This second selection of over 200 old photographs brought together by the Derwentdale Local History Society contiunes the dramatic story of Consett, its people and heritage.
The Great Western Railway's Swindon Works was the largest employer in the area, even during the early British Railway years. For well over a hundred years thousands of apprentices and trainees passed through its doors to learn the trades of the railways.
This is a story of summer 1940, of a little known territorial battalion and an almost forgotten British military disaster. Three companies of the Kensingtons launched a daring escape through Le Havre to return to England and take part in the invasion defences on the Kent coast.
This collection of over 200 images provides an important historical document that will enlighten and enthral all inhabitants of and visitors to this part of the country.
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