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Len Caine

Len Caine was for many years a pivotal figure in the Trade Union movement in Eastbourne. He served…

JACK JONES, THE EASTBOURNE CENTRE & THE MURAL

Jack Jones holds significant historical and cultural ties to Eastbourne, particularly through his…

Tribute to Mike Jones : Mural Artist

International Workers Mural Tribute to Mike Jones : Mick Jones was one of the Workers Cooperative…

Mary Ann Gilbert (1776-1845)

Mary Ann Gilbert was born into the wealthy and prominent Gilbert family in 1776. At the age of 6 she…

Paul Robeson (1898-1976)

Paul Robeson, the legendary black American socialist, singer and film star Paul Robeson performed in…

Friedrich Engels (1820-1895)

Who was Friedrich Engels? Among other things, Friedrich Engels was one of the most remarkable…

Eleanor Marx (1855-1898)

What is the connection between Eastbourne and Eleanor Marx (the youngest daughter of Karl Marx)?…

George Meek (1868-1921)

George Meek (1868–1921) was a real life, Eastbourne version of Frank Owen, the working-class hero of…
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