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C E N T E N A RY O F A N U N S U N G H E RO
SUZUKI DRIVES E DU C AT I O N F O R WA R D
1940S BOUTIQUE DAYS
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Richard Whelan MBE, one of Bletchley Park’s many unsung heroes. As Deputy Head of the Hollerith Section, originally housed in Hut 7 before moving to Block C, Whelan’s contribution to the war effort at Bletchley Park was of great value. By tabulating information from intercepted messages, the Hollerith Section served as a reference source for Codebreaking operations and, as author Dr Joel Greenberg notes, ‘carried out vitally important data processing and cryptographic work throughout the war’. Block C is now home to the vibrant new Visitor Centre.
Milton Keynes Suzuki is supporting Bletchley Park’s expanding Education Programme and providing a brand new SX4 S-Cross from its showroom in Old Stratford. The Education Programme is growing rapidly thanks to increased interest in World War Two Codebreaking and its legacy. It offers packed visits for primary and secondary schools, with tours of the atmospheric Codebreaking Huts and exciting mathematics workshops in Codes and Ciphers. A dedicated Outreach Officer travels the country taking the story of Bletchley Park to schools, colleges and community groups. Bletchley Park’s Liz McCaffry Payne, says “Having only been in MK for a year, Milton Keynes Suzuki are still establishing their role in the community and this partnership shows how keen they are to get to the heart of something people here rightly feel proud of.” To find out more about the Education Programme visit www.bletchleypark.org.uk/edu
On selected dates throughout 2015, hairdresser and makeup artist Sarah Dunn returns to Bletchley Park to teach you the secrets of iconic wartime looks including victory rolls – and the makeup to match. Sarah will help you create seasonal 1940s glamour for everything from Valentine’s Day to Christmas.
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7 February 2015 In time for Valentine’s Day, create a glamorous evening look 18 April 2015 A fresh, versatile springtime do to wear out and about 18 July 2015 Sarah’s step-by-step guide to creating a wearable vintage look for the festival season 17 October 2015 Get ready for winter with styles that look glamorous with hats and scarves 5 December 2015 Stand out at the Christmas party with this festive look. For more information please visit www.bletchleypark.org.uk
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