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Commemorative plaque 11810

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This blue commemorative plaque records: The Tyne Electrical Engineers. Formed in 1888 as Tyne Division Royal Engineers (Volunteers) Submarine Miners for the defence of the Tyne entrance. The unit was based on Clifford's Fort adjoining Fish Quay until 1928 before moving to this New Clifford's Fort drill hall. The "Tynes" survive still as 72 Engineer Regiment (Tyne Electrical Engineers) (V) at Gateshead. Recorded plaque organisation: North Tyneside Council.
The Tyne Electrical Engineers, originally formed in 1888 as a volunteer submarine mining unit for coastal defense, have evolved and persisted through various military reorganizations, maintaining their unique heritage and service to the region.

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