by Robin Thompson | 22 Nov 2016 | Articles
In the mid 19th century, Volunteer Rifle Corps were being formed for defence against a perceived threat from France. The Dunfermline unit needed additional funding, so an ambitious event was organised. In this article Sue Mowat tells the story of the hard-working...
by Robin Thompson | 19 Nov 2016 | Diary, Talks
Our Christmas social event this year will be held on Thursday 8th December, in the Abbey Church Hall. This year, we have arranged something we haven’t done before – we are having a film show. Talisman Films Scotland will be presenting “Nostalgic...
by Robin Thompson | 5 Nov 2016 | Articles
By George Robertson It is generally accepted Margaret, Queen, later Saint, of Scotland, was born in Hungary around 1046. Her father, Edward the Exile, became heir to the English throne of Edward the Confessor, who was half brother to her grandfather Edmund...
by Robin Thompson | 22 Oct 2016 | Talks
November 17th 7:30 pm, Abbey Church Hall Derek Larkman – “Jute, Jack and Journeyings” Lieutenant Commander Larkman served in the Royal Navy, in frigates, carriers and Polaris submarines as well as a in a variety of shore appointments. After...
by Robin Thompson | 20 Oct 2016 | Articles
by Dr. Jean Barclay DID YOU KNOW… about Frank the tramp who stole the minister`s dinner? In the 18th century Scotland, when the population was only between one and two millions, hundreds of beggars wandered the roads. A few were privileged `blue gown` beggars...
