Just imagine being married off at that age, Gem. Younger than your GD. 
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1946
A world wheat shortage led to bread rationing in Britain.
“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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Not the first time either Gem I remember it happening in the 70sIm not fat just 6ft too smallComment
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I remember that as well Oma.Sometimes I forget to like posts,but that doesn't mean I don't like them.Comment
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1807
Most of the town of Chudleigh in Devon was destroyed by a fire that started in the bakery. After the fire, only the church and seven houses were left standing.“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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1797
A cartoon by Gilray was published which gave the Bank of England its nickname, 'The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street.'“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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1930
Amy Johnson landed at Darwin, Australia and became the first woman to fly from England to Australia.“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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2012
The seemingly never-ending task of painting the Forth Bridge was finally completed, following a 10-year programme of work and 240,000 litres of 'epoxy glass plate paint' that should last for 20 years.
More than 1,500 people worked on the bridge during its restoration, with as many as 400 workers on the bridge in a single day at the peak of activity.“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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Nearly time to start again Gem 🤣🤣Im not fat just 6ft too smallComment
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1986
Irish-born singer Bob Geldof was made an honorary Knight of the Realm by Queen Elizabeth II for his efforts to raise money for the starving of Africa.“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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1842
Britain's first public library opened, in Frederick Street, Salford.
First libraries, then Coronation Street - and Lowry too!“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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I wonder what people thought Gem such a bold move in those days I bet .Im not fat just 6ft too smallComment
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1982
In the first Papal visit to Britain since 1531, Polish born Pope John Paul II prayed alongside the Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first ever pontiff to visit the cathedral. He was acclaimed as one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century and was one of the most-travelled world leaders in history. He visited 129 countries during his pontificate, was the second-longest serving Pope in history and the first non-Italian Pope since 1523.
I remember the weather being fantastic while he was here.“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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Gem, I don't remember the weather, but I remember the excitement in our local Catholic community at the time."Joy is what happens to us when we allow ourselves to recognise how good things really are. "
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Daisy I particularly remember the weather as my mum and dad took DD1 and 2 away to the coast for the half term week and I joined them for the second half of the week. The weather was glorious
“A grandchild fills a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” – UnknownComment
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