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Edith Smith blue plaque

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Edith Smith blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Edith Smith pioneer policewoman (1876-1923) lived here. Born, bred and raised her family on Oxton. Edith became the first warranted Woman Police Officer in Britain in December 1915. Recorded plaque organisation: Conservation Areas Wirral, Oxton Society.
Edith Smith was the first warranted woman police officer in Britain, appointed in December 1915, marking a significant step towards gender equality in law enforcement.

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