Events
‘Goodbye to All That? Legacies of the First World War’ Exhibition
What happened after the guns fell silent on the Western Front? One hundred years after the Armistice on 11 November 1918, this exhibition explores the legacies of the First World War.
British Widows of the First World War
Author Andrea Hetherington will speak about her latest book, British Widows of the First World War – the Forgotten Legion. This is the first major account of the experience of women who had to cope with the death of their husbands during the conflict and then rebuild their lives. There will also be the opportunity to browse the WWI collections from Central Library before the talk begins at 5.30pm.
Secrets and Innovations in First World War telecommunications
Communications were as vital as armaments in the course of the Great War. Telegraph, telephone and radio were used intensively on all sides by both military and civilian personnel. This talk by Professor Graeme Gooday (University of Leeds) explores how exciting innovations were developed while new opportunities for intercepting enemy communications became possible, as scope for both winning and losing battles depended on the security of telecommunications and the skills of the men and women involved.
From Front Line to Convalescent Hospital: The World of the Royal Army Medical Corps during the First World War
In this talk Dr Jessica Meyer (University of Leeds) traces the journey that wounded British soldiers went on from the front line, through a variety of sites of medical care-giving, to recovery in convalescent hospitals on the home front. She looks at the different types of care-givers, both men and women, they encountered along the way, as well as significant medical technologies that helped to save lives throughout the war.
The Impact of the First World War on Women’s Lives
Many of women’s roles in the First World War – as nurses, munitions workers or members of the newly formed auxiliary services of the armed forces – are well-known. But what impact did this work have on women’s lives? How did they remember the war? This talk by Professor Alison Fell (University of Leeds) will look at a range of examples of women from different backgrounds to consider the impact of war service on women’s lives in the 1920s and 1930s.
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Professor John Taylor: ‘Meeting the financial challenge: funding British higher education in the First World War and the long-term consequences’
As part of the Legacies of War series, Professor John Taylor from the University of Liverpool will give a seminar on, ‘Meeting the financial challenge: funding British higher education in the First World War and the long-term consequences’ Michael Sadler Building, Room 3.11. 5:00pm for a 5:15pm start. All welcome!
Legacies of War: Popular Music of the First World War
Date: November 11th, 2015 | Time: 19:30 — 21:30
Clothworkers Consort of Leeds directed by Bryan White, and a talk by historian Dr Emma Hanna.
Edith Cavell in the Cinema: Talks and Screening of DAWN (UK 1928)
Rare opportunity to see remarkable silent film about Edith Cavell, the British nurse who was executed 100 years ago in German-occupied Brussels for aiding the escape of Allied soldiers during WWI. With talks and live music; free at Hyde Park Picture House, Leeds.
Professor Frank Finlay and ‘The Enemy Within: German Academics in Britain during the First World War’
As part of the Legacies of War series, Professor Frank Finlay from the University of Leeds will give a seminar on ‘The Enemy Within: German Academics in Britain during the First World War’ on Thursday 22nd October, Michael Sadler Building, Room 3.11 5:15pm start. All welcome!
First World War Family History Research Training Workshop
Do you have an ancestor that was affected by the First World War? Come along to this free research workshop to find out how you can uncover more information.
Women, Gender and the First World War: Home Fronts and War Fronts
WOMEN, GENDER AND THE FIRST WORLD WAR: HOME FRONTS AND WAR FRONTS One day Conference, University of Portsmouth, Saturday 10th October 2015 Venue: Park Building, 5 minute walk from Portsmouth & Southsea station The Conference organisers welcome proposals for papers on any aspect of the First World War relating to women and gender. Possible topics may…
Walk: First World War Archaeology in Colsterdale
Part of the Nidderdale AONB and the First World War Events programme 2015 26th Sept: First World War archaeology walk in Colsterdale. Approx. 5km easy walk on quiet roads and public rights of way. Occasionally steep and uneven underfoot. Appropriate footwear required. Tickets £6 per person, includes return bus travel from Pateley Bridge. Part of the Pateley…
Talk: Frontline Medicine
Part of The Healing Home Exhibition, Temple Newsam House 24 September 2-4pm Join Dr Emily Mayhew, Imperial College London, to reveal the role of the stretcher bearer during the First World War. Required £6.50 inc. admission. For further information: 0113 336 7460 www.leeds.gov.uk/templenewsam temple.newsam.house@leeds.gov.uk
Talk and Tour: Traces of the Leeds Pals in Leeds Minster
Part of the Nidderdale AONB and the First World War Events programme 2015 19th September, 2pm – 3pm Talk and tour: Traces of the Leeds Pals in Leeds Minster with Ann Clark. Venue: Leeds Minster Refreshments will be provided. £3 per ticket. Booking advisable but tickets will be available on the door. For further information, visit: http://www.nidderdaleaonb.org.uk/ or…
The Gledhow Scrapbook
Part of The Healing Home Exhibition, Temple Newsam House 17 September 2-4pm Join librarian Rose Gibson to explore the stories within the scrapbook of the matron of Gledhow Hall, followed by tea in the Dining Room. Booking Required £6.50 inc. admission. For further information: 0113 336 7460 www.leeds.gov.uk/templenewsam temple.newsam.house@leeds.gov.uk