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Archeology project explores Yorkshire First World War trenches

Posted on June 17, 2014 by DH

A community archaeology project supported by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) is looking to uncover a forgotten aspect of the First World War. Members of the local community are being invited to help shed some light on three … Continue reading →

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First World War memorial rededicated in Gateshead

Posted on May 13, 2014 by DH

A two-tonne marble memorial has been rededicated in Gateshead as part of commemorations of the Centenary of the First World War. The memorial has been rededicated in a prime position overlooking the Tyne in the grounds of St Mary’s Heritage … Continue reading →

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RBL poppy planting campaign saved after HLF snub

Posted on September 11, 2013 by DH

A Royal British Legion project to plant poppies across the UK has been saved, despite its being turned down for Heritage Lottery Funding. The project had applied for £92,000, but this was rejected by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) because … Continue reading →

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Eyam Museum, Derbyshire, to stage World War I exhibition

Posted on March 13, 2013 by DH

Eyam Museum in Derbyshire intends to put on a World War I exhibition thanks to a £21,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. News website ThisisDerbyshire.co.uk reports the exhibition will open in March 2014. As well as the centenary of … Continue reading →

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