Jun 21, 2021
Respite from the horrors of the battlefield was an integral part of life for the Australian Imperial Force. Life behind the lines was essential for the sanity and morale of the troops however, it did not guarantee the troops safety. While some used their time for sightseeing and entertainment, others sought quiet...
True Blue History - Richard Van Emden: Britain's Last Tommies
Jun 7, 2021
British author and television documentary producer, Richard van Emden, interviewed over 270 Great War veterans over a period of twenty years. Richard’s book, Britain’s Last Tommies, records the men’s stories and memories about what they endured. Richard shares the challenges of undertaking an oral history project...