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Group photo, women police officers, Met Police, Croydon
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Group photo, women police officers, Met Police, Croydon
Group photo, seven women police officers, Met Police, Croydon Police Station. They are WPCs Pamela Allibone, Kay Parrott, Kathryn Neville, Margaret McNab, Jean Goodwin and Marian Sands, with WPS Olive Remnant (second from right). Date: 1954
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In this evocative group photograph, seven brave and determined women proudly stand in uniform at Croydon Police Station in 1954. Among them are WPCs (Women Police Constables) Pamela Allibone, Kay Parrott, Kathryn Neville, Margaret McNab, Jean Goodwin, and WPS (Women Police Sergeant) Olive Remnant. Their confident poses and smartly arranged uniforms, complete with peaked caps, white shirts, ties, and armbands, exude a sense of duty and professionalism. The 1950s was a pivotal time for women's rights and employment opportunities in Britain. These women, as part of the Metropolitan Police Force, were breaking down barriers and proving that women were just as capable as men in law enforcement. Their uniforms, though traditional, represented a significant step towards equality in the workplace. The women wear dark skirts, blouses, jackets, and belts, accessorized with stockings and shoes. Their uniforms, while adhering to the dress code of the time, were functional and practical for their duties. The armbands on their sleeves display their rank and affiliation with the Met Police. This photograph captures a moment in history when women were making their mark in the male-dominated field of law enforcement. The women's smiling faces and camaraderie with one another highlight the importance of teamwork and the sense of pride that came with serving their community as police officers.
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