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
Taunton's men in the Great War - Richard Salter
Taunton's Men in the Great War Richard Salter will look at the men of Taunton who returned from the war using a 1919 survey of the area. There may be hero's and villains, or those men who done their bit. WFA and non members alike are welcome to this fascinating talk, we ask for a modest £5 on the door to defray costs. This will include free t…
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Missing - Died - Survived. The Senior Brothers and the Great war
Missing - Died - Survived by Guy Senior This is the story of three brothers who served in the Great War. Joseph served alongside Norman Macmillan at 45 Squadron RFC, Walter fought at the battle of the Somme and George saw action at the second battle of Ypres. This illustrated talk features first hand accounts and previously unseen photographs. …
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North Somerset Yeomanry - Tim Bickerdike
North Somerset Yeomanry - Tim Bickerdike The North Somerset Yeomanry has a history dating back to 1798. It deployed to France in November 1914 as a replacement to the sorely tried BEF. Some come and find out what the regiment did during the Great War. Members of the WFA and non-members alike are equally welcome to listen to fascinating sub…
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