International Christian charity that seeks to support families worldwide. Founded by Mary Sumner near Winchester, in the parish where her husband was rector. With the support of the Bishop of Winchester it rapidly spread throughout the UK and the British Empire. Formalised as a national organisation in 1896. Queen Victoria became its patron in 1897, her Diamond Jubilee year.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Mothers' Union
Commemorated ati
Mothers' Union - left
To the glory of God and in grateful remembrance of Mary Elizabeth Sumner who ...
Mothers' Union - right
Inaugurated 1915 Emily Wilberforce – Central President This building was er...
Other Subjects
Downham Health Leisure Centre
A community centre in the Borough of Lewisham, It contains a large swimming pool, gym, library and creche.
Overseas League
The Royal Over-Seas League was founded in 1910 by Sir Evelyn Wrench to foster international understanding and friendship.
Mog Murphy
Eccentric landlady of the Turk's Head Wapping during WW2 - stayed open all hours for service personnel seeking news of their loved ones.
Aspen Gardens
State of the art post-war housing estate opened by Aneurin Bevan. Movietone News covered the unveiling ceremony with Bevan's hair battling against the wind.
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