What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: This plaque commemorates the Braunston years 1946-1951 of George Smith 1915-2012 & Sonia Rolt OBE 1919-2014. As husband and wife they worked as boatmen for canal carriers Samuel Barlow Coal Co Ltd based at this yard. Their boats were mainly the motor CAIRO and butty WARWICK on which they also campaigned for the Inland Waterways Association in its formative years. Recorded plaque organisation: Braunston Marina.
George Smith and Sonia Rolt worked as boatmen on the canals for Samuel Barlow Coal Co Ltd, campaigning for the Inland Waterways Association during their time in Braunston from 1946-1951. Their efforts contributed to the preservation and promotion of Britain's inland waterways heritage.
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