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Our Club's aims are to:

Learn collaboratively about the history, heritage and archaeology of Norwich and Norfolk

Develop resources and activities that contribute to the wider community’s understanding of history and archaeology

Develop activities that enhance/maintain the wellbeing and emotional resilience of club members

Be actively inclusive – open, accessible and welcoming to all


Sunday, 6 February 2022

Queenie of Norwich

Tony Harper has suggested this article.  This is a story about a young Norwich girl born into poverty at the start of 20th century.  She was brought up in one of the toughest neighbourhoods in Norwich but where was it?  Her mother gave her a really hard time and at the age of six, as she was the only member of the family who was not bringing in an income it was decided to sell her!  But to whom?  She worked in munitions during World War One and then in 1922 took a completely illegal new role - but what was it?  And how did she invest the proceeds?  Why was she called Queenie?  This is a fascinating story and to find out the answers to these questions and more information, please select the following link:  

https://www.eveningnews24.co.uk/lifestyle/heritage/norwich-illegal-cattle-market-sold-queenie-gambling-police-8649350 

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