South Garesfield Soldiers Honoured - 1919 -
Presentations to miners
After the First World War, throughout the Durham Coal Field presentations were made to returning soldiers and sailors who had been colliery workers prior to joining the armed services.
A gold watch was presented to men who had served abroad, a gold medal to men who had been on home service.
Funding came from workforce subscriptions and contributions from colliery owners.
After the First World War, throughout the Durham Coal Field presentations were made to returning soldiers and sailors who had been colliery workers prior to joining the armed services.
A gold watch was presented to men who had served abroad, a gold medal to men who had been on home service.
Funding came from workforce subscriptions and contributions from colliery owners.