During the Second World War Francis laboured on his long poem covering the spread of English history from prehistoric times. Entitled The Island , it was published in 1944. Following a breakdown in his health Francis and Jessica moved to South Africa where he died in 1954. His ashes were brought back to this country and interred in Worcester Cathedral. Various annual events are held including readings, an outing and a dinner, and members also receive two Journals each year.
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