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  • In 1835 the Swansea Philosophical and Literary Society was formed by a group of local businessmen, industrialists and scientists, with the purpose of promoting interest in Literature, the Arts, Science and Local History. In 1838, it was granted a Royal Charter and its name was changed to The Royal Institution of South Wales. The Royal Institution commisioned the building of Swansea Museum as a showcase for its collections. The museum included a library, laboratory and lecture theatre. The early public lectures focused on scientific subjects, whilst the museum catered for a broader audience.
Passport belonging to G.G. Francis, founding father and President of Royal Institute of South Wales, 1841, cover [image 1 of 2]
  • A regimental drum of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers, dating from the late 19th century. The regiment has changed its name several times, reflecting the changing role of the regiment within the British Armed Forces. In 1877, the regiment accepted an offer to transfer into the Special Reserve section of the Royal Engineers, which gave it a far more active role in warfare. this drum has a wooden shell and hoops, with ropes for tightening the skin.
Regimental drum of the Royal Monmouthshire Regiment, dated to the period after its incorporation into the Royal Engineers in 1877
  • Regimental drum of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers, dating from the turn of the 20th century. This drum has a metal shell, with wooden hoops and metal tension rods for tightening the skin.
Regimental drum of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers, 1900s
  • A set comprising Bible, New Testament, and Book of Common Prayer, which belonged to a serviceman in the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers. A dedication inside the cover of the Book of Common Prayer reads: 'Loving Birthday Wishes from Vivien, 24th November 1942.'
Bible, New Testament and Book of Common Prayer, 1942
  • A group of items relating to Corporal George Dudley, of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers, who was killed during the Allied retreat to Dunquerque in May 1940. Included is a page from his diary, dated May 28th 1940, the last he wrote before his death. In a remarkably courageous and poignant entry, addressed to his wife Ivy, he relates the hopeless situation in which he and his comrades find themselves: the relentless rain, the constant barrage of fire, and his resolve to fight to the last and die 'with a brave heart'.
Group of items relating to Cpl. George Dudley of the Royal Engineers, 1940
  • The name plate from the silver chest of The Royal Monmouthshire Militia Mess, which would have been used to store the silver plate for the mess table.
Brass plate from the silver chest of The Royal Monmouthshire Militia Mess, 1812