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D5952 - Devonshire Royal Hospital, Buxton - 1914-1918
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Archive Reference / Library Class No.
D5952
Title
Devonshire Royal Hospital, Buxton
Date
1914-1918
Description
Album of soldiers' signatures. The soldiers usually sign with details of their regiment, war service, and date when they were repatriated.
Extent
1 volume
Level
Fonds
Repository
Derbyshire Record Office
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Archive Creator
Devonshire Royal Hospital, Buxton
Administrative History
During World War 1, the Devonshire Hospital treated many injured British, Canadian and ANZAC soldiers. This album appears to have been created as a memento of these patients.
Custodial History
Acquired by Derbyshire Record Office in 2003.
Organisation Sub-Type
Hospitals
Format
Document
Related Material
A similar album exists for the Derbyshire Royal Infirmary in Derby [Derbyshire Record Office reference number: D5250/1/1]
Term
Hospitals
Health services
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Related Names
Name (click for further details)
Buxton; Devonshire Royal Hospital; 1859-2000; Hospital
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Type
Buxton
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