Laura Knight - Ruby Loftus screwing a Breech-ring - 1943

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Laura Knight's "Ruby Loftus screwing a Breech-ring" is a striking painting that immortalizes the hard work and dedication of women during World War II. The painting portrays Ruby Loftus, a young woman working in a factory, who has just finished screwing a breech-ring into a gun barrel. Her strong, muscular arms and determined expression are a testament to the resilience of women in wartime. The painting has become an iconic image of the contributions of women during WWII and remains an important part of the cultural history of the period.