Welcome to the Somerset Branch of The Western Front Association.

Meetings are held at 7.00pm at The Village Hall, Fore Street, Othery, Somerset, TA7 0QU. 

 

Upcoming Branch Events

The Lewis Gun - Darren Berry
12 Feb

The Lewis Gun - Darren Berry

Othery Village Hall, Fore Street, Othery A7 0QU
12 Feb 2025 19:30

The Lewis Gun - Darren Berry The Somerset Tommy   This month we welcome the return of Darren Berry, The Somerset Tommy in his full uniform and with his Lewis Gun for a hands on experience of the weapon. The talk will explain how the weapon was used in action and how it changed infantry tactics.   WFA and non members alike are equally welcome to...

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Jutland the Great Naval Battle - Brigadier Mike Shaw
12 Mar

Jutland the Great Naval Battle - Brigadier Mike Shaw

Othery Village Hall , Fore St , Othery TA7 0QU
12 Mar 2025 12:00

Battle of Jutland  Brigadier Mike Shaw   A welcome return of  Mike Shaw and his description of the largest sea battle that occurred during the Great War. The controversary of who actually won the battle still occurs to this day.   WFA and non members alike are equally welcome to come and find the answer to this question.  We ask for a modest £5...

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Escapers All - Richard Lloyd
09 Apr

Escapers All - Richard Lloyd

Othery Village Hall , Fore St , Othery TA7 0QU
09 Apr 2025 19:30

Escapers All - Richard Lloyd   We have all no doubt heard of the Great Escape and possibly the Wooden Horse both from WW2 but have you heard of any tales of escape from German prison of war camps in the Great War. If you haven't, then here is the talk to rectify that knowledge.   WFA and non members alike are equally welcome, we ask a modest £5...

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