Category Archives: historical media

World War One Photo: Cloth Hall in Ypres

Posted on March 4, 2012 by brushedwithmystery

The scribbled handwriting names this photo ‘the cloth hall in Ypres.’ Haunting as a ghost of itself; reminiscent of Henry the VIII’s destruction of the abbeys- only a few walls remain. The space is a barren land. It would take … Continue reading →

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World War One Photo: Albert, on the Somme

Posted on May 23, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

I wonder what it looks like now?

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World War One Photo #2: Ypres

Posted on May 17, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

If anyone can offer insight into this photo I would appreciate it.  The back says “Ypres,” and the picture is evidently a contrast of a street scene before and after the Great War.  The date on the arch  is Roman … Continue reading →

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World War One Photos Found!

Posted on May 15, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

While in the basement of my infamous  family home, I found  a series of rolled up World War One Photos.  They are AMAZING!  I can’t wait to share them- I want to do some research first. My grandfather was a … Continue reading →

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Remembering the British Empire…

Posted on April 12, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

As many people turn their attention to the Royal Wedding this coming April 29, 2011.  I thought I might share some of the images I have found.  As  a Loyalist family, we certainly have a lot!

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