Subject File: Yorkshire Main and Bevin Boys

Reference No:
U DPM/1/35
Dates:
16 Aug 1945-22 Jun 2000
Description:
File contain papers relating to Platts-Mills' time as a Bevin Boy working in the Yorkshire Main coalfield. Papers include the following: Correspondence and transcripts relating to talks given by Platts-Mills for the BBC's 'French programmes'; Notes relating to ways to improve coal output; Copy letter and article written by Platts-Mills for the Daily Express, article titled 'Yorkshire Main or Heroes Every Minute'; Press cuttings; Correspondence between Platts-Mills and various TV production companies regarding documentaries and programmes relating to the Bevin Boys; Photographs of Platts-Mills participating in gymnastic team activities whilst in Yorkshire.
Format:
Archive Item
Extent:
1 file
Language:
Access Conditions:
Access will be granted to any accredited reader
Repository:
Hull University Archives
Collection:
Records of John Platts-Mill QC