Charlotte "Betty" Webb: British WWII code-breaker 'Betty' Webb dies aged 101 - News Summed Up

Charlotte "Betty" Webb: British WWII code-breaker 'Betty' Webb dies aged 101


Photo: XWhat wasBetty Webb's job at Bletchley Park? "Betty inspired women in the Army for decades and we will continue to take pride in her service during WWII and beyond, and as a champion of female veterans," read a WRAC statement, marking her passing.Webb kept her work a secret until 1975, after which she began to give talks to schools and other organizations. She also wrote a book about her experiences, helping to keep alive the legacy of Bletchley Park – which was the subject of the 2014 movie"Betty was not only a member of the incredible team at Bletchley Park during World War II, but she also dedicated much of her life to raising the profile of Bletchley Park in more recent years," Bletchley Park said in a statement. "Her tireless efforts in bringing the history of Bletchley Park to a wider audience, through sharing the stories of those who worked here, helped ensure that the vital role of Bletchley Park during World War II, and its impact on the conflict, was recognized. "Hailing from the village of Wythall, just south of Birmingham in the English Midlands, Webb initially worked at Bletchley Park as a secretary, which she said was "pretty boring but had to be done.


Source: The Times April 02, 2025 09:42 UTC



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