Two women police officers at Hammersmith, London
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Two women police officers at Hammersmith, London
Two women police officers (Sylvia King and Sylvia Humphrey, one of them in plain clothes) at Hammersmith Police Station, West London, with a male sergeant sitting at a desk. Date: 1952
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph taken in 1952, two women police officers, Sylvia King and Sylvia Humphrey, are seen in the interior of Hammersmith Police Station in West London. The women, both dressed in their uniforms, exude confidence and professionalism as they engage in conversation with a male sergeant, who sits at a desk, his sleeves rolled up and stripes on his uniform indicating his rank. Sylvia King wears a peaked cap, a white shirt, and a tie, while Sylvia Humphrey dons a light raincoat over her uniform. One of the women, Sylvia Humphrey, is in plain clothes, adding an element of intrigue to the scene. The photograph captures a moment of camaraderie and collaboration between the officers, as they work together in the confines of the police station. The image is a testament to the progress made towards gender equality in the field of law enforcement in Britain during the 1950s. Women had only been allowed to join the Metropolitan Police Force in 1915, and it was not until the 1940s and 1950s that their numbers began to increase significantly. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily lives of these pioneering women officers, who defied societal norms and broke down barriers to pursue careers in law enforcement. The photograph's historical significance is further underscored by the setting - the Hammersmith Police Station, a symbol of law and order in West London. The building's imposing architecture and the officers' focused expressions convey a sense of duty and responsibility, making this photograph a valuable addition to any collection of historical images of women in the workforce and the history of the police force in Britain.
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