Author Archives: Magicfingers

The Weekly Postcard No. 56

Posted on June 28, 2020 by Magicfingers

Oh, I do like a romantic poem. And these two look suitably well-matched, wouldn’t you say?

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The Elverdinge Burial Grounds Part Three – Ferme-Olivier Cemetery

Posted on June 24, 2020 by Magicfingers

Ferme-Olivier Cemetery, the road to Elverdinge, three quarters of a mile to the east, on the left.

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The Weekly Postcard No. 55

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Magicfingers

A day late this week, to allow you time to check out this week’s other posts. The men in charge featured heavily on Great War postcards from all the warring nations.

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Drumnadrochit – Glen Urquhart War Memorial

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Magicfingers

Nessie Land – 200 yds. Not a sign I see very often where I live. Seeing we’re in the immediate area, and seeing I did spend the rest of the day Loch Ness Monster hunting – why wouldn’t you? … Continue reading →

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Newtonmore – Banchor Cemetery

Posted on June 18, 2020 by Magicfingers

Following the recent post in which I showed you the war memorial at Newtonmore,… …should you ever find yourself in the area, don’t miss this old burial ground, once the site of a 6th Century chapel, now long gone. This … Continue reading →

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