The Tank Museum displays its replica Mark IV tank at the Somme Centenary Commemorations in France
On 1 July numerous commemorative events will be taking place across Europe to mark the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. On the…
Ivybridge Man Makes Great Walk to Reflect on the Great War
Outfitted with hobnail boots, a canvas pack and WWI uniform, thirty-three year old Stephen Fletcher sets out on a walk he will always remember, and…
Lights Out as Britain Commemorates WWI
The centenary of the First World War is underway, and Britain recently underwent the Lights Out Initiative, in which citizens and officials spent a bit…
Princess Anne Takes Part in D-Day Anniversary
As the 70th anniversary of D-Day nears, Princess Anne is due in Portsmouth for the commemorations there. Numerous surviving soldiers as well as other current…
Commemorating Gliders Past and Present
Soldiers from the past and present gather together in Essex to commemorate the anniversary of the largest airborne operation during the Second World War. Operation…
Runners Pay Tribute to Veteran Mid-Race
Runners in San Jose, California participated in an annual race that benefits military veterans were already working for the cause and giving back to their…
Family Stories Attached At Shepway War Memorial To Mark WWI Centenary
They spent hundreds of pounds and a huge amount of time, trying to put together the stories of over 1,500 people whose names appear on…
War Graves Commission Face Major WWI Challenge
For the 1914-18 Project, the commission is organizing and getting everything ready for four years of events, memorial commemoration, wreath laying ceremonies and tours, to…
Big Lottery Fund Helps Veterans be able to Commemorate D-Day
The York Press reported on December 23rd, 2013 that Normandy veterans from York have been blessed with a large lottery grant. The veterans plan on…