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The British Naval Brigade after Antwerp as seen through German eyes, sketch by Bob, a wounded soldier, 1915
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The British Naval Brigade after Antwerp as seen through German eyes, sketch by Bob, a wounded soldier, 1915
Image from autograph book of Edith Eveline Bromhead of London Road, Sheffield, compiled whilst working in a military hospital in Sheffield during World War One (original at Sheffield Archives ref. X605/1).Edith was born in the Ecclesall registration district in 1898. Her early years were spent at 136 Myrtle Road, Sheffield; she attended Heeley Bank Girls School from c. 1906. In 1911 she is recorded as living, aged 13, with her parents William Alfred and Elizabeth Bromehead at 356 London Road, Sheffield. William was listed as a boot repairer and maker.By the time World War One broke out in August 1914 Edith would have been 16 or 17 years old. Whilst she was working as a nurse she kept an album in which her fellow nurses and wounded soldiers wrote notes of friendship and affection. In addition, some of the soldiers drew pictures and cartoons of the war and other matters.Edith married Frank Kerrigan in 1925. It is believed they lived at 49 Melrose Place in Sheffield for most, if not all of their married life. It appears Edith died in March 1972 and Frank a few months later
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This print captures a unique perspective on the British Naval Brigade after the Battle of Antwerp during World War One. Seen through German eyes, this sketch by Bob, a wounded soldier, offers a glimpse into the aftermath of this significant military engagement. The image is sourced from the autograph book of Edith Eveline Bromhead, who worked tirelessly in a military hospital in Sheffield during the war. Edith's album served as a testament to her dedication and compassion as she cared for injured soldiers. Within its pages, her fellow nurses and wounded soldiers expressed their gratitude and forged deep friendships amidst the chaos of war. Some even contributed drawings and cartoons that shed light on various aspects of life during those tumultuous times. Born in 1898 in Sheffield, Edith spent her early years at Myrtle Road before moving to London Road with her parents William Alfred and Elizabeth Bromehead. Her father was listed as a boot repairer and maker. By the outbreak of World War One in 1914, Edith would have been around 16 or 17 years old - an age when most young women were embarking on their own journeys. After marrying Frank Kerrigan in 1925, it is believed that Edith resided at Melrose Place for much if not all of their married life together. Sadly, Edith passed away in March 1972 followed by Frank just months later. This poignant photograph serves as both a historical artifact and a tribute to individuals like Edith who selflessly dedicated themselves to caring for others during one of humanity's darkest periods.
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