Charge of Light Brigade soldier’s letters and medals donated

[English Bloke]

Ahhh well, after further research it seems I won't be taking pictures.

From Barnsley.gov.uk -
Can I take photographs in the museum?
Photography is not permitted in the museum for conservation reasons. Please call in advance if you want to photograph something in particular for research or other purposes. Video cameras are prohibited.

There is a link here with a picture though.

[CopperNGold]

I have not read that since I was a child! Interesting that so many phrases from "The Charge of the Light Brigade" have become part of our language culture.

I was able to read Ms. Kent's article before the link was broken, and felt that she summed up the explanation beautifully. Then, in the last paragraph, I read that she was a former journalist. Kudos to her for a short and very well written synopsis of her husband's ancestor's experiences. That letter brings history to life again, and I'm glad it is now available to the public.

Thanks, Mael, for giving us a chance to read a first-hand historical experience!

[Pleater]

My immediate family live close to Cannon Hall and I have often been there.

There were quite a few interesting items in the house before it was acquired by the council, and there was quite a stink when it was found to have been emptied by the previous owners. Still, it left the place empty for new things to be installed.

It was always a pleasant place to visit.

Anne the Pleater :ootd:

[Mael Coluim]

Ahhh well, after further research it seems I won't be taking pictures.



There is a link here with a picture though.

Thanks John, for that link.

CopperNGold, how right you are! Just the week before when face with unreasonable work demand, I paraphased my situation with, 'In to the Valley of Death rode the 600 not to reason why but to do or die." A person knowing my situation and hearing my words, a retired Lt. Colonel replied, 'yeah".

[Mickey]

Thanks so much for the update! Fascinating reading.