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CS Winifred Barker and Superintendent Shirley Becke
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CS Winifred Barker and Superintendent Shirley Becke
Winifred Theodora Barker (c1909-1995), third commander of the Met Police A4 (Women s) Branch, rising to the rank of Chief Superintendent in 1960. Seen here (right) sitting at her desk, with Superintendent Shirley Cameron Becke (nee Jennings, 1917-2011), who followed Barker as fourth commander of the A4 Branch from 1966 to 1973, standing at her side. Date: circa 1950s
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the 1950s when two trailblazing women of the Metropolitan Police Force, Commanders Winifred Theodora Barker and Shirley Cameron Becke, shared a workplace camaraderie that paved the way for future generations of women in law enforcement. Seated at her desk, Commander Barker (1909-1995), the third woman to rise to the rank of Chief Superintendent in 1960, is engrossed in her work, surrounded by documents, maps, and a telephone. Her uniform, adorned with epaulettes and gleaming buttons, exudes an air of authority and professionalism. Standing at Barker's side is Superintendent Shirley Cameron Becke (nee Jennings, 1917-2011), who followed Barker as the fourth commander of the Met Police A4 (Women's) Branch from 1966 to 1973. With a smart white shirt, tie, and jacket, Becke exudes an aura of confidence and determination. The pair's office, filled with the warmth of a radiator and the practicality of wooden trays, serves as a reminder of the dedication and hard work that went into breaking down barriers for women in the police force. This photograph is a testament to the early days of women in uniformed service, a time when equality was not yet a given, but a hard-won achievement. The history of the Metropolitan Police Force would not be complete without acknowledging the significant contributions of these pioneering women, who paved the way for future generations to serve and excel in their chosen profession.
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