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The NAVAL AND MILITARY INTEREST GROUP meets in the AIGS Library on the
second Monday of each month (February to November inclusive) at 7.30
p.m.
We are a new Group, and the first to be formed on other than a
geographical
area basis. It is our intention to cover all aspects of naval and
military
research, from the Russian War (Crimean War) of 1854-1856 to the First
World
War and its aftermath. Our Group is in its infancy, and we have no set
format
for our meetings, but on all meeting evenings we will enjoy some light
refreshments, and the Library will remain open until 10.00 p.m. so that
members can continue their research in a quiet and supportive
environment. We will keep in touch with all our Group’s members,
whether on e-mail or not, with a regular Newsletter.
If you have a family connection with someone who served in the Navy or
the Army of any Empire or Commonwealth country then please join us. You
are
assured of a warm welcome to our meetings, and AIGS members are always
welcome
to attend our meetings on a casual basis. Whatever stage you are at
with
your research you will be welcome – you certainly DO NOT need to have
'special knowledge,' 'special interest' or 'special skills' to join us.
Our 2010 programme is
shown below.
Monday 1st March 2010: 'A First
World War Airman – the story of Will
Hubbard.' Will Hubbard became one of the first 'air aces'
and his exploits are remembered by his grandson, Phil Hubbard.
Monday 12th April 2010: Members' Evening - 'Who
we are looking for
and perhaps, where we might find them.'
Monday 10th May 2010: 'Personal Stories behind some
Medals.' Presented by Noel Clark.
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