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Map found stuffed up chimney

Conservators spend 150 hours to restore 17th-century map found in chimney

A rare 17th-century map of the world found stuffed up a chimney in Scotland has been saved following intricate conservation work.

Mon, 28 Nov, 2016

QUIRKY WORLD ... Rationing fashions on display at War Museum

QUIRKY WORLD ... Rationing fashions on display at War Museum

ENGLAND: For most people, the 1940s conjures up images of rations, wartime struggle and sombre outfits.

Wed, 04 Mar, 2015