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Troops Embarking at Halifax
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Item is a photographic postcard of a number of troops embarking at Halifax during the First World War. Soldiers in full uniform are visible on the upper and lower decks of the boat while onlookers, mostly in daywear, are visible on the dock. A handwritten note in the middle of the photo reads: "Troops Embarking At Halifax N.S.." 77-1538-1672
Halifax exercise
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Item is a postcard showing soldiers of the 25th Battalion of the CEF in an exercise during World War 1. The exercise took place in Halifax and the Armories and Park Street Church are visible in the background. 84-76-14176
The Armories, Halifax
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Item is a photographic postcard showing the Halifax Armories during the First World War. It was sent by a soldier to Gerald Liscombe from Halifax on November 21, 1914. 77-1540-1674
Lena Ferguson fonds
Fonds · 1974-2001
Fonds consists of approximately 137 hours of oral history interviews conducted by Lena Ferguson. Most interviewees were residents of the Eastern Shore region of Halifax County, particularly the Chezzetcook area. Interview topics include genealogy, local industries, occupations, music, shipping, community life, traditions, and folklore. In addition to interviews, the creator recorded school reunions, concerts, weddings, and church anniversaries. Several paper transcripts are included as well as scrapbooks featuring articles written by Lena and other newspaper articles regarding the Chezzetcook area. 2019.014