During the 1939-45 War, Albert and Billy were engaged in delivering vital aircraft parts from our Coventry works to depots in Carlisle, Bristol, London, etc., under the auspices of the Ministry of Aircraft Production. Continue reading “Transport Dept. Stalwarts”
Forward Radiator – Part 2
You entered first into a reception area with chairs, tables and magazines. The office staff went through a door, on the left was kitchen where Jean Elliot made the tea, next to it was male/female toilets. Continue reading “Forward Radiator – Part 2”
John (Jimmy) Gunn
We regret to record the death of Mr John Gunn, of the Standard Motor Co. Ltd. Jimmy, as he was known to his many friends, served the company for 30 years. He joined the Lupus Street branch of the London Depot in 1925 and later went to Park Royal. Continue reading “John (Jimmy) Gunn”
Terry Elliott – Apprentice Metallurgist
Terry Elliott – Apprentice Metallurgist – Standard Motors – 1958-1963
I was fortunate enough to be an Apprentice Metallurgist with Standard Triumph, when I left Coventry Technical School/Woodlands in 1958. Continue reading “Terry Elliott – Apprentice Metallurgist”
E. Knight
The former Chief Inspector of the Machine Shop and Chassis Departments, Mr E. Knight (right), was presented with a wrist watch on behalf of the department by the oldest employee, Mr W. Bateman, at their annual dinner on Friday, 11th January. Continue reading “E. Knight”