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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First World War Activity Session for families
An opportunity to learn about how the First World War affected Otley and the surrounding area of Nidderdale AONB.
Home Front Legacy 1914–18 Day School
The Council for British Archaeology is working with Historic England and partners across the UK to help local communities identify and map the remains of the First World War Home Front.
Film Screening: ‘Griet’
Part of The Healing Home Exhibition, Temple Newsam House The film ‘Griet’ followed by Q & A: 10 September, 2-4pm Join artist Griet Beyaert, Prof Alison Fell and curator Lucy Moore, screening ‘Griet’* by Marth Jurksaitis inspired by stories of Belgian refugees, followed by tea in the Dining Room. Booking Required £6.50 inc. admission. *Film…
Your Community in the First World War: A Road Show
Three free and open events with speakers, workshops, stalls and networking opportunities, in Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle.
Bring and Tell Event
‘Bring and tell’ if you have any stories, accounts, items or questions relating to the First World War, or simply a general interest.
Bring and Tell Event
‘Bring and tell’ if you have any stories, accounts, items or questions relating to the First World War, or simply a general interest.
Bring and Tell Event
‘Bring and tell’ if you have any stories, accounts, items or questions relating to the First World War, or simply a general interest.
Archaeology for families
Part of the Nidderdale AONB and the First World War Events programme 2015 Archaeology for families event, Sunday 26th July, 1pm – 4pm, Masham and Breary Banks. For further information and bookings, please contact FWW Project Officer. Cost: £5 per child, accompanying adults free. Booking essential. For further information, visit: http://www.nidderdaleaonb.org.uk/ or call 01423 712950
Talk: Tracing Wharfedale’s First World War Archaeology
Part of the Nidderdale AONB and the First World War Events programme 2015 Tracing Wharfedale’s First World War archaeology. Clarke-Foley Centre, Ilkley. 22nd July, 7:30pm. Booking or pay on the door. £5 per adult, under 16s free (includes refreshments). For further information, visit: http://www.nidderdaleaonb.org.uk/ or call 01423 712950
Life on the Home Front Weekend
Discover Doncaster in 1915