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Women on the assembly lone at Berkey Technical Limited, Thetford
Women on the assembly lone at Berkey Technical Limited, Thetford. Where they make theatrical lighting.Celebrate the news that they will be paid the same rate of pay as male assembly line workers. 8th May 1968
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Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
Thetford
Norfolk
England
DH1968 - 1166
Media ID 21851634
© Mirrorpix
Anglia Electrical Equality Factory Industry And Work Norfolk Overalls Production Line Sixties 1968 Workers Rights
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Breaking Barriers - Women Triumph on the Assembly Line at Berkey Technical Limited, Thetford
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. In this remarkable print from May 8th, 1968, we witness a historic moment at Berkey Technical Limited in Thetford, England. A group of determined women proudly stands on the assembly line where they manufacture theatrical lighting equipment. The significance of this image lies not only in their skilled workmanship but also in the news that just broke - these trailblazing women will finally receive equal pay as their male counterparts. During the vibrant era of the 1960s, when societal norms were being challenged and redefined, these women took a bold step towards gender equality within the workplace. Dressed in practical overalls and surrounded by electrical components and machinery, they symbolize strength and resilience. Their achievement resonates far beyond this factory floor; it represents a significant victory for workers' rights across industries throughout Norfolk and the United Kingdom. By demanding fair wages for their labor-intensive roles on the production line, these courageous individuals have paved the way for future generations to come. As we reflect upon this powerful photograph captured by an anonymous staff member at Memory Lane Prints, let us celebrate not only these extraordinary women but also acknowledge how far society has progressed since then. Their unwavering determination reminds us that progress is possible when voices unite against inequality – truly an inspiring testament to human resilience and triumph over adversity.
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