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The Womens Press Club of London
The Womens Press Club of London - founded in 1948. Members in the bar lounge of the club premises in Carey Street, close to Fleet Street, London. Women press visitors from abroad may become honourary members for the duartion of their visit. Date: 1949
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1949 Carey Chatting Coats Correspondent Correspondents Gossip Journalism Journalists Press Reporter Reporters Writers
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This photograph, taken in 1949, showcases a lively gathering of members at The Women's Press Club of London. Established in 1948, the club was a pioneering organization that provided a supportive community for women in journalism, a field that was largely dominated by men at the time. The image captures the members in the bar lounge of the club's premises, located in Carey Street, close to the bustling heart of Fleet Street in London. The women, dressed in elegant coats and fur, exude an air of sophistication and confidence. They engage in animated conversation, no doubt sharing stories and gossip from their various reporting assignments. The bar, with its dimly lit atmosphere and inviting ambiance, serves as the perfect backdrop for this intimate gathering. The Women's Press Club of London was a haven for women journalists, reporters, and correspondents, offering them a space to network, collaborate, and build relationships within their profession. The club also extended honorary memberships to women press visitors from abroad, allowing them to connect with their British counterparts and expand their professional networks. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the history of women in journalism during the 1940s. It captures the camaraderie and solidarity that existed among these trailblazing women, who defied the odds and made their mark in a male-dominated industry. The image also serves as a reminder of the important role that professional organizations play in supporting and empowering individuals in their chosen fields.
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