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A model wearing a civil defense uniform designed by Claire McCardell (1905-1958) during World War II. Born in Frederick, Maryland, McCardell pioneered the creation of casual, comfortable American sportswear for women.

Model in a civilian uniform

Description

A model wearing a civil defense uniform designed by Claire McCardell (1905-1958) during World War II. Born in Frederick, Maryland, McCardell pioneered the creation of casual, comfortable American sportswear for women.

Creator

Date

circa 1941

Collection Number

PP238

Dimensions

5 x 7 inches

Object ID

PP238.07.006

Extent

1 print

Resource ID

16905

Digital Publisher

Digital resource provided by the Maryland Center for History and Culture

Rights

This digital image is made available here for private study, scholarship, and research. Commercial and other uses are prohibited without the permission of the Maryland Center for History and Culture. For more information, visit the MCHC’s Reproductions and Permissions web page.