Tag: WW1

  • Remembrance Day – 11 November 2025

    Remembrance Day – 11 November 2025

    On this day at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 the Armistice was signed at the end of World War 1, and it is now a day to honor all who have served in wars and conflicts. Among those who served in that conflict was a soldier from…

  • Inside Our Collection – Christmas Greetings From France, 1917

    Inside Our Collection – Christmas Greetings From France, 1917

    In our small collection of exquisite embroidered greeting cards, or World War 1 Silks, is this wonderful Christmas card sent by John Henry (Harry) Keyte to his sister Sarah May (known as May) Louttit nee Keyte. In 1917 May and her husband Sid Louttit* were living at Kiora. The postcard was sent from France on 18 October…