Charlotte Betty Webb, a renowned code breaker from Bletchley Park during WWII, has passed away at the age of 101. Starting her role at Bletchley at just 18, she contributed by intercepting critical messages that revealed early indications of the Holocaust and aiding the Pentagon in decoding Japanese communications. Webb, recognized for her service with an MBE and Knight of the Legion d'honneur, was a prominent advocate for female veterans. Her death has been mourned by the Women's Royal Army Corps Association, which honored her lasting influence on women in the military and the legacy of Bletchley Park.
We were in the dark. Webb mentioned in a 2018 interview that she was oblivious to the significance of the codes she was breaking. Messages were utter gibberish, yet she was tasked with registering everything for later use by senior officials.
The WRACA praised Betty Webb for inspiring women in the army for decades, emphasizing her pride in service during WWII and as a champion of female veterans.
Bletchley Park remembered her contributions, stating that her efforts in raising the profile of the estate and its legacy would never be forgotten.
Webb was honored with an MBE in 2015 and Knight of the Legion d'honneur in 2021, recognizing her significant contributions to military service.
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