GC2Z23P Dolly Peel (Traditional Cache) in North East England, United Kingdom created by dark77

This cache has been archived.

Dalesman: This cache has been in need of care and maintenance for some time and as the owner has not repaired it I am archiving it.

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GC2Z23P ▼

A cache by dark77 Message this owner

Hidden : 6/27/2011

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Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

This is a magnetic cache. Easy access along the path.

Peel was a fishwife, but was also known as a smuggler and as a protector of local sailors from the press gang. During the Napoleonic wars her husband and son were press-ganged to serve in the Royal Navy, Dolly sneaked on board the ship and hid. After being discovered, she was given work as a nurse to sick and wounded sailors. Her work and dedication was respected, and she was allowed to stay on board with her family. She was rewarded by a pardon for her initial attempts to interfere with naval practice. Her husband and sons were released from the navy and were exempted from future press-ganging. The incident made her into a local heroine.

Back in South Shields, she worked as a hawker of allegedly contraband goods and became well known for her wit and colourful stories. She also published poetry, most notably verses praising the local liberal MP Robert Ingham, of whom she was a strong supporter, during the 1841 general election.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Gnxr n frng.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)