Framed Print : Women police officers in Nijmegen March, Holland
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Women police officers in Nijmegen March, Holland
Women police officers of the Met Police, together with a small boy in police uniform and helmet, taking part in a Nijmegen March in Holland. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 14308926
© Metropolitan Police Authority/Mary Evans
Badge Caps Colleagues Employment Equality Gloves Helmets Holland Marches Marching Metropolitan Netherlands Nijmegen Peaked Policewoman Policewomen Ribbons Shirt Smart Spectators Uniforms Watching Rights
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of history into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases women police officers of the Met Police participating in the Nijmegen March in Holland during the 1950s. A small boy in a police uniform and helmet adds a charming touch to this timeless photograph. Our high-quality framed prints are perfect for adding character and conversation starters to any room, making them an excellent addition to your personal collection or a thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or those who appreciate the power and bravery of women in uniform.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment in time during the 1950s when the boundaries of gender roles began to shift. In the heart of Europe, in the beautiful city of Nijmegen, Holland, a group of Women Police Officers from the Metropolitan Police in Britain are seen marching alongside a small boy in a police uniform and helmet. The Women Police Officers, dressed in their smart white shirts, ties, peaked caps, and badges, proudly display their flags as they make their way down the street. The boy, wearing a miniature version of the same uniform, looks determined and focused as he keeps pace with his esteemed colleagues. The sight of Women Police Officers in uniform, breaking the mold of traditional gender roles, was a rare and groundbreaking spectacle during the 1950s. Their presence in this march in Holland signified their growing presence and acceptance in the workforce, paving the way for greater equality in employment opportunities. The photograph also highlights the historical significance of the Nijmegen Marches, a series of annual military exercises that date back to the 12th century, which have evolved to include civic and cultural events. The Women Police Officers are seen interacting with the crowd, exchanging smiles and greetings with spectators, while some children in the audience watch in awe, holding flowers and ribbons as tokens of admiration. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the progress made towards gender equality and the important role that Women Police Officers have played in shaping history.
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