Woman police officer outside Peel House, London
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Woman police officer outside Peel House, London
A woman police officer (Sergeant Hobbs) posing for her photo outside Peel House, a Met Police training centre in London, in September 1951. Date: 1951
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1951 Badge Buttons Caps Employment Equality Hobbs Metropolitan Peaked Peel Policewoman Policewomen Posing Sergeant Shirt Sleeve Smart Stripes Uniforms Rights
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the moment Sergeant Hobbs, a brave and determined woman police officer, takes a break from her duties to pose for a photograph outside Peel House, a Metropolitan Police training center in London, in September 1951. Dressed in her smart uniform, complete with a white shirt, cap with peaked visor, tie, and distinctive buttons and stripes on her sleeves, Sergeant Hobbs exudes confidence and pride. Her badge is prominently displayed on her chest, a symbol of her dedication and commitment to upholding the law. The image is a poignant reminder of the strides made towards gender equality in the field of law enforcement during the 1950s. Women like Sergeant Hobbs broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of policewomen to serve with distinction. As she stands outside the historic Peel House, with a smile on her face and her cap in hand, she embodies the spirit of determination and resilience that characterized the early days of women in policing in Britain. Peel House, a significant training center for police officers, serves as a fitting backdrop to this powerful image. The building, with its imposing facade and sense of history, adds to the sense of tradition and importance of the moment. This photograph is a testament to the important role that women have played in the history of the Metropolitan Police and the broader history of women's rights and employment in Britain during the 1950s.
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