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Martha Lamb
Played by Freya Parker
| Fact title | Fact data |
|---|---|
| Date of birth |
23 June 1891
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| Place of birth |
Tynemouth
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| Age at outbreak of WW1 |
23
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| Occupation |
Munitions Worker
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| Address |
Upper Queen Street, North Shields
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Martha is the tenacious, though pragmatic, union rep in shell-filling sheds at Marshalls Factory in North Shields. A beautiful singer, she has a harmonious relationship with her co-workers, vocalising their concerns about long hours and poor conditions to a predominantly patronising management.
As a munitionette engaged in vital war work, Martha is not permitted to leave her nationally-important, though dangerous, job; her energies are instead directed into the women’s football team, coached by Kenny. Emerging as a star striker, Martha is cheered on by adoring Edie.
Previously played by Chelsea Halfpenny
"Before I did Home Front I didn't know about the real explosions that happened... these women were heroes"
Freya Parker on playing munitionette Martha and the dangers of factory work in WW1
