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How the Brothers Lived in the Early 20th Century

5th May 2015

How the Brothers Lived in the Early 20th Century

The Brothers of today live very different lives from their counterparts of the early 20th century. Over a hundred years ago, conditions at the Charterhouse were austere, and Chapel attendance was compulsory. Brothers were expected to wear long Jocobean capes with deep collars, and at mealtimes, fighting... continue

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