Woman stepping out of the back of a covered van
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Woman stepping out of the back of a covered van
Woman stepping out of the back of a covered van. She is the same woman with the striped tie who is shown being fitted with her policewomans uniform (see 11007562 and 11007563), and sitting on a bed talking to a woman police sergeant ). Date: circa 1930s
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This photograph captures a moment in time from the 1930s, as a determined woman steps out of the back of a covered van, ready to embark on her new role as a police officer. The woman, who was previously seen being fitted with her uniform (11007562 and 11007563), and engaged in a conversation with a woman police sergeant (11007566), is making history as one of the first female police officers in Britain. During this era, women's rights and employment opportunities were expanding, and the Metropolitan Police Force began recruiting women to serve as police officers in 1914. However, it wasn't until the 1930s that the number of women officers began to increase significantly. The woman in the photograph wears a crisp, white shirt with a striped tie, a traditional part of the police uniform at the time. She also dons a hat, adding a sense of authority and professionalism to her appearance. As she steps out of the van, she exudes confidence and a sense of purpose, ready to face the challenges of her new career. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the strides made towards gender equality in law enforcement during the 1930s, and serves as an inspiration for women who continue to break barriers and make their mark in traditionally male-dominated fields.
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