John Brown

John was born in 1944 in Cardiff. His family then moved to London when he was six months old. At age four, John contracted Polio and was sent to hospital, where he remained until he was eight. Then he attended local special schools, going on to a local mainstream college at age nineteen.

Milk Bottle Tops

Here John describes the career options suggested by his Head teacher.

A Swastika on my Desk

Here John recalls being bullied at school.

Strapped to the Bed

Here John remembers his time in hospital.

Fat of Lamb

Here John describes his school lunch times.

Getting a car

Here John describes his father’s reaction to his wish for a car.

Put Down

Here John describes the low aspirations people had of him throughout his life.

Two Hoots

Here John describes his journey to school.