On the research trail

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As you may or may not know I am currently studying towards my Masters degree in History with the Open University. 

I am researching The social impact of bus operations in Northamptonshire between 1920 to 1950

I am looking for people who may have some stories about going to work and school and also how they spent their leisure time between 1920 to 1950. 

If you are someone who could help, who know someone who would be happy to be interviewed, please contact me


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