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 The parade led by the band, marches past the monumental masons on Zetland Road. The masons in France would be kept busy for many years. This is a further photograph from George Skilbeck; he must have had assistance and proves how important this event was to all communities throughout Great Britain. Image courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers.  The first of several postcard views of the Peace Celebrations in 1918; this double view is of Zetland Road (probably viewed from George Skilbeck’s upper front room). The parade is believed to have finished in the Foulsyke area. Many of the women in these two George Skilbeck photographs of the parade to mark the Armistice, would have little to celebrate. The event for some would be tinged with sadness. Images courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers.  We had no date for this image or any information regarding persons present or location. Keith Bowers has now advised us: ”The details on the reverse of this photograph bear the details as: Driving Instructors 3 M.T.T.C. Dreghorn Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland 1943.” Image courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers, also thanks to Keith Bowers for the update.  Rob Dobson being presented with his Long Service Good Conduct Medal in November 1984. Image courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers.  Bernard Dobson during inspection whilst on naval duties. Image courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers.  Bernard Dobson with Prince Charles touring HMS Ganges. Image courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers.  We see Bernard Dobson on parade at HMS Ganges, whilst on training. Image courtesy of Joyce Dobson and Keith Bowers.  After the Second World War, the breakup of the British Empire saw rival factions attempting to take over the former colonies. In Burma and more so in Malaya the Communists fought a long battle with British troops. George Ronald Bowers (”Tron”) was one of the National Servicemen to be involved in the conflict. This photograph could be related to” Trons” amateur boxing interest, he is to the right of the three Englishmen on the back row. David Calvert tells us: ”My dad Bert Calvert was in the army with Tron.” Image courtesy of Keith Bowers and thanks to David Calvert for that update.  Having survived the War, Lancelot Wilson is now married to Rhoda, and looking forward to discharge from the Army. A happy conclusion to the series of postcards we have placed on the site. Postcard courtesy of Howard Wilson.  Another postcard from the Great War, the writer states they are the cooks of the section. (Unkindly said to be responsible for more casualties than the enemy). Postcard courtesy of Howard Wilson. |
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