Woman Using Hand Drill in Aviation Industry 1942

In October 1942, a woman operates a hand drill in the control surface department at North American Aviation, Inc. in Inglewood, California. She assembles a section of the horizontal stabilizer, showcasing womens vital roles in wartime aviation. This period marked a significant shift in labor as women contributed extensively to industrial efforts during World War II.

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