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Bletchley Park Legend Charlotte Webb Dies at 101

4/2/2025

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Charlotte “Betty” Webb MBE, a legendary Bletchley Park codebreaker, has passed away at the remarkable age of 101. From 1941 to 1945, she skillfully deciphered German and Japanese messages. Honored with France's Légion d'Honneur in 2021 and an MBE in 2015, she passionately championed the preservation of Bletchley Park's legacy, inspiring countless future generations and female veterans.

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Charlotte “Betty” Webb MBE, a legendary Bletchley Park codebreaker, has passed away at the remarkable age of 101. From 1941 to 1945, she skillfully deciphered German and Japanese messages. Honored with France's Légion d'Honneur in 2021 and an MBE in 2015, she passionately championed the preservation of Bletchley Park's legacy, inspiring countless future generations and female veterans.