For a young Dragon, the prospect of their legacy is probably one of the last things on their minds.
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From The Archives: A Dragon Century
In 1977, we celebrated a century of the Dragon. Gay Sturt, Dragon Archivist, looks back to the School’s celebrations and shares photos of the events that took place in recognition of such an important date in the Dragon’s history.
Behind the Mask
Sam ‘David Watson’ Petty (OD 2002) writes about the experiences that have led him to where he is today, and why he began running his own business, David Watson.
What does it mean?
We’ve been asking various members of the Dragon community the same question …
Mr Kato Retires
Many ODs will remember their Keio YochishaExchange, and Mr. Kato, organiser of the programme since its launch in 1995. This year, Mr Kato, announced his retirement.
Skipper’s War | A Review
‘The Skipper’s War’ by Desmond Devitt tells the story of the emergence of the Dragon under a charismatic headmaster and a remarkable generation that experienced the First World War. The preface is specially written by Rory Stewart, telling the story behind the ‘Skipper’s War’ blog of the special relationship between the Skipper and the war generation of Dragons (1877-1920).
Culinary Dragons
James Blackwell (Head Chef of Holroyd Howe) shares his recipe for Dragon QUEST éclairs.
Geldingadalsgos
The recent eruption in southwest Iceland has spawned a new 36-letter word that is surely is designed to flummox all of us all: Brennisteinsmengunardreifingarspáin.
A Walk Down Dragon Lane Form
Every term, we take a (virtual) stroll down Dragon Lane with a Dragon Dynasty. We ask each generation of Dragon the questions below and share their different memories of their time at the School within Community News.
Dragons, Apes and Lost Connections
We realised how serious things were when they suddenly stopped the ferry to Grenada. One of the nurses came flying into the room shouting for everyone to help her pack. It was only after she had left I realised I was stuck.
WWI Medals for Old Dragon
Captain Frank Benham, Royal Field Artillery born in Stafford in 1886 was educated at Oxford Preparatory School and the Dragon School, Oxford from 1898 to 1900.
Inky & Guv
Bursaries and Hardship Fund
Bursaries and Hardship Funding working in tandem for the benefit of Dragon School R Keith Ingram (Inky) and Michael Gover (Guv) are names synonymous with the Dragon, fondly remembered for over thirty years since their retirement in 1989. Inky became the Dragon’s...
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