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First World War Family History and Research
Genealogist and historian Keith Gregson takes the reader on a whistle-stop tour of First World War family stories, from the heart-warming to the tear-jerking. The entries tell the story behind each discovery and then offer an insight into how the researcher found and followed up their leads. They reveal a range of chance encounters and detective qualities required of a family historian. Full of unexpected twists and turns, A Tommy in the Family will fascinate anyone with an interest in the First World War, and help them to find out more about their ancestors who participated in one of the most troubled conflicts in the history of mankind.
16th December, 2015 in Local & Family History
If you’re reading this then you’re probably already a history fan, and one of the best ways to engage with the subject is to investigate your family history. Despite what you might think, it’s not just about building a ‘tree’ full of names and dates. It’s really about uncovering…
16th December, 2015 in Local & Family History
Curiosity about one’s forebears is nothing new; in fact, the study of genealogy dates back centuries. In Britain, early genealogy was intricately bound up with the class system. Genealogists (who were generally antiquarians) grappled with the family trees of the nobility and gent…
15th December, 2015 in Military
The British Expeditionary Force that went to war in 1914 was arguably the best equipped and trained force in Europe. The khaki serge uniforms adopted in 1902 and worn by officers and men were the first real example of camouflaged combat clothing. Men wore a soft peaked cap with t…
