The presentation will be live and online.
The architecture and horticultural of the Imperial (now Commonwealth) War Graves Commission inspires awe and wonder at its beauty. In this talk by Prof Mark Connelly, the design details inherent in the ‘house style’ of the Commission are explored with particular reference to the signature facets of both the Principal and Assistant Architects, and the cultural inheritance they brought to their work for the Commission.
Members wishing to participate will need to register: details of how to register will be circulated via The Western Front Association's newsletter 'Trench Lines'. If you are not a subscriber to 'Trench Lines' please subscribe now.
To subscribe to Trench Lines, go to the home page of The Western Front Association web site and complete your details in the 'Newsletter sign up' box.
It is also possible to register by clicking this link: Exploring the Estate
The talk will be undertaken using the 'Zoom' software which is freely available. It may not be necessary to load the software to your PC / iPad etc: but we would recommend doing so if you wish to participate in this event.
Top image: Beaumont Hamel British Cemetery
Above: Templeux-le-Guerard Communal Cemetery Extension