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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Surprise discovery of practice trenches at Ampthill recalls a Bedfordshire training camp
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.
Exploring the estate: meanings of the architecture and horticulture of the IWGC
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Born in Slinfold on 31 July 1888, Harold was the third son (of four) of parents William, Headmaster of Slinfold Church of England School, Essex and Kezia Harriet (née Evans, an assistant certified school teacher) and living at Park Street Cottages, Slinfold, near Horsham, Sussex.
Read more about Harold Masters BrownUpcoming events
Rededication of the Francis Dodgson Memorial
The service at Contalmaison church begins at 5.45pm, followed by a procession to the restored memorial.
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August 1914 – A Supply Column and the Total Chaos of Mobilisation
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The Western Front Way - Stephen Drinkwater and members of the Rivington Cyclists Team
Epic 634 mile cycle ride along the Western Front Way
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Graham Baron Ash - Red Cross Chauffeur, RFC Pilot and Balloonatic
Tale of a warwickshire born lad and his life in the sky
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The Easter Rising: A Distraction from the Western Front
The 1916 Easter Rising was intended to exploit British distraction, but did it significantly divert Western Front military resources.
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Branch AGM followed by "The Great War Memorials of Lincolnshire"
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The Austro-Hungarian Front 1914-1918
Poor leadership resulting in high number of casualties
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