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)

Leading Aircraftwoman Betty Mary Stannard 2068971, 953 Balloon Sqdn., Women's Auxiliary Air Force

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom Women at war BENENDEN (ST. GEORGE) CHURCHYARD

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Second Officer Taniya Whittall, Air Transport Auxiliary

Second World War Miscellaneous United Kingdom Women at war WEST HOATHLY (ST. MARGARET) CHURCHYARD

By Philip Baldock

United Kingdom

Ensign Vera Leigh – SOE Operative

Second World War Army United Kingdom Women at war BROOKWOOD 1939-1945 MEMORIAL

Section Officer Muriel Tamara Byck – SOE Operative

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom Women at war PORNIC WAR CEMETERY

Section Officer Diana Rowden – SOE Operative

Second World War Air Force United Kingdom Women at war RUNNYMEDE MEMORIAL

Lieutenant Andree Raymonde Borrel – SOE Operative

Second World War Army United Kingdom Women at war BROOKWOOD 1939-1945 MEMORIAL

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