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Lewis was born in Purleigh but spent much of his time in Maldon. His uncle started Banyard's Taxi service. After school, Lewis worked at the Ironworks and then on the construction of Bradwell Power Station. He recalls that parts of Maldon had a radio relay service for those who could not afford their own radios. He remembers the gas works and another uncle who was responsible for the gas lighting in the High Street.

Banyard, Lewis

(Born 1939) Interviewed February 2019.

Lewis was born in Purleigh but spent much of his time in Maldon. His uncle started Banyard's Taxi service. After school, Lewis worked at the Ironworks and then on the construction of Bradwell Power Station. He recalls that parts of Maldon had a radio relay service for those who could not afford their own radios. He remembers the gas works and another uncle who was responsible for the gas lighting in the High Street.

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High Street, Businesses & Shops, Bradwell NPS

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