Autobiography of Andrew Elvins. There are three sections in this document:
- Autobio dictated by Mr. Elvins to L.H. Graham in 1904.
- Autobio dictated by Mr. Elvins to C.A. Chant in 1913 (transcription of #3).
- Original Shorthand version of #2.
The text of these autobiographies appear on the two pages following this one.
Since early in the last century the RASC’s “Royal” Charter has figured large in the consciousness of many members. The fact that we are in the select company of institutions enjoying the privilege of using the adjective Royal has been and continues to be a source of pride. No one, however, can recall ever having seen our "Royal" charter, and to find out why, read below...
