| Description | DOB: 1896
DOD: UNKNOWN
Grew up in Ilfracombe, a seaside town in North Devon, England.
Enjoyed a simple, close-knit community life with strong family and local ties.
As a child, loved listening to older people's stories of the past and local folklore.
fondly remember village traditions, seasonal activities, and the dramatic changes in the town over the decades.
Attended a lecture on archaeology at a community college later in life.
Evidently self-educated through extensive local knowledge and storytelling.
writing and memory keeping.
Attended local lectures and participated in community events.
Collected and recounted stories of smugglings, witchcraft, and old customs.
Vividly recalls Ilfracombe's transformation from a thriving twon with bustling local shops, handmade crafts, and community spirit, to a more commercialized place.
Describes WWI and WWII impacts on the town and daily life.
Remembers traditional events such as market days, seaside concerts, and Sunday School outings.
Shared several family stories of witchcraft, smuggling, and heroic rescues at sea.
Funerals, family gatherings, seaside holidays, and childhood adventures.
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Ilfracombe, North Devon, Seaside town, Community life, Folk tales, witchcraft, smuggling, local history, WWI & WWII memories, traditional shops and crafts, Sunday school, seaside holidays, family traditions. |