The remarkable life of a child born from a First World War love-affair
“Tail End Charlie”
Author: Natalie Mayhew
Originally a London girl, now living in Rochester, Kent. Fascinated by social history and passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion
From the Goal Line to the Front Line
The story of Chelsea goalkeeper William Krug who joined the 17th Middlesex (1st Football) Battalion at the start of the Great War.
One purple moment
Harry Mayhew (1886-1933): a teapot full of gold coins leads to mishap and courtroom chaos
Tragedy at sea
Matthew Saumarez (1718-1778): a tragedy at sea and a case of mistaken identity.
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980)
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): A film editor and father, remembered for his extraordinary life and contributions
The Tooting years
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): an unconventional family history begins in 20th century Tooting
Evacuated to Funtington (Pt 1)
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): some children evacuated from London faced uncertainty but adapted well
Evacuated to Funtington (Pt 2)
Peter Mayhew (1929-1940): evacuees at Funtington faced harsh winter and wartime challenges
After the war
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): life in the immediate post-war years, National Service, and a career in the British film industry
The Kensington years
Peter Mayhew (1929-1980): a holiday visit results in an unconventional household and emotional challenges
