Metropolitan Police officer in late 1920s uniform
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Metropolitan Police officer in late 1920s uniform
A Metropolitan Police officer in a head and shoulders portrait. This style of uniform was worn between 1926 and 1931. The letters WP, seen on his collar, replaced the letters MP in 1931.
circa late 1920s
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1931 Buttons Letters Metropolitan Police Men Sergeant Shoulders Stripes 1926
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking head and shoulders portrait captures the stern yet focused expression of a Metropolitan Police officer from the late 1920s. The officer's uniform, which dates between 1926 and 1931, features a peaked cap with a distinctive "WP" insignia on the front, replacing the previous "MP" letters that had been in use since the force's inception. The uniform also includes a collar adorned with gold stripes and large, shiny black buttons. The officer's helmet, with its distinctive crest and narrow brim, sits at his feet. This sergeant's uniform was a symbol of authority and discipline, reflecting the important role of the Metropolitan Police in maintaining order and enforcing the law during a time of significant social and political change in the 1920s. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the history of law enforcement in London during this era.
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