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An Albanian volunteer in January 1916

Posted on January 8, 2014 by DH

Debate about how the UK should commemorate World War I has been hotting up in the UK in recent days. On one side are those who suggest it was a ‘just’ war with Britain occupying the moral high ground. On … Continue reading →

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Herts at War seeks lottery funding for Centenary commemoration

Posted on November 9, 2013 by DH

Centenary community project Herts at War is in the process of seeking funding from the UK’s National Lottery Heritage Fund. If successful, it hopes to set up an exhibition on Hertfordshire’s experience in World War I. This will open as … Continue reading →

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Plans for football games to mark Centenary of World War I

Posted on February 9, 2013 by DH

The UK press is today reporting plans for football matches to be played as part of the commemoration of the Centenary of World War I. Andrew Murrison, minister in charge of overseeing the commemorations, told the Guardian: ‘I think football has … Continue reading →

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