Join me as I chat with Michael Harrison, who has an impressive CV and has served as Master of the Worshipful Company of Marketors in 2014. Its a wonderful conversation about his year in office and his fascinating Yearbook memoirs, which have since been printed and digitised and are now available online.

Michael shares his memories of the fun social events, the more serious work of raising money for good causes, and the many traditions that come with being Master of a Livery Company — as well as how you can browse through his Yearbook today.

Web:

www.mastersyearbook.co.uk

www.marketors.org

www.talesfromthearchives.co.uk

www.sds-group.co.uk

Social Media:

Insta: @katesds_chronicle

Sound Credits:

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PMusic by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!

Air Commodore Cozens was more than a highly accomplished RAF pilot — he was also a filmmaker whose work helped shape the war effort.

From the frozen extremes of the British Arctic Air Route Expedition, where his photography and film earned him the Polar Medal, to wartime footage so sensitive it was locked away under the Official Secrets Act, Air Commodore Cozens was always at the heart of history. His Arctic film Northern Lights even reached the big screen in London’s West End.

Join us for a fascinating and deeply heart-warming conversation with his daughter, Harriet, as she shares memories of an extraordinary life.

Web:

www.talesfromthearchives.co.uk

www.sds-group.co.uk

Social Media:

Insta: @katesds_chronicle

Sound Credits:

Sleigh Bells Sound Effect by GowlerMusic -- https://freesound.org/s/265458/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!

Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!

Lincoln Christ’s Hospital School has recently celebrated its 50th anniversary — and they marked the occasion with three full days of celebration, complete with media coverage. It’s an anniversary rich with stories, memories, and digital archives to share.

In this episode, we talk to Steve Holt, former Chair of the Foundation of Christ’s Hospital School at Lincoln, who played a key role in the digitisation project and celebrations. He also shares the school’s wonderful tradition of Christmas productions and pantomimes.

Web:

www.lchs-archives.co.uk

www.talesfromthearchives.co.uk

www.sds-group.co.uk

Social Media:

Insta: @katesds_chronicle

Sound Credits:

Sleigh Bells Sound Effect by GowlerMusic -- https://freesound.org/s/265458/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

OLD CLOCK TICKING_ Broken Antique Grandfather Clock Ticking Inconsistent Ticking(SFX).wav by GuntherDorksen -- https://freesound.org/s/328067/ -- License: Attribution 3.0

Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!

Back in the 1300’s, the story of the Drapers’ Company began in the heart of the City of London — but who are they today, and what do they do? This Christmas, we find out with the help of the excellent archivist Penelope Fussell, as we explore the feasts and information contained in the treasured Elizabethan Dinner book, now digitised and made accessible online for personal study, exploration, and research.

Web:

www.thedrapers.co.uk

www.talesfromthearchives.co.uk

www.sds-group.co.uk

Social Media:

Insta: @katesds_chronicle

Sound Credits:

Sleigh Bells Sound Effect by GowlerMusic -- https://freesound.org/s/265458/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

OLD CLOCK TICKING_ Broken Antique Grandfather Clock Ticking Inconsistent Ticking(SFX).wav by GuntherDorksen -- https://freesound.org/s/328067/ -- License: Attribution 3.0

Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!

In conversation with Robin Fletcher, the CEO of The Boarding School Association. Hear how he wanted to create a portal to remember the people who lost their lives for the countries they served, from Boarding Schools around the world.

www.Bobor.org.uk is an online permanent record built by The SDS Group which honours pupils, staff, and volunteers from boarding schools who served, sacrificed, or supported national efforts during times of war.

The archive spans conflicts from the First and Second World Wars to earlier battles such as Trafalgar and Waterloo, as well as more recent conflicts.

With over 100 schools across the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and the USA contributing, BOBOR continues to grow each month.

Web:

www.bobor.org.uk

www.talesfromthearchives.co.uk

www.sds-group.co.uk

Social Media:

Insta: @katesds_chronicle

Sound Credits:

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Pommitus, ilmahälytys / Bombing, air raid alarm, mix by YleArkisto -- https://freesound.org/s/242598/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Sleigh Bells Sound Effect by GowlerMusic -- https://freesound.org/s/265458/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!

In 1883, Christmas at Manchester Grammar School didn’t mean entirely downing tools. A curious timetable shows optional, extra-cost lessons ticking along through the “Christmas vacation” — though, mercifully for the boys, even the Victorians kept Christmas week itself free.

In this episode, Kate @ SDS talks to Manchester Grammar School

Extraordinary and fascinating archives online!