Description | Letters 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 |
Administrative History | Vivien 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 History | These records were donated to Derbyshire Record Office in July 2019. |