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SWMRbrother – by Ed Chatterton An ancient organisation which has been a home for army veterans since 1571 has welcomed its first female ‘brother’ in its 450 year history. The Lord Leycester, in Warwick, is considered one of the most significant medieval sites in Europe which has provided a home for former soldiers since the reign of Elizabeth I. The historic Grade I-listed timber-framed buildings have remained a community for an ancient organisation of veterans, known as ‘Brethren’, who live at the prestigious site. But now after 450 years and 400 male residents, the Lord Leycester has selected Janet Brodie-Murphy…