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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D8280
TitleVivien Joan Brown (nee Stevenson) of Carsington, Intercept Wireless Operator during World War Two
Datec1940-c2013
DescriptionLetters and photographs sent to Vivien Joan Stevenson from boyfriend William Reginald Ward, of the Seaforth Highlanders, whilst on training and on active service during the Second World War, c1940-1944; photographs, diaries and additional material from time serving as Intercept Wireless Operator ATS, c1942-1945; material used in exhibition at Kedleston Hall and in preparation of National Trust booklet 'Secrets and Soldiers'; Articles, newspaper cuttings and correspondence re National Arboretum and Bletchley Park, c1950s-2013
Extent0.75 box
LevelFonds
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
Archive CreatorVivien Joan Brown
Administrative HistoryVivien Joan Brown (nee Stevenson) lived most of her life in Carsington. She served as an Intercept Wireless Operator ATC during the Second World War, based at Kedleston Hall and the Isle of Man. Later in life she acted as Assistant Registration Officer for the Register of Electors covering Carsington, Hopton and Griffe Grange (1951-1958).
Custodial HistoryThese records were donated to Derbyshire Record Office in July 2019.
Organisation Sub-TypeMilitary personnel
Places
Place (click for further details)Type
Carsington 
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