J.W. Froom, Papers

J.W. Froom papers comprising of photographs;

Papers relating to Old Contemptibles Association;

Certificates from Barry and District Amateur Gardening Association;

Records concerning military service;

Photographs of pupils at Cadoxton School

J.W. Froom lived at 29 Kingsland Crescent, Barry, where these papers were found by the current owner.

Mr Froom served as a sergeant in the Labour Corps during the First World War. He then became an active member of the Old Contemptible Association (Wales and Monmouthshire Area). He was also a member of the Barry and District Amateur Gardener's Association, winning prizes for his plants and produce.

Arranged chronologically by record series

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Presented by a private individual, 2004

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