You may remember that John was researching his own family during lockdown. One of the most poignant stories to come to light is that of his Great Uncle Victor. I would like to think that his is an unusual story, but the truth is that many soldiers had similar experiences—it Read more…
Lance Corporal William Wucher of the 12th Battalion Middlex Regiment was laid to rest, alongside three comrades in Meaulte Military Cemetery, 106 years ago today. He had enlisted at the age of 20, on 2nd September 1914, just as the war started, and on 16th March 1915, while still under Read more…
Newfoundland Park in January is bright, clear and all but empty. Fine spiders’ webs linking the maples down the avenue, brush our faces as we walk through. By the side of the 51st Highland Division Memorial the same spiders have spun gossamer threads through the grass, just visible in the Read more…
George Stamp was born 1894 to John and Frances Stamp in Oldham. Five years later his sister, Ivy Mary was born. In around December 1915, George enlisted into the 89th Field Company, Royal Engineers and after training, he moved to France & Flanders. During March 1917 George’s unit was based Read more…