Renowned author Dr Vivien Newman will be speaking at The Tank Museum on 29 October 2025 as part of a half term programme celebrating ‘Women in Warfare’.
Dr Viv Newman is an historian and writer specialising in social history and in particular women’s service during WWI.
In her short lecture ‘Cogs in the Machinery of War’ she will discuss the vital role women played in both world wars.
Education Manager Nicola Burgess said:
“We’re delighted to have Dr Viv Newman with us to share stories of women working in the munitions factories of wartime Britain.
“This talk is part of our October half term offer, which includes activities, trails and talks highlighting the often untold and overlooked stories of women in warfare.”
The Tank Museum’s ‘Women in Warfare’ programme runs over October half term, 25 October – 2 November 2025, with activities and talks included in your general entry ticket.
