TrenchMapper™
Study thousands of trench maps from the First World War. These maps are accurately geolocated onto modern mapping and it is possible to search for specific WW1 trench names. To benefit from the full capabilities of this, WFA members can go to the members' area to see the best detail.
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Pension Records
The Western Front Association's Pension Records page offers access to over six million digitised records from World War I, providing detailed information on soldiers who served, including service details, medical assessments, and family information.
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Searchable Magazine Archive
With thousands of articles across hundreds of magazines it has previously been impossible to locate keywords or phrases. Using this portal, members can search for anything from ‘Abacus’ to ‘Zulu’.
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First World War burials and rededication ceremonies in September and October 2026
Read moreBecoming a member of The Western Front Association offers a wealth of resources and opportunities for those passionate about the history of the First World War. Here's an overview of some of the numerous benefits:
Receive four issues annually of this prestigious journal, featuring deeply researched articles, book reviews and historical analysis.
Read post-WW1 era magazines, such as 'Twenty Years After', 'WW1 A Pictured History' and 'I Was There!' plus others.
With around 50 branches, there may be one near you. The branch meetings are open to all.
The WFA's YouTube channel features hundreds of videos of lectures given by experts on particular aspects of WW1.
Featured on the WFA's YouTube channel are modern day re-interpretations of the inter-war magazine 'I Was There!' which recount the memories of soldiers who 'were there'.
The WFA regularly makes available webinars which can be viewed 'live' from home. These feature expert speakers talking about a particular aspect of the Great War.
John Ashworth was born in Burnley in 1898, the son of Joseph and Margaret Ashworth.
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Medals awarded for Service on the Western Front
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Le Cateau - A Reappraisal
A fresh review of the Battle of 26th August 1914 which slowed the German march towards Paris.
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Devilry Thy Name is Germany: The Origins of Gas Warfare
The talk is a layman’s guide to the origins and deployment of battle gas in the Great War.
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The First Battle of Mons - A Video Presentation
Britain's first clash with the German Army
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The Royal Flying Corps in the desert
Many believe aircraft were developed solely as weapon of war on the Western Front, which is not the case
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