Framed Print : Two women police officers entering Bow Street police station
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Two women police officers entering Bow Street police station
Two women police officers (Constable Sheila Acton and Sergeant Margaret Heald) entering Bow Street police station, London. A policeman stands at the top of the steps. Date: circa 1960s
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Media ID 14307267
© Metropolitan Police Authority/Mary Evans
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13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases an iconic moment in history with "Two women police officers entering Bow Street police station" (circa 1960s). Featuring Constable Sheila Acton and Sergeant Margaret Heald, this evocative image brings to life the spirit of the 1960s era. With the added authenticity of a policeman standing at the top of the steps, this framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, police force memorabilia collectors, or anyone who appreciates a touch of nostalgia. Experience the past in vivid detail with our high-quality framed prints.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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, taken circa 1960s, captures the historic moment as Constable Sheila Acton and Sergeant Margaret Heald, two trailblazing women police officers, enter the hallowed grounds of Bow Street police station in London. The iconic building, a symbol of law and order in the heart of the city, stands tall and imposing in the background. The officers, dressed in their smart uniforms complete with peaked caps, armbands, and badges, exude a sense of duty and professionalism. The presence of a male policeman at the top of the steps adds a layer of intrigue to the scene, as if acknowledging the significance of this moment in the history of women in law enforcement. The image is a testament to the strides made towards gender equality in employment during the 1960s, a decade marked by social and political change. The Metropolitan Police Force, which operated from Bow Street, was one of the first in the world to employ women as police officers. Constable Acton and Sergeant Heald, as colleagues, were part of this pioneering group of women who broke down barriers and paved the way for future generations of policewomen. Their courage and determination to serve and protect, just like their male counterparts, is a source of inspiration and pride for all those who value equality and the advancement of women's rights. This photograph, a precious piece of history, invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the progress made towards gender equality in the workplace and beyond. It serves as a reminder that the fight for equal opportunities and rights for all continues, and that every step, no matter how small, brings us closer to a more just and inclusive society.
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