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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Deborah describes the impact of returning to study in later life via the Open University.

Here Jack remembers cycling to school.

Here Ian shares his views on young people being sent to boarding school.

Here Ronald describes a trip to London during the war.

Here Clenton describes going onto further education.

Here Michelle talks about the influence medical professionals had on her parents.

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