In 2009 Wellington College marks the 150th
anniversary of its foundation.
Wellington College: The First 150 Years is a truly worthy portrait of the life, traditions and experience of ‘‘College’’, capturing that essential and unique Wellingtonian spirit.
In a lively visual format, the first half of the book traces the fascinating story of the College’s Royal foundation for the ‘sons of heroes’, in memory of Britain’s great national heroic figure, Arthur, Duke of Wellington, and its rapid development into one of the greatest of English Victorian public schools, close to the centre of national life.
The book shows how, true to the founding ideals of the College, Wellingtonians of every generation over a century and a half have served their country with distinction, in the public service, the professions, commerce and the arts.The narrative and illustrations also reveal why, like all institutions, Wellington has continually had to adapt in response to changing circumstances, through the upheavals of the last century to today’s World.
The second half of the book describes the life and experience of Wellingtonians today, through all College activities, as well as a look into the future, while still maintaining its unique identity and ethos.
Subscribe now:
Take advantage of the special pre-publication discount price of £37.50 (incl. UK p&p) and ensure your name (or that of your nominees) is included in the book as an enduring record of your links to the school. Overseas delivery options also available. The RRP on publication will be £45.00.
Send in your contributions:
Do you have any special or significant memories or mementoes – photographs, diaries, programmes etc. which capture the enduring ‘Wellington spirit’?
If so, we’d be delighted to consider them for inclusion in the book. Please send material to (TMI not Wellington College):
The Editor, Patrick Mileham, c/o TMI, 2–5 Benjamin Street, London EC1M 5QL. Email: wellington@tmiltd.com
Please note: All material sent in will be acknowledged and returned after publication, unless otherwise specified. Contributions can, with the donor’s permission, be lodged with the College archives. The inclusion of submitted material is subject to space and editorial considerations.