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Before the advent of modern technology in homes, all laundry and washing was done manually.  These girls are using a hand-turned mangle to squeeze water out of their washing.
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Title: Girls doing laundry work
Date: 1920
Location: St Mary's Home for Girls, Eastnor, Herefordshire
Creator: Unknown

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Before the advent of modern technology in homes, all laundry and washing was done manually. These girls are using a hand-turned mangle to squeeze water out of their washing.

Rights: © The Children's Society

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