

Women at war
Many of the unsung heroes of the two world wars are the women who served and died for their countries. From medical staff to pilots, radio operators to secret agents, women fulfilled myriad roles in the two world wars. Tell us their stories. (image: RAF Air Historical C386)


Private Kathleen Gaunt, W/189807, Auxiliary Territorial Service
By Sally McGlone
United Kingdom

Wren Aileen Mercy Kilburn, 42634, Women’s Royal Naval Service, HMS Midge
By Sally McGlone
United Kingdom

Sergeant Viola Wells, W/18246, Women's Auxiliary Territorial Service
By Sally McGlone
United Kingdom

Private Dorothy Thompson, W/35582, Auxiliary Territorial Service
By Sally McGlone
United Kingdom

Leading Wren Joan Mary Hughes, 15809, W.R.N.S, HMS Midge
By Sally McGlone
United Kingdom
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