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Gateways to the First World War is a centre for public engagement with the Great War centenary, funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). Our aim is to encourage and support public interest in the centenary through a range of events and activities such as open days and study days, advice on access to materials and expertise, and signposting for other resources and forms of support.
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  1. Bridge Cottage Heritage Centre - WW1 & 2 Exhibition

    Event
    Organised by East Sussex County Council First World War Commemorations

    A community event exploring life for the people of Uckfield and district during World War 1&2. Come and see personal stories, artefacts & memorabilia on display, listen to guest speakers and book signings by local...

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  2. Revamping the Vamp: Mata Hari Myths and Realities

    Event
    Organised by National Army Museum

    Mata Hari, a Dutch hat-maker's daughter, was executed for espionage after a secret trial during the darkest days of the First World War. Dr Julie Wheelwright will unpick the myths surrounding her.

  3. How First World War Stretcher Bearers Changed Medicine Forever

    Event
    Organised by National Army Museum

    Dr Emily Mayhew will explore the creation of a specialist stretcher bearer corps on the Western Front, which transformed military medicine into the system that is still in use today.

  4. ‘Eve in Khaki’: Women and the British Army

    Event
    Organised by National Army Museum

    The relationship between women and the army has changed frequently over time.

  5. The Great Poppy War of 2016

    Blog Post
    A blogpost by Lucy Noakes

    On Tuesday 1 November Britain woke to the news that FIFA had ruled that three of the national football teams (England, Scotland and Wales), playing international matches in early November, would not be allowed to wear...

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    Photograph © Andrew Dunn, 19 September 2004
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