The final map in the back of Peggy’s 1936 Schoolgirl’s diary is of the Eastern United States.
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Mister Bruce
Today’s Dog Of The Week is brought to you by Mr Bruce (as named on the back of the picture). It’s unclear whether this is one of Peggy’s own drawings. Any guesses on the breed?
Maps – Canada And The United States
The next map in Peggy’s 1936 Schoolgirl’s diary is of Canada and the United States.
Happy Birthday Peggy!
Today would have marked Peggy’s 101st birthday, if she were still alive. In commemoration I’m re-posting a few of my favourite photos of her, and a sketch she made of her beloved David: King Edward VIII
The Saluki
Today’s Dog Of The Week, as sketched by Peggy, is the The Saluki, modelled by Peter or Paddy!
Maps – Australasia
The next map in Peggy’s 1936 Schoolgirl’s diary is of Australasia.
Maps – South America
The next map in Peggy’s 1936 Schoolgirl’s diary is of South America.
Maps – Africa
The fifth map in Peggy’s 1936 Schoolgirl’s diary is of Africa.
Maps – Asia
The next map in the back of Peggy’s diary is of Asia.
Switzerland Journal February 14th 1937
Feb: 14th St Cergue.A village in the Juras. It is a big sports centre. St Cergue is situated at the side of the “Dôle” mountain and has a wonderful view over looking the lake of Geneva (or Lac Léman) which lies far down below. Also there is a lovely view over Les Dents de midiContinue reading “Switzerland Journal February 14th 1937”