The life and times of the British Bata Shoe Co Ltd
Bata employees who were called up for service in the Armed Forces during the Second World War were guaranteed their jobs on their return after the War.Whilst doing Service for their Country all Bata employees were sent copies of the
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This photograph was taken at the back of a house in Princess Avenue. From left to right: June Evendon, name not known, Malcolm Collins (?), Irene Bailey, Susan Dexter, Elizabeth and Maria Donnithorne (twins at the back), girl shading her eyes
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It’s not often that a horse is seen on the Bata Estate but here is Mooney with her owner, Mary Allum. Taking a ride along Thomas Bata Avenue is Fay Bailey. In the background, we believe the smart black car
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