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Archive for 2010

More documents unearthed

Posted on April 29th, 2010 03:04 by Harker, JME

"An opportunity to take part in a television presentation of 'Weekend' has arisen for the Brigade"

Yet another batch of historically important archives have been unearthed which we would like to share with you.

This month, we have another action report from 1980, this time describing a flood in Chapel lane.  Also included is a letter from the chief and an ode dated 1978.

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Archive – Action Report from Feb 1980

Posted on April 29th, 2010 03:04 by Harker, JME

From Tuesday 19th February 1980 an action report regarding to horrific flood that occurred when Mrs. Blanchard left her taps on.

Action Report - Chapel Lane Flood - Page 1

Action Report - Chapel Lane Flood - Page 1

Action Report - Chapel Lane Flood - Page 2

Action Report - Chapel Lane Flood - Page 2

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Archive – The Ballad of Geddington Fire Brigade

Posted on April 29th, 2010 03:04 by Harker, JME

First related at the official standing down dinner of the GVFB, at the Star Inn, Geddington, on February 22nd 1978. Three pages, click to enlarge.

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Archive – 1982 GVFB TV opportunity

Posted on April 29th, 2010 02:04 by Harker, JME

October 1982 and The Chief writes to members informing them of the opportunity to appear on television.

"An opportunity to take part in a television presentation of 'Weekend' has arisen for the Brigade"

"An opportunity to take part in a television presentation of 'Weekend' has arisen for the Brigade

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Archive – 1982 Duxford funds request

Posted on April 29th, 2010 02:04 by Harker, JME

It’s 1982 and the Paymaster General is worried about the extravagant cost of the recent trip to Duxford.  So why not ask each of the members for a fiver?

1982 - PMG requests funds to pay for Duxford event

1982 - PMG requests funds to pay for Duxford event

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