This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2nd December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2nd December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
The roll of honour in St Thomas' church is placed on a prayer desk in the north aisle of the church.
Information provided by the Isle of Man Government Preservation of War Memorials Committee. Image courtesy of Chris Blyth, Isle of Man Photographic Society.
The Isle of Man Purchase Act (5 Geo. III, c. 26) received Royal Assent. Parliament purchased the Duke of Atholl's sovereignty and revenue rights for £70,000. The Act was titled 'for the more effectual preventing of the mischiefs arising to the Revenue and Commerce of Great Britain and Ireland, from the illicit and clandestine Trade to and from the Isle of Man.' Parliament bought a feudal title. It did not acquire the Manx nation. It did not assume the duty of governance.
The Isle of Man Purchase Act 1765 (5 Geo III c.26), commonly known as the Revestment Act, transferred the sovereignty of the Isle of Man from the Duke of Atholl to the British Crown for the sum of seventy thousand pounds. Passed in fifteen sitting days with minimal parliamentary scrutiny, it was intended to suppress the Island's smuggling trade. Its consequences for the Manx people were devastating and long-lasting.
Modern narrow-gauge railway.
The Isle of Man Railway Company completed its first line between Douglas and Peel in 1873.
The 3-foot narrow-gauge system was extended by the completion of a second line between the main station at Douglas and Port Erin in the south-west of the island in 1874. Separately, the Manx Northern Railway constructed a line from St John's (on the route between Douglas and Peel) in 1879 and from 1886 operated another short line between St John's and Foxdale, exploiting the mining traffic arising from the latter. The railway companies amalgamated in 1904.
The Peel line closed to passenger services in 1968, and to goods traffic the following year, and was dismantled in the 1970s.
The grid reference relates to a short length of restored track next to the water tower, south of which the line extended up the valley and then towards St John's.
The railway terminus at Peel is now built over, though the station building and goods shed both survive and are repurposed as part of the House of Manannan heritage centre.
A record for the Isle of Man Railway which was a 3-foot gauge line which operated from 1873 onwards between Douglas and Peel. The Isle of Man Railway continued in operation until closure in 1968.
The Isle of Man Railway was opened in 1873 and linked Douglas and Peel. This line was closed in 1968 and later dismantled. A 3 foot gauge line was built between Douglas and Port Erin in 1874, which continues to operate for passengers.
A financial abstract presenting annual revenue figures for the Isle of Man across a ten-year period (1754-1763), with totals calculated in Manks currency and converted to British money. The document shows various revenue categories organized in columns with amounts in pounds, shillings, and pence.
A financial abstract showing the revenue charges and discharges for the Isle of Man for the year 1757, including land revenue, casualties, impropriations, abbey revenue, and steward accounts. The document concludes with an audit certification dated July 21, 1758, signed by three auditors confirming the accounts have been examined and passed.
A financial account for the Isle of Man covering the year 1758, detailing charges and discharges of revenue from land, casualties, impropriations, and abbey revenues. The document records receipts, disbursements, and balances, with a final balance due to the Comptroller of £5,277.17.6. It was audited and passed by Basil Cochrane and John Quayle on 23 July 1759.
A financial table recording annual revenue data for the Isle of Man spanning from 1736 to 1756. The document presents multiple columns of numerical values in pounds, shillings, and pence, likely representing different categories of revenue or taxation. Several entries contain uncertain or partially legible readings indicated by question marks.
A revenue abstract document detailing the financial accounts and charges for the Isle of Man spanning the period from 1742 to 1750 inclusive. This document appears to be an official administrative record of governmental revenues and expenditures for the island during this eight-year period.
The memorial consists of a window and a plaque. No names listed; Second World War. Isle of Man Steam Packet house flag on the top centre of the wooden plaque.
The memorial was sponsored by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Co. Ltd. The monument was originally situated in St Barnabas' Church, Douglas until November 1969, when it was relocated to the Steam Packet Headquarters, due to St Barnabas' Church being demolished. Following the re-siting of the window, the varnished wooden plaque measuring 2.75" x 31.5" was situated immediately below the window.
Information provided by the Isle of Man Government Preservation of War Memorials Committee. Image courtesy of Chris Blyth, Isle of Man Photographic Society.
The Isle of Man extended the franchise to women householders in 1881, making it one of the first jurisdictions in the world to grant women the right to vote in a national parliament. This measure, enacted by Tynwald, preceded women's suffrage in Britain by nearly four decades.
An extract from a medieval Issue Roll (Royal Exchequer record) documenting a payment of £66 13s. 4d. to the Bishop of Man in 1393, issued via the Bishop of Salisbury and Treasurer of England. The payment compensated the Bishop for charges and labour in prosecuting affairs for the Crown in the Islands. This is a primary administrative/revenue document from the Manx Society's published collection of medieval Manx records.
A medieval Issue Roll entry (A.D. 1393, 16 Ric. II) recording a payment of £66 13s. 4d. to the Bishop of Man from royal funds, in discharge of 100 marks commanded by the King for charges and labour in prosecuting affairs for the Crown in the Islands. This document provides early evidence of Crown financial administration of the Isle of Man and episcopal roles in royal service.
An extract from the 1399 English Exchequer Issue Roll recording a payment to William le Scroop, Earl of Wiltshire, for expenses incurred in securing and maintaining Thomas, late Earl of Warwick, on the Isle of Man following parliamentary judgment in 1398. The document demonstrates early evidence of the Isle of Man as a place of royal custody and exile, and the financial mechanisms of English royal administration.
An extract from the 1399 Issue Roll (22 Ric. II) recording a payment of £1074 14s. 5d. to William le Scroop, Earl of Wiltshire (Treasurer of England) for expenses related to the custody and support of Thomas, late Earl of Warwick, on the Isle of Man following his condemnation in Parliament (21st year). This document evidences early English Crown involvement in Isle of Man administration and the island's use as a place of exile/imprisonment.
A slab incised with a hexafoil cross within a circle and two linear crosses with a Hiberno-Saxon inscription. It was found at the church in 1900 and is kept in Maughold Cross House (Manx Cross No. 47). The slab measures 57 centimetres high x 21.5 centimetres maximum width by 5 centimetres thick.
This broken slab was found during repairs to the church in 1900. It bears a runic inscription translated as, 'Juan Priest cut these runes'. This is followed by a line giving the runic alphabet, and a third line giving the first part of the ogham alphabet, the rest apparently lost.
