Monthly Archives: December 2013

Welsh Memorial Flanders seeks completion funds

Posted on December 6, 2013 by DH

The campaign to create a memorial to the Welsh soldiers who lost their lives in Flanders during World War I has raised more than £30,000, but requires a further £60,000 to complete its plans. The monument will comprise a cromlech, … Continue reading →

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Real life in the trenches of World War I

Posted on December 2, 2013 by DH

Lieutenant Hugh Butterworth, 9th Battalion, Rifle Brigade writes home on 10 June 1915. ‘Men look fearsome ruffians in the trenches. The water is bad for shaving, as if you cut yourself you may get a bit poisoned, so they mostly … Continue reading →

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World War I paintings at Historic Dockyard, Chatham

Posted on December 1, 2013 by DH

An exhibition of works by Sir John Lavery (1856 – 1941), held recently at the Historic Dockyard in Chatham, illustrated the variety of the artist’s work. The 31 paintings were mostly from the extensive collection of the Imperial War Museum. The … Continue reading →

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French President acknowledges World War I African troops

Posted on December 1, 2013 by DH

French President François Hollande has said France will not forget the African soldiers who died for it during World War I. The President says the Centenary of World War I in 2014 will offer the chance to remember their sacrifice. … Continue reading →

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