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2011 Cavell Festival in Swardeston, October 8th and 9th
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New biography of Edith Cavell published 12th October 2010.
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New Publication from the London Hospital's Archivist.
A new study has been produced by
Jonathan Evans, archivist of the London Hospital.
The material draws on archives relating to Edith
Cavell's experience as a nurse, and two-thirds of
the 54 page book covers Edith's training and
different jobs in England and later in Belgium.
This material helps us to understand more of her
professional life and her relationships with those
with whom she worked.
Copies can be obtained from Nick Miller, The Old
Schoolhouse, The Common, Swardeston, Norwich NR14
8EB - price £5 (or £7 if posted in the
UK). Cheques to be made payable to N C Miller :
they must be received prior to posting of the
copy. Overseas
and any other enquiries (about the new
publication only) please e-mail by clicking
here.
Edith Cavell's Business Card, and a Commemorative Medal.
An intriguing message.
A Memorial Service on the Slopes of Mount Edith Cavell.
Photographs of a service held in 1931.
The testimony of Pasteur Le Seur.
Taken from The Truth by
Wilhelm Behrens, who was in charge of prisons in
Brussels at the time of the execution. Le Seur was
the chaplain appointed by the Germans to minister
to the prisoners.
This is a remarkable and moving account of the
last moments of Edith Cavell, and reflects well on
both Miss Cavell and M. Le Seur. It contains
details of the execution which you may find
upsetting.
Rev Gahan's account of his final meeting with Edith Cavell, plus tributes from the King and Queen of the Belgians.
The East Window at Swardeston.
The East Window in Swardeston Church is a fine memorial to Edith Cavell.
Internet links about Edith Cavell.
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