Photographic Print : Women police officers at Pembridge Hall Section House, WW2
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Women police officers at Pembridge Hall Section House, WW2
Women police officers in the dining room at Pembridge Hall Section House, Pembridge Square, Bayswater, London W2. Date: circa 1940
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Media ID 14308848
© Metropolitan Police Authority/Mary Evans
Accommodation Bayswater Bread Breakfast Civilian Comfort Comfortable Cutlery Dining Employment Equality Hostel Meal Metropolitan Pembridge Policewoman Policewomen Relaxed Relaxing Roll Saucer Section Uniforms Rights
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Depicting Women police officers in the dining room at Pembridge Hall Section House, London (circa 1940), this evocative image brings history to life. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print offers a unique glimpse into the past, perfect for enhancing your home or office decor. Relive the stories of the Women's Auxiliary Police Corps during WW2 with this striking, vintage print.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite and camaraderie among a group of Women Police Officers during World War II, gathered in the dining room of Pembridge Hall Section House in London's Bayswater neighborhood. The Women's Police Force, also known as the Women's Auxiliary Police Corps (WAPC), was established in 1941 to help alleviate the burden on male officers during the war. These brave women, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, sit comfortably around a table, engaged in conversation and enjoying their meal. The scene is set with a window providing a glimpse of the bustling Pembridge Square outside, a reminder of the world beyond the protective walls of the hostel. The Women Police Officers appear relaxed and at ease, their uniforms a testament to their dedication and commitment to serving their country during this pivotal period in history. The image underscores the significant role women played in the workforce during the war, challenging traditional gender norms and paving the way for greater equality and opportunities in employment. The scene is reminiscent of a quiet, ordinary moment, yet it carries the weight of history and the spirit of determination and resilience that characterized the 1940s in Britain.
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