Oral History: Doug Ashman, 2012-11
Scope and Contents
Includes: transcript and recording of interview with Doug Ashman, Head Groundsman, 1961-1999, on his experiences of working at Churchill College including recollections of Reverend Cain, Major General Jack Hamilton, working practices and equipment in the grounds and gardens department, moving the trees planted by Sir Winston Churchill, and the sports pitches. Also includes cartoons of Doug Ashman, notes for his retirement speech and photos of Doug's retirement and the Duke of Edinburgh arriving at the College.
Dates
- Creation: 2012-11
Biographical / Historical
Doug Ashman worked for the College from 1961-1999, initially as a Groundsman and then as Head Groundsman until his retirement.
Language of Materials
English
External Documents
Originator(s)
Paula Halson
Finding aid date
2018-02-22 09:52:48+00:00
Repository Details
Part of the Churchill Archives Centre Repository
Churchill Archives Centre
Churchill College
Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0DS United Kingdom
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