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From Gaza to Jerusalem

The 1917 campaign for Southern Palestine 

Sudan campaign 1882-1898 linking to future Great War Generals

What were the early experiences of some of the Great War Generals such as Haig?  

The Wood Brothers of Stacksteads

Researching the Great War History of 5 Brothers with the help of photographs 

Ten Decisions That Settled the Campaign to the Marne 1914

What turned the tide in 1914? 

Be Careful of a Court Martial

The fascinating diary of Lancashire teacher and officer, Norman Holden 

Most of the Work, Most of the Blame, None of the Credit – Platoon commanders in the Great War

Looking at the contributions of Subalterns in the Great War.  

In the care of St Dunstans: Private Richard Horner's story

Blind Veterans 

On to Aleppo

what happened in 1918 in Palestine, Trans Jordan and Syria? 

Lest We Forget: Commemoration & care of WW1 dead buried in the UK

An overview of the commemoration and care experienced by First World War dead buried in the United Kingdom. 

German Warbirds

Find out about the German air force, from those who were there 

I’m Out! Escape from German POW Camps, 1914-18

I’m Out! Escape from German POW Camps, 1914-18 

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Battle of Jutland: a view from the 32nd Division

Battle of Jutland: a view from the 32nd Division 

The War of the Flowers

Join us to find out how and why the poppy and the cornflower became symbols of remembrance and those who made it part of our national symbol.  

An Infantry Man's kit

Have you ever wondered what your relative carried / used in the War . Here is your chance to find out.