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	A History of Greatham by Peter Gripton ISBN: 978-0955675317 The present-day Parish of Greatham lies in the county of Hampshire, on either side of the old Farnham (Surrey) to Petersfield Turnpike. The ‘Domesday Book’ of 1086 recorded Greatham as being ‘Terra Regis’, a Latin term meaning ‘Land of the King’, indicating that this was once a Royal manor belonging to William the Conqueror himself. In later years, the manor passed through many families by marriage and by purchase, including the Devenish, Marshall, Norton, Freeland, Love, Chawner and Coryton families. The name of the village has changed many times, however slightly, over the years. Greteham, Grietham, Gretham, Grutham, Gratham all derived from two separate words, the ‘Old-English’ (Anglo-Saxon) ‘ham’, meaning ‘village, estate, manor or homestead’ and an old Scandinavian word ‘griot’ or ‘gryt’, meaning ‘stones or stony ground’. Thus the name ‘Greotham’ came into being, literally a ‘stony estate’ or ‘farm on gravel’.
	Greatham Memories by Peter Gripton ISBN: 978-0955675348 This is a sequel to Peter Griptons original ‘A History of Greatham’ published in late 2003. Since then many people far and wide have sent Peter further contributions, ones that they said they were quite happy to share with local inhabitants. The articles and stories in’ Greatham Memories cannot in any way be described as ‘A History of Greatham Part 2’, but the author hopes that readers will enjoy them just the same.
	The Forgotten Punch - Korea 1950-53 Recounting REME Involvement by John Dutton ISBN: 978-0955675300 The story of the War in Korea and of the part played by the REME from 1950 to 1953 as told by various individuals of that Corps, makes fascinating reading. The support and devotion to their colleagues is most apparent, but typical of the British soldier, these experiences are balanced with a sense of sympathy for the unfortunate Korean civilian population caught up in the conflict, and it wouldn't be a true story of the British soldier without its sprinkling of 'squaddie' humour.
	The Arborfield Apprentice by Peter Gripton ISBN: 0954514203 This book is an illustrated history of the Arborfield Army Apprentices' School and Colleges. Containing over 500 pages with more than 200 photographs and illustrations it embraces the complete history of Army Apprentice training at Arborfield from 1939 to 2004. As well as being a 'must read' for all who served at Arborfield it is also the most important and authoritive historical work for all those interested in junior soldier tradesman training in the British Army.
	Tales from the Travelling Kop by WBR Being released to coincide with the official start of Liverpool's coronation as European Capital of Culture, Tales From The Travelling Kop is a compilation of supporters' experiences at Liverpool away games over the past four decades. It has been compiled by the writers from fans' website Walton Breck Road with contributions from some of the club's supporters. Featuring six European Cup finals, three FA Cup finals, one UEFA Cup final, one League Cup, two league title clinchers, and several other stories about some of the most memorable games from Liverpool's illustrious history including the 1st Division decider against Wolves at Molyineux in 1976, the club's first European Cup triumph in 1977 and many more.
	Dead Right - The Lincoln County War by C R Caldwell "Dead Right" is an indispensable reference on the Lincoln County War,thoroughly researched and brought together by Cliff Caldwell." says noted author and historian Marcelle Brothers. It's a concise, and factual interpretation of the people, places and events of the Lincoln County War. This book focuses on the events that led up to the inevitable conflict, some of the characters, and much of what factual information gathered through research, interviews, and from published and unpublished material. It contains a chronology of events, a listing of all the major Regulators, of Dolan’s Men, and of the Lawmen. It lists the highlights of what is known about each of them. The chronology of crucial events contained in the book can be used as a guide and point of reference. According to the noted Historian and Author Drew Gomber - "Cliff Caldwell's work on the Lincoln County War if fun to read and informative, especially for anyone breaking into the field. I heartily recommend it.".