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What a momentous week it has been in Lincolnshire! The past week has shown us how our history profoundly informs our present, taking us on a journey from treasured memories of JFK’s visit in 1963 to the inauguration of a deeply meaningful memorial. Our week commenced with reflections of an occasion of great historical importance
Over the past week, Lincolnshire has been immersed in a powerful mix of history and nostalgia, highlighting the influence of our past on our present and future. Our community has embarked on an emotional journey, sparked by reminders of striking historical events and the unveiling of a poignant new memorial. This has served to stir
Valerie Braunston was evacuated to a pig farm in Lincolnshire.
Discovery of evocative note from ‘Bill’ to ‘Nurse Wilkinson’ left woman ‘shaking’ when she realised the corresponding couple were her parents
What an extraordinary week it’s been for lovers of both history and nostalgia in Lincolnshire. Our community has been taken on an emotional journey back in time, reconnecting with our collective past thanks to a series of amazing discoveries and events. Initial sparks of emotion were stirred by the unearthing of a wartime love letter
It has been a remarkable week here in Lincolnshire! The last seven days have been a fascinating journey, taking us down the paths of history and through the lanes of nostalgia. We’ve shared laughter, tears and, crucially, we’ve increased our knowledge of our common past, strengthening the ties that bind us as a community. Our
The memorial is a tribute to entrepreneur Sir Edward Watkin who helped develop the Port of Grimsby.
This week has seen Lincolnshire take a heartwarming trip down memory lane, honouring local heroes and exploring the depth of its history. It has been a time of reflection, mirth and learning that has undoubtedly forged stronger bonds in our community. Through the ‘History & Nostalgia’ features in The Lincoln Post, we strive to nurture
There’s nothing quite like a journey down memory lane to uplift your week, and that has been the key focus in Lincolnshire over the last seven days. In this past week, we have celebrated our community, paid homage to local heroes, and delved into the rich fabric of our history. It’s been a period of
Fascinating photos of Lincolnshire prisoners from the 1870s have gone on display for the first time.
Face to face with Lincolnshire’s Victorian criminals  Lincolnshire County Council
This week in Lincolnshire has been nothing short of enchanting, with the city transporting us back to its rich Victorian past. The fascinating history of our much-loved city has been vividly revived, stirring feelings of curiosity and reminiscence amongst the inhabitants. Indeed, conversations across the city have been humming with excitement over our memorable past.
