H.R.H. Princess Elizabeth (ATS) (1 Viewer)

[PolarBear]

During World War II Princess Elizabeth of Great Britain was a member of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), a women's branch of the British Army. Princess Elizabeth was trained as a vehicle mechanic with the necessary skills to repair the engines of vehicles such as the Austin K2/Y Ambulance behind her. Lizzie served with pride for King & Country, providing inspiration for young women throughout the Empire. (figure: Britains 43052 retired)

 

[damian]

During World War II Princess Elizabeth of Great Britain was a member of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), a women's branch of the British Army. Princess Elizabeth was trained as a vehicle mechanic with the necessary skills to repair the engines of vehicles such as the Austin K2/Y Ambulance behind her. Lizzie served with pride for King & Country, providing inspiration for young women throughout the kingdom. (figure: Britains 43052 retired)

Throughout the Empire Randy, throughout the Empire.
Regards
Damian

 

[PolarBear]

Thanks Damian--duly noted and corrected.

I saw her in person in Ottawa in 1977 during her Silver Jubilee. My wife and I happened by pure chance to be standing at the main entance to Parliament when she and Phillip arrived by limo. I purchased the set shown below at the time. Randy

 

[damian]

Randy that is a great set. I am sure you were not wearing the attached T shirt in 1977.
Regards
Damian

 

[PolarBear]

I think the B&W version turned out better:

 

[PolarBear]

Here's H.R.H. herself:

 

[kilted vampire]

Kind o makes me think better of her.

 

[OldCelt]

Kind o makes me think better of her.

She's not a bad Old Dame for an Englishwoman and she does love her Highlanders.
And a MERRY CHRISTMAS to you and yours..McVampie..
O.C.

 

[kilted vampire]

She's not a bad Old Dame for an Englishwoman and she does love her Highlanders.
And a MERRY CHRISTMAS to you and yours..McVampie..
O.C.

Thanks OC you to. How are things in Old Toy Soldier Land?

 

[OldCelt]

Thanks OC you to. How are things in Old Toy Soldier Land?

NEVER BETTER. Gotta' work on Christmas AGAIN ! But Hey at least I got a good paying job with benies'
O.C.