The Preston Herald reported on 16 June, 1917, that Private H Walne L.N.L (Loyal North Lancashire Regiment) had been wounded. “Pte Herbert Walne, L.N.L, whose parents reside in George Street, Longridge, has been wounded in the arm, and is in hospital in Chatham. He was called up in the early part of 1916 and has beenContinueContinue reading “100 years ago: First World War Wound”
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100 years ago today: British Farmers’ Red Cross Fund
The British Farmers Red Cross Fund usually raised money through agricultural sales, with profits going towards various schemes – such as providing ambulances – and supporting hospitals. According to the Red Cross, the fund received a total of £1,024,808 19s 2d. One such sale took place in Harleston on 16 May, 1917. The local committeeContinueContinue reading “100 years ago today: British Farmers’ Red Cross Fund”
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