Devonian Jean Pearse shares her vivid memories of growing up in Holbeton, near Plymouth. To read Jean's wonderful story, please open the PDF document below.
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Jean Pearse's father, Jack Ackland, in the forge at Holbeton, nr Plymouth, Devon
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Vintage postcard showing Old Barbican Quay, Plymouth
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