Caption: 'The White Comrade' by George Hillyard Swinstead c. 1915.
This is one of many Great War paintings to focus on divine intervention.
About this talk: This talk focuses an important but under-researched and under-discussed aspect of warfare - the role of superstition and religion. It examines how they not only enabled soldiers to have a sense of control over their destinies but also helped to mitigate stress.
About the speaker: Peter is a Clinical Psychologist, with an MA (2006) in First World War Studies at Birmingham University, and a PhD (2013) in Infantry Battalion Commanders.
Where we meet: We meet at the Royal British Legion Club, Queensway, Petts Wood, Orpington, Kent BR5 1DH. Meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month (Jan-May and Sep-Nov). They start at 19:30, with the doors (and the bar) opening at 18:30. We do not charge entrance fees but do welcome donations of £5 or more towards our costs.
Getting there: The club is next to Morrison's supermarket and Petts Wood railway station. Parking at the rear of the club is free but you need to type your car registration into the machine (on the left as you enter the club). Failure to enter your registration can lead to a £50 fine. There's easy free parking in adjacent side streets.
