommodate new roles for women in the industrial workplace. Coverettes and one-piece suits were intended to provide modest covering, adaptable for all climates, and with plenty of pockets.
Cite as
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Record Unit 7091, Science Service Records, Image No. SIA2015-003212
Repository Loc.
Smithsonian Institution Archives Capital Gallery, Suite 3000, MRC 507; 600 Maryland Avenue, SW; Washington, DC 20024-2520
1941
Local number
SIA RU007091 [SIA2015-003212]
Restrictions & Rights
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Copyright Not Evaluated
Type
Black-and-white photographs
Physical description
Photographic prints; 7 x 5
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Topic
Factories--Women employees
Clothing and dress
Record ID
siris_arc_386679
Metadata Usage (text)
CC0

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