What impact did the Great War have on Nottinghamshire and its people?

This fascinating course explores how the First World War affected individuals, families and communities across both Nottinghamshire and the city of Nottingham. Using letters, diaries, official records, battlefield maps and other contemporary sources, we will uncover the personal stories behind a conflict that changed lives forever.

We will examine how local men and women experienced the war, both on the front line and at home, and consider the lasting impact of a conflict that touched almost every family and community.

Participants are encouraged to bring along any family records, photographs, letters or other memorabilia they may have, helping to create a richer picture of how this "war to end all wars", as H.G. Wells described it, left few untouched by tragedy.

An engaging and thought-provoking course that brings Nottinghamshire’s wartime history vividly to life.