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At an experimental gunnery camp in Manorbier, Wales, members of the Auxiliary Territorial
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At an experimental gunnery camp in Manorbier, Wales, members of the Auxiliary Territorial
At an experimental gunnery camp in Manorbier, Wales, members of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) are doing very secret work operating Kine- Theodolite instruments which record the burst of Anti-Aircraft shells onto a photographic film.
From the photographs, calculations are made as to the effect and accuracy of the firing.
Picture shows: ATS girls being taught how to use their instruments. Subaltern Joan Gotter wears the red hat band that signifies a gunnery instructor, she is the only woman in the ATS entitled to it.
She comes from Ireland where her father isa lecturer in mechanics.
Joan joined the ATS as a Kine Theodolite operator with two Irish friends.
27th October 1942
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This print captures a moment of secrecy and precision at an experimental gunnery camp in Manorbier, Wales during World War II. In the image, members of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) can be seen engaged in highly classified work operating Kine-Theodolite instruments. These sophisticated devices record the burst of Anti-Aircraft shells onto photographic film, providing valuable data for calculating firing accuracy and effectiveness. The picture showcases ATS girls being taught how to utilize these intricate instruments with utmost skill and concentration. Among them is Subaltern Joan Gotter, distinguished by her red hat band denoting her role as a gunnery instructor - a rare honor exclusively granted to her within the ATS. Hailing from Ireland, Joan's father serves as a mechanics lecturer back home. Joan joined the ATS alongside two Irish friends specifically as a Kine-Theodolite operator, highlighting not only their dedication but also their contribution to this vital aspect of military operations. The date on which this photograph was taken is October 27th, 1942. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints offers us a glimpse into the world of women serving in armed forces during World War II. It illustrates their pivotal role in handling weapons and munitions while utilizing cutting-edge technology to ensure accuracy and speed in combat situations.
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