Tag Archives: American Revolution

Hallowell’s voyage from Boston to Beddington, via Brickwood

Posted on April 14, 2024 by insidecroydon

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: The naval career of an American-born admiral who provided the hero of Trafalgar with his coffin, traced all the way to Croydon and then to Carew Manor by DAVID MORGAN What is the most unusual gift that you … Continue reading →

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Minster archive reveals butchers, bakers and… peruke-makers

Posted on February 11, 2024 by insidecroydon

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: A must-have fashion item from the late 1600s is now rarely seen or heard about. DAVID MORGAN, pictured right, had some hairy moments delving into the long-lost trade of Restoration period wig-makers A look through the burial records … Continue reading →

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