WitrynaREEL 1 Recollections of background in Chesterfield, 1925-1943: family background and social circumstances; education at Tapton House School; Boy Scouts and Meccano activities; work as apprentice electrician at Chesterfield Tube Works, 1940-1943; studying electrical engineering at night school; reserved occupation status and efforts to … WitrynaIn this letter, written to his mother on the 4th/5th October 1918, Wilfred describes the war encounter which earned him his Military Cross. The letter (copied below), headed 'Strictly Private', describes the fighting as 'SHEER'. It also reveals Owen's awareness that the war was nearly at an end.
Oral history Imperial War Museums
WitrynaSecrets of the Imperial War Museum See how we care for the incredible objects in our collection, find out what it takes to organise a spectacular air show and discover the … WitrynaYour experience at IWM North will change your perspective on world-shaping events. There’s plenty to discover, so we recommend spending a minimum of two hours on site though many visitors stay for longer. Explore our selection of permanent displays, discover more about planning your visit, safety and on-site facilities. IWM North … introverted but willing to discuss books
Museum Administrative Records Imperial War Museums
WitrynaAdministrative Records. The museum archive manages IWM’s own administrative records, which date back to its foundation in 1917. They are public records and … Witryna12 lis 2024 · The Research Room itself has a number of important rules to follow. As most of the collection is now stored at the IWM site in Duxford, Cambridgeshire, … WitrynaContent description. Three letters from doctors confirming that he was “suffering from shell shock” and heart problems caused by his experiences in the First World War, 1918, noting his “complaining of ’indescribable feelings’ of weakness and depression from fears and dreads, and insomnia and occasional tremors” and “unreasonable ... introverted athletes