Cymdeithas Twmbarlwm Society continue the Autumn/Winter Series of illustrated talks with…  

An Illustrated talk by

Mr John Venn

Local Historian and volunteer at Risca Museum and OHIHS

On Wednesday 4th December 2024

at Crosskeys RFC

Doors open at 7.00pm ready for a 7.30pm start.

Would you like to know more about local history? Then let John Venn introduce you to – William Brace (1865 – 1947)

Born in Risca, William Brace attended Risca Town school and started work in the local colliery the day after his 12th birthday, he worked underground in local collieries, and became an early miners’ leader instrumental in the formation of the South Wales Miners’ Federation. This led to him becoming an MP and a member of the National Government during the First World War and served many years as a Member of Parliament.

The talk is a fascinating, although little known, story of the life of a Risca boy made good at a time when coal was king and our valley was at the centre of industry and politics.

All are welcome to come and enjoy this in-depth study of the life of this truly remarkable man.

Entry to the talk is FREE to CTS members or £3.00 to non-members (you can become a member of CTS for £10 on the night if you wish)

Drinks available at the Bar ~

A raffle will be held on the night (donations of prizes to the raffle are very welcome)

All proceeds go towards the work of Cymdeithas Twmbarlwm Society

Risca Colliery in the early 20th century painted by Pat Protheroe

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