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Trench Shells

Trench Shells

From Weapons made in Düsseldorf to souvenirs displayed in Louth Museum, the Journey of two First World War shells.

Richard Richardson, prisoner

Richard Richardson, prisoner

A thief sentenced to transportation, who returned to Louth

Louth Livestock Market

Louth Livestock Market

Routine markets were held on the Newmarket site every Friday

Absalom Hayes, labourer

Absalom Hayes, labourer

A working-class family in the early 19th century

The story of John Bolle’s bed cover

The story of John Bolle’s bed cover

Donna Leonora Oviedo can be seen wandering around Thorpe Hall

Clara Stovin’s account of the Louth Flood

Clara Stovin’s account of the Louth Flood

Does the river reckon to be at the bottom of the garden?

Pin fire revolver

Pin fire revolver

Most likely of Belgian manufacture between 1850 and 1870

Musket dating from around 1760

Musket dating from around 1760

Percussion-cap, muzzle loading musket

Silver ingot

Silver ingot

Viking currency used for trade 

Growing Up In Louth

Growing Up In Louth

Maureen Lill and Margaret Lamb meet again

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