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Egypt Farm

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Egypt Farm

A woman and boy feeding hens at Egypt Farm, Tollcross, c 1950s.

Egypt Farm is said to have been given its name by a soldier who served in Egypt and named his farm after the country when he returned to Scotland. The surrounding area has been known as Egypt for generations.

Reference: 1405.89.334

Reproduced with the permission of Glasgow City Council, Glasgow Museums

Keywords:
boys, chickens, children, Egypt Farm, farming, farms, hens, women, yards



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