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Biography
Corporal Irene Thackray from Roundhay served in the ATS at the Royal Ordnance Factory at Barnbow near Leeds. The factory produced ammunition on a massive scale — over 2 billion rounds during the war. Irene worked as a quality inspector, checking every batch of ammunition before it was shipped to the front. The work was dangerous, with the constant risk of explosion, and required meticulous attention. After the war, she worked at Montague Burton's clothing factory in Leeds and was active in the British Legion women's section.
Biography (Russian)
Капрал Ирен Тэкрей из Раундхэя служила в ATS на Королевском оружейном заводе в Барнбоу близ Лидса. Завод производил боеприпасы в огромных масштабах — более 2 миллиардов патронов за войну. Ирен работала инспектором качества, проверяя каждую партию боеприпасов перед отправкой на фронт. Работа была опасной, с постоянным риском взрыва.
Awards & Decorations
- ★Defence Medal
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