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Police officers at Driving School with car and motorcycles
Police officers at the Police Driving School with a car and motorcycles. At this time, training courses were being run for WPCs in the use of a new type of lightweight motor scooter, and two women officers (including WPC Wilson) can be seen with their motorcycles on the right. Date: circa 1960
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In this photograph, a group of Police officers, both men and women, are seen engaged in training at the Police Driving School in Britain during the 1960s. The scene is filled with a sense of camaraderie and dedication as the officers prepare for their duties on the roads. At the time, training courses were being conducted for Women Police Constables (WPCs) in the use of a new type of lightweight motor scooter. Two determined women officers, including WPC Wilson, can be seen on the right, proudly posing with their motorcycles. The women, dressed in their distinctive white uniforms with cuffs, helmets, and traffic wands, exude confidence and professionalism. Their male colleagues, also in uniform, gather around, observing and learning from their instructors as they work on a car. The men, too, wear the traditional police uniform with white shirts, cuffs, and helmets. The atmosphere is one of collaboration and mutual respect, as the officers support each other in their roles as protectors of the law. The setting is outside a large, imposing building, which houses the Police Driving School. The scene is filled with an air of purpose and determination, as the officers prepare for their mobile roles on the streets of London. The presence of both motorcycles and cars highlights the diverse range of transport options available to the police force during this era. This photograph is a testament to the progress made towards gender equality in employment during the 1960s, as women were given the opportunity to serve in roles previously dominated by men. The image captures a moment in history when the Police Force was evolving, embracing change, and paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse workforce.
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