Woman police officer in updated hat, London
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Woman police officer in updated hat, London
Woman police officer in the new style hat which went with the updated uniform introduced in 1977, with a range of mix and match options. The hat, nicknamed the Butcher Boy, was not popular, and women soon reverted to the earlier Surrey hat. Date: circa 1977
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In this evocative photograph, a woman police officer proudly stands to attention, her stern expression and firm posture exuding a sense of authority and determination. The year is circa 1977, and the officer is wearing the newly introduced police uniform with the controversial "Butcher Boy" hat. This updated uniform was intended to bring about greater equality between male and female officers by creating a more standardized appearance. However, the new hat, with its checkered design and distinctive peak, was not popular among women. Nicknamed the "Butcher Boy" hat due to its resemblance to the traditional headgear worn by butchers, it was soon abandoned in favor of the earlier "Surrey" hat. The woman in the photograph wears the new uniform with a sense of duty and pride, her shoulders squared and her gaze steady. The checks on her hat and jacket add a subtle texture to the monochrome image, creating a striking visual contrast against the plain background. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of women in policing in Britain during the 1970s, a time of significant social and political change. The image serves as a reminder of the important strides made towards gender equality in the workplace, as well as the challenges and resistance that often accompany such progress.
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