The Watson-Watt Society of Brechin
The Watson-Watt Society of Brechin
The Watson-Watt Society of Brechin aims to encourage the public to have a better understanding of the pioneering work of Sir Robert Watson-Watt, who was born in Brechin in 1892 and educated at Damacre Primary School and Brechin High School. The team of physicists he led played a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom during World War II.
The Society intends to create a permanent memorial in Brechin to this man and his achievements. Artists and craftsmen will be invited to submit designs and tender for the work.
Everyone hopes that science and aviation enthusiasts will visit this ancient and interesting city to view the memorial, which will be raised by public subscription and is planned to be unveiled in 2009.
It is also intended to produce an interactive digital exhibit for use in the Town House Museum, and to provided an annual science prize for Brechin High School senior pupils.
Wednesday 5th December 2007
The model of a suggested design illustrated below is on display in Brechin library.
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A close up of the proposed model wth some of the committee in the Brechin Library.
Thursday 18th October 2007
A few members were invited by Dr Steve Parkes to visit the physics Dept. at Dundee University. They were shown the outstanding work being carried out there on space technology.
He has managed to save some early valves and a cathode ray tube, which he has offered us for a future display.
Saturday 21st April 2007
Progress is being made in our efforts to erect the memorial.
A Leaflet was launched by Andrea Brymer, a Brechin lass who is now a presenter for Scottish Television.
The occasion was the annual Civic Trust Cheese and Wine Party, and was held in the Mechanics Hall.
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Some of the committee with Miss Brymer at the launch on the 21st of April.