By Frank Palmer In January 1920 the First Sea Lord, Admiral Earl Beatty was admitted to the honorary freedom of the Borough of Rye in appreciation of his outstanding naval service during W.W.I. He succeeded Earl Jellicoe as First Sea Lord, and was the youngest British Admiral since Nelson.
Author: Frank Palmer
Frank Palmer contributed extensive illustrated local-history research about Rye and its people.
Victoria’s Medal
Rye Celebration Medals By Frank Palmer. The issue of official medals for Royal celebrations such as Coronations and Jubilees, were much more generous in the past and were pleasing moments for the recipients who, in many cases, had been involved in the event.
French Officers Escape Through Rye
By Frank Palmer. During the Napoleonic Wars many prisoners were taken on both sides. Those taken by the British were shipped back to Britain and held in prison hulks and prisons through out the land. Dartmoor Prison was built for this purpose.
The Lady Who Lived on the Hill
By Frank Palmer The name Lady Maud Warrender crops up in Rye history during the earlier part of the 20th. century, known for her fine contralto voice, and much in demand to sing at local concerts; as well as her connections with the good and the great throughout the land.
RYE TOKENS
By Frank Palmer The token pictured on this page is a 1652 issue by William Keye. It is about the size of a farthing and was produced at the Tower Mint,London. In the 1640s and 50s William Keye (or Key) was the owner and master of a ship the providence of Rye. He had been made … Continue reading RYE TOKENS