Tag: Military

Julian on the Moor

“Julian” on the Moor

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Year: 1918
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The visit of Julian to Lanark included a visit to the area near Lanark Golf Course. This was not a particularly successful visit as the tank broke down and had…

Glasgow Yeomanry Camp

Glasgow Yeomanry Camp

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A postcard showing the Glasgow Yeomanry Camp on the side of Tinto. The card was issued by the YMCA. Postcards were quickly produced, allowing for people to send postcards to…

Church parade, LIY Camp at Douglas

Church Parade, LIY Camp at Douglas

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Corporal William Angus

Homecoming of Corporal Angus

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Year: 1915
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In 1915 possibly the largest crowd ever gathered to welcome home Corporal William Angus who had been awarded the Victoria Cross for rescuing a wounded soldier from ‘No Man’s Land’.  …