"It is a family tradition handed down there's always been women launchers at Dungeness, and I guess when we're finished there'll be more to take our places. At least I hope so."

Nationwide reports on a proud and venerable institution that Betty, Joan, Doris and company have made their own.

Originally broadcast 5 February, 1970.





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