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Woman police officer Annie Matthews, Hyde Park, London
Woman police officer Annie Matthews (nickname Big Ben), on duty at the childrens lido in Hyde Park, London. Before joining the Met Police, Annie worked as a housemaid at Glamis Castle in Scotland. She joined the force in July 1919, but left in July 1922 during the period of the so-called Geddes Axe, when the government of the day reduced the number of policewomen from 112 to 20. However she rejoined in December 1922 and continued to serve until December 1949. Date: 1939
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic image of Woman Police Officer Annie Matthews. This stunning photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures Annie, nicknamed 'Big Ben,' on duty at the children's lido in Hyde Park, London. Before joining the Met Police, Annie worked as a housemaid at Glamis Castle in Scotland. Our high-quality metal prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also durable and long-lasting, adding character and depth to any room. Order yours today and celebrate the inspiring story of this brave woman in blue.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
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Annie Matthews, affectionately known as 'Big Ben,' stands proudly in her Metropolitan Police uniform at the children's lido in Hyde Park, London, during the summer of 1939. Before joining the Met Police, Annie worked as a housemaid at Glamis Castle in Scotland. She became a policewoman in July 1919 but was among the 92 women officers who were dismissed during the Geddes Axe in July 1922, a period when the government drastically reduced the number of policewomen from 112 to 20. Undeterred, Annie re-joined the force in December 1922 and served until December 1949. In this photograph, Annie is seen in her policewoman's uniform, complete with a white shirt, tie, and a stylish jacket adorned with shiny buttons. The open collar of her shirt reveals the top of her blouse, and she wears a smart tie with a small badge on it. Her uniform is completed with a policewoman's cap and a long, black skirt. In her hands, she carries a smiling boy, likely one of the children she was keeping an eye on at the lido. The image captures the essence of the 1930s, with the open-air pool, the children in swimwear, and the joy and fun that comes with a summer day by the water. Annie's story is a testament to the determination and resilience of women in the early days of police service. Her smile and the small boy in her arms speak volumes about the care and enjoyment she brought to her duty.
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