The Continental Commitment 1901-1916: Why did Britain decide to fight Germany on land in France?

The presentation examines Britain’s strategy change from the use of Naval power to the sending of a highly professional expeditionary force to fight alongside the French.

Ross is an experienced speaker with a BA in History from Hull and an MA in First World War Studies from Birmingham, he specialises in entertaining and animated talks focused mainly on battles and strategy. 

Members and non-members of The Western Front Association are equally welcome. Any new visitors are guaranteed a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome from a group of like-minded enthusiasts.

Doors open at Cobham at 7:15pm and the meeting starts at 7:45pm. We ask for a modest £5 donation on the door, and this includes tea, coffee and biscuits at the break, plus free tickets for the book raffle. Attendees can use our cashless card system and use their credit card/phone with the reader that will be available at the signing-in desk.

To help make things easier and safer, we are asking those coming to Cobham to bring their own mug for coffee or tea.