Incredibly, this photo was taken at Bothwell Bridge by early photographer John McGhie, in 1877. At a time when photography was still emerging as a new technology, the amazing detail available in this image is breathtaking. A real snapshot in time. The Blantyre riverbank of the Clyde is in the foreground where the figures are. […]
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Officer Gains Military Cross
Captain John McGhie of the R.A.M.C. was the brave Blantyre man who was awarded the Military Cross for an act of gallantry during WW1. He was recognised for his devotion to duty while serving with the forces in France by being given this medal. Captain McGhie was the son of Mr Henry McGhie formerly of […]