Air Commandant Nancy M. Salmon
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Air Commandant Nancy M. Salmon
Air Commodore Dame Nancy Marie Salmon (1903-1999), sometimes known by her married name, Dame Nancy Snagge. She was a British womens royal air force leader during World War II and was named Director of the Womens Royal Air Force in 1950, remaining in that post until her retirement in 1956. She also acted as A.D.C to Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. Shejoined the Auxiliary Territorial Service in 1938, and the W.A.A.F. on its inception in March, 1939. She trained as an M.T. driver, was commissioned and at the outbreak of war became officer in charge of the W.A.A.F. personnel at No. 3 Balloon Centre. In 1946, she was awarded the O.B.E. for her work in No. 60 Group, and as Deputy Director helped in framing the peacetime regulations which brought about the full integration of a womens auxiliary service with one of the Armed Forces. The only daughter of Mr H. T. Salmon and Mrs Marion Salmon, her favourite recreations, according to The Tatler, were fishing, reading and a game of golf. Date: 1952
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In this striking photograph, Air Commandant Nancy M. Salmon, also known as Dame Nancy Snagge, stands confidently in her Air Force uniform, adorned with medals and insignia, against a backdrop of lush greenery. Born in 1903, Dame Nancy joined the Auxiliary Territorial Service in 1938 and the Women's Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) upon its establishment in March 1939. Initially training as an M.T. driver, she was commissioned and became the officer in charge of WAAF personnel at No. 3 Balloon Centre. During World War II, Dame Nancy's contributions to the British military were significant. She was appointed Director of the WAAF in 1950, a position she held until her retirement in 1956. In addition, she acted as A.D.C to Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. For her work in No. 60 Group and her role in framing the peacetime regulations that brought about the full integration of a women's auxiliary service with one of the Armed Forces, she was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1946. This photograph, taken in 1952, captures Dame Nancy in her prime, reflecting her dedication and commitment to her service. The only daughter of Mr H. T. Salmon and Mrs Marion Salmon, her favorite recreations, according to The Tatler, were fishing, reading, and a game of golf. Dame Nancy's legacy as a trailblazing women's royal air force leader continues to inspire generations.
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