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Edinburgh First World War trench survey begins

Edinburgh First World War trench survey begins | Archaeology News | Scoop.it
WORLD renowned experts have begun a major survey aimed at unlocking the secrets of the Capital’s First World War trenches.

 

The network of trenches at Dreghorn Woods, Colinton, which will cost an estimated £10,000 to save, were almost forgotten and had been left to become overgrown by trees. In December, Edinburgh City Council awarded £3500 to enable survey work to take place following months of campaigning by writer and historian Lynne Gladstone-Millar and the Evening News, calling for the trenches to be preserved.

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With the coming anniversary of the outbreak of World War I as well.   this is a timely reminder.   lest we forget...  Lynne Gladstone-Millar's father and his friend, were the only survivors of his year at Edinburgh University.  who went to war, training at these very trenches.  This can be a lasting memorial. 

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Workmen find Georgian artefacts at old hospital - Top stories - Scotsman.com

Workmen find Georgian artefacts at old hospital - Top stories - Scotsman.com | Archaeology News | Scoop.it
ARCHAEOLOGISTS have uncovered a slice of Georgian history on the former site of the Royal Infirmary hospital.

 

Pottery, bits of bottle, coins and buttons from the 18th century were found by workers at what is now Edinburgh University’s High School Yards.

 

A dig took place after contractors drafted in to lay utilities uncovered a series of outer walls from the old royal’s Surgical Hospital, which was built on the site in 1738. Among the highlights was a sixpenny piece dating from 1816 and the reign of George IV.

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Great story,  Jake is a lovely man from AOC Archaeology.   Plus i am from Edinburgh.  What is not to like! 

 

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