Caption: A rare revealing photograph
About the talk: This talk, based on extensive original research, examines the way 'queer men' -- as they then called themselves -- were treated during the Great War. It contrasts the 'hiding in plain sight' attitude of the pre-war years and the first part of the war with the much harsher approach taken in 1916, and suggests why this occurred, exploring the lives of some of the men involved.
About the speaker: I have a PhD in history from the University of London, and have regularly given talks to many organisations, including the Western Front Association and the Imperial War Museum. My area of research is the social and emotional impact of the war on servicemen and their families, as well as the lives of 'queer men' and conscientious objectors during the conflict.
This online talk: opens at 19:20 for a 19:30 start, ending at about 20:35. Participating is quick and easy. The only equipment you need is a computer, or a tablet, or a smart phone. Simply email outreach@wfa-nwkent.uk for your link and the passcode, which we'll send out on the morning of Sunday 11th May, two days hours before the talk starts. You'll also be automatically be added to the mailing list to keep you updated with future events. You can unsubscribe from this at any time.
