Summer term has seen the highly successful inaugural talk for the newly established Loreto College History Society. 

The Society, created by AS students Charlotte Gleeson (ex Priestnall High School), Rosa Duffy(ex Chorlton High School) and Adam Stachniewski (ex Cheadle Hulme High School), invited Professor Peter Gatrell from the University of Manchester as its first  guest. Professor Gatrell, whose daughter is a former Loreto student, gave an enthralling talk on the Battle of Gallipoli and its meaning.  

According to Rosa:

‘The talk gave us an opportunity to look at a section of history outside our A level course. Yet even though the subject was unfamiliar, Professor Gatrell’s friendly and engaging approach allowed everyone to get meaningful information and new concepts from the talk. The over packed classroom showed how interested and enthusiastic Loreto students are in widening their knowledge!’

We are grateful to Professor Gatrell for what was a fascinating talk on the cultural impact of such an important battle. We hope it will be the first of many talks and activities. The History Society is looking forward to continuing to offer opportunities to history students and the wider college community, to increase their knowledge and understanding of the past.