AN EVENING WITH LUCY LEWIS The British Army’s first female bomb disposal officer.
Hosted by Haughley WI and open to everyone, this informal evening , listening to Lucy describe the experiences and challenges she has faced during her British Army Career as their first ever female bomb disposal expert.
Joining the army on a whim and training at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, Lucy was chosen in 1989 to become the first woman to operate as a Bomb Disposal Officer with the Royal Engineers. She subsequently served with the Royal Military Police in Germany and Northern Ireland, retiring in the rank of Major.
Lucy has made a habit of making history, Also becoming the first woman to be appointed Marshal at the University of Cambridge and now leads the University Constabulary, one of the oldest Constabularies in the world.
Come and enjoy ight refreshments and hear Lucy's often humorous insights into her journey as an inspiring female figure in modern Britain.
Tickets are available in advance for £5.00.
We cannot guarantee tickets on the door for this popular event, but some may be available at a cost of £6.00
