1942: The banner was unveiled and served the Lodge until the closure of Ramshaw Collieries in 1959.  The banner carried a stirring message, “Emancipation of Labour: Workers of all lands unite, you have nothing to lose but your chains.  You have a world to win.” and the reverse side features a painting of Durham Cathedral.  The Lodge’s last president was the late Joseph Stubbs.

Below: 18 July 1953 Ramshaw DMA Banner at the Racecourse Durham on Gala Day

Below: The new NUM Banner – probably, the Durham Miners’ Association title was painted over with National Union of Mineworkers.

1963 March: The Ramshaw Lodge closed.

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