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Betty Quinn - Coventry ARP Worker with George Medal
Betty Quinn - Coventry ARP Worker, has her George Medal admired by her sister, Joyce. Betty was the youngest recipient of the GM when they were presented for the first time at a recent Buckingham Palace investiture. Betty was recognised for her courageous work in rescuing people from shelters during her ARP duties. Date: circa 1941
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1941 Admires Admiring Award Awarded Betty Brave Bravery Buckingham Courage Courageous Coventry Investiture Joyce Medal Presented Quinn Recipient Sister Worker Youngest
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In this poignant photograph, Betty Quinn, the youngest recipient of the George Medal for bravery during the Second World War, is seen with her sister, Joyce, as she proudly displays her hard-earned award at a recent investiture at Buckingham Palace. The year was circa 1941, and the sisters were surrounded by the solemnity and grandeur of the palace's hallowed halls. Betty, an ARP (Air Raid Precautions) worker from Coventry, was recognized for her courageous actions in rescuing people from shelters during air raids. The George Medal, the highest civilian decoration for gallantry, was presented to her for her unwavering dedication and selflessness in the face of danger. The image captures a moment of sisterly pride and admiration, as Joyce gazes at her sibling's uniform and the gleaming George Medal pinned to Betty's chest. The sisters' expressions convey a deep sense of awe and respect for the extraordinary courage and bravery Betty displayed during the war. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and heroism of ordinary people during the Second World War. Betty's story is one of many inspiring tales of courage and resilience that emerged from the darkest days of history. The image is a testament to the human spirit and the indomitable will to survive and protect others, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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