Peace Day, Victoria Park, Stafford,

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Date:19th of July 1919

Description:Peace Day on Victoria Park, celebrating the end of the First World War and commemorating those who had fought for victory.

Entertainment was provided by the Borough Military Band, a water carnival on the River Sow, and fireworks in the evening.

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Image courtesy of: William Salt Library

Donor ref:William Salt Library No., Stafford 46E, img: 624 (18/1150)

Source: Staffordshire Museum Service

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