Kirklees
Beaumont of Whitley: Family and Estate Records (DD/WB)
12th Century - 20th Century
Within this collection is a sketch and account of the voyage of the ship Terra Nova, from Jamaica to Plymouth, December 1688 - April 1689. Richard Beaumont of Whitley Beaumont was on board and may be the author of these vivid documents.
This quote gives us an insight into the strength of the storm the ship encountered, the terror felt on board and how lucky these men were to survive.
“the wind now blew so exceedingly as we could not apprehend in our imaginations any possibility of greater violence, yet did we find it, not only more terrible but more constant. Fury added to fury…”
This quote gives us an insight into the strength of the storm the ship encountered, the terror felt on board and how lucky these men were to survive.
“the wind now blew so exceedingly as we could not apprehend in our imaginations any possibility of greater violence, yet did we find it, not only more terrible but more constant. Fury added to fury…”
Fisher Family of Almondbury, Correspondence (WYK1263/1)
1786 - c1844
These 28 letters let us hear the voices of the Fisher family 200 years later. They are very human, and show that social problems and how to stop young men falling into bad company are perennial problems. However, forcing them to stay in the army for over 13 years seems a bit ruthless by today’s standards!
The majority of letters are from their eldest son, Thomas Fisher, whilst in the army, but he is not the only child in trouble, as we can see from letters by his younger brother William who has also been sent away. They describe in detail their thoughts and feelings about what they have done, their situation and what they see during this time.
The majority of letters are from their eldest son, Thomas Fisher, whilst in the army, but he is not the only child in trouble, as we can see from letters by his younger brother William who has also been sent away. They describe in detail their thoughts and feelings about what they have done, their situation and what they see during this time.
Florence E Lockwood, Black Rock Mills, Linthwaite, War Diaries and Notes (KC329)
1914 -1918
Florence Lockwood wrote a remarkable set of diaries, which cover the period of the First World War and the peace settlement of the early 1920s.
These are a unique set of memories, anecdotes, war despatches and thoughts about war from a woman’s point of view, which give a fresh insight into this important period of European history.
She also played an active part in the political and social life of Colne Valley, adding another dimension to these diaries which hold both local and national value.
These are a unique set of memories, anecdotes, war despatches and thoughts about war from a woman’s point of view, which give a fresh insight into this important period of European history.
She also played an active part in the political and social life of Colne Valley, adding another dimension to these diaries which hold both local and national value.
George W Cowley, Records Including Second World War Papers (WYK1285)
1908 - 2004
This collection tells the story of George Cowley’s adventures during WWII and gives a remarkable insight into the thoughts and experiences of a Prisoner of War. He gives a dramatic account of his life in Stalag VIIa Mooseberg, Germany and Stalag 383, Hohenfels, Bavaria, March 1944 - April 1945, giving an in-depth account of the daily life, hardships, deprivations endured and characters he met during this time. Details on weather, diet, treatment by the Germans, activities and attitudes are all recorded.
George W Cowley died in 2007 at the age of 102, leaving behind his reminiscences, letters and photographs depicting his military career as well as his life back in Civvy street. This collection is indeed a Treasure just like George.
George W Cowley died in 2007 at the age of 102, leaving behind his reminiscences, letters and photographs depicting his military career as well as his life back in Civvy street. This collection is indeed a Treasure just like George.
Women's Social and Political Union, Huddersfield Branch, Minutes (KC1060/1)
1907 - 1909
The minute book of the Huddersfield branch of the Women’s Social and Political Union allows us an insight into the issues at the heart of the suffrage movement and the actions taken in pursuance of the right to vote for women, not only on a regional but also national level.
Edith Key, who’s personal papers the book was kept in, was the secretary for the branch and the entries show the determination of the women to make a change, raising funds and travelling the country to organised demonstrations, all to support the cause.
Edith Key, who’s personal papers the book was kept in, was the secretary for the branch and the entries show the determination of the women to make a change, raising funds and travelling the country to organised demonstrations, all to support the cause.
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