The
Vernon Lamb Archive, World War One Soldiers, Groups
A Unique Photographic Record of
Matlock & District, 1910-1915, and World War One Soldiers
Place:
Buxton
Property / Street / Road:
The Empire Hotel
Date:
2 Nov 1914 - 3 Feb 1915
Description/Historical Information:
Messing took place in the large garage in the
Hotel's grounds. Initially there was a lack of utensils, which made
things difficult, but these were quickly procured.
Soldiers, with various food items including a jar of Burton's Preserves,
bread, meat, bacon and butter or lard. Behind them is a temporary
canteen.
Also see VLA4917 | VLA4918 | VLA9805