**Twinning with History: Remembering Archaeologist Barbara Hurman**
At the ripe age of 100, British archaeologist Barbara Hurman has left an indelible mark on her field. Born a twin in south London, Barbara's life was a testament to her boundless energy and determination. After enlisting in the war as a teleprinter operator in the Royal Corps of Signals, she went on to serve in Egypt, where she met her future husband Gordon Hurman.
Following the war, Barbara's journey took a dramatic turn when she transitioned from a civilian secretary role to an archaeology enthusiast. She spent decades volunteering on digs, studying at top universities, and collaborating with esteemed institutions like Buckinghamshire Archaeological Society and Bucks Museum. Her contributions were not limited to her impressive academic credentials; Barbara also played a pivotal role in raising awareness about the experiences of servicewomen during World War II.
In recent years, Barbara made headlines for her advocacy work, providing interviews to various news outlets and reading at Westminster Abbey to commemorate the 70th anniversary of VE Day. She even had the honor of meeting Queen Elizabeth II while helping launch the Together at Christmas initiative.
Throughout her remarkable life, Barbara Hurman's twin sister Edna was her closest companion until her passing in 2018. With three children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren by her side, Barbara leaves behind a legacy that is as enduring as it is inspiring. Her dedication to archaeology and history serves as a testament to the power of lifelong learning and the importance of preserving our collective past.
At the ripe age of 100, British archaeologist Barbara Hurman has left an indelible mark on her field. Born a twin in south London, Barbara's life was a testament to her boundless energy and determination. After enlisting in the war as a teleprinter operator in the Royal Corps of Signals, she went on to serve in Egypt, where she met her future husband Gordon Hurman.
Following the war, Barbara's journey took a dramatic turn when she transitioned from a civilian secretary role to an archaeology enthusiast. She spent decades volunteering on digs, studying at top universities, and collaborating with esteemed institutions like Buckinghamshire Archaeological Society and Bucks Museum. Her contributions were not limited to her impressive academic credentials; Barbara also played a pivotal role in raising awareness about the experiences of servicewomen during World War II.
In recent years, Barbara made headlines for her advocacy work, providing interviews to various news outlets and reading at Westminster Abbey to commemorate the 70th anniversary of VE Day. She even had the honor of meeting Queen Elizabeth II while helping launch the Together at Christmas initiative.
Throughout her remarkable life, Barbara Hurman's twin sister Edna was her closest companion until her passing in 2018. With three children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren by her side, Barbara leaves behind a legacy that is as enduring as it is inspiring. Her dedication to archaeology and history serves as a testament to the power of lifelong learning and the importance of preserving our collective past.
I'm so sad she's passed away now... 100 years old is already an achievement, can you imagine what kind of stories she must've had to tell? 
She really lived a full life, from serving in WWII to being all about archaeology later on. It's amazing how dedicated she was to her work and making history more accessible. 
I feel like we're losing touch with the people who helped shape our understanding of the past... anyway, thanks for sharing her story 
️ I'm loving this story about Barbara Hurman, what's crazy is how she switched careers from secretary to archaeologist in her 40s! 
That's a once-in-a-lifetime experience for most people! 
I think we're being a bit too hard on Barbara Hurman's life choices. I mean, serving in WWII and meeting her husband in Egypt is pretty cool, right? And let's not forget all the digs she volunteered for and the awareness she raised about servicewomen during that time. She may have been a secretary first, but who says you can't change careers and make a difference later on? 
I also think it's awesome that she got to meet the Queen! That's some serious networking skills right there 
. And let's not forget her amazing twin sister Edna - they were clearly two peas in a pod 
. Barbara may be 100, but she's still an inspiration to us all 
100 years young and still going strong! It's so cool that she started volunteering on digs after her "civilian" secretary job, like she was born to do something more. I mean, can you imagine dedicating your life to studying ancient history at 80+? And the fact that she spoke out about the experiences of servicewomen during WWII is truly inspiring 
. I mean, who enlists in war at 20 and ends up marrying their partner on digs? She's like a real-life Indiana Jones 
. And can you believe she was raising awareness for servicewomen during WWII without even being one herself? Talk about dedication 
. I wish we had more people like her who keep history alive and inspire future generations 
She must've been so nervous, but I'm sure she killed it 
. I wish more people could learn about their heritage and history like Barbara did - it's really inspiring