Women in Wartime Communications
Behind the scenes, thousands of women kept the Commonwealth connected. As operators, cryptographers, and maintenance technicians, they worked long hours at switchboards and decoding rooms. Their contribution was essential, yet often overlooked. A silent army of communication warriors.
The “Telcom girls” served in Malta during World War II. These women worked in telecommunications, helping to operate and maintain critical communication links during the war, playing a vital role in supporting military coordination and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of strategic information during one of the most challenging periods in history. Their contribution also highlighted the important role women played in the evolution of global communications, laying early foundations for greater inclusion of women in the telecommunications sector.
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