World War 1

Find out how new technology not only helped to win the war but helped to save lives, too.

The story of Edith Cavell, a nurse remembered for helping soldiers of all nationalities.

How children had to work during World War One.

The story of Walter Tull, the first black officer to lead British troops into battle.

Find out what Tommy writes in a letter to his father who serving his country on the Front.

The inspirational story of Walter Tull, a black professional footballer and army officer.

This animation shows us which methods of transport ruled our streets before cars.

On the front, you had to expect muddy trenches, muddy boots and even muddy food!

Find out how people communicated during World War One without telephones.

What rationing is and why it happened.

From shovelling coal to patrolling the streets, men had many jobs during World War One.

The story of a World War One hero and courageous canine who was truly man's best friend.

The story of the World War One navy hero, Jack Cornwell, also known as Jutland Jack.

Follow the story of poet Wilfred Owen, one of the leading voices of World War One.

With the men fighting in the war, women took on jobs that they had never done before.

A girl tells us her great-great-grandma's account of the German attack on Hartlepool.

Learn about how animals worked and helped soldiers during World War One.

Learn about friends who joined the army at the same time from the same place.

Listen to one boy’s account of a London air raid in 1916 during World War One.

Join Tommy and Isa as they attend school during a typical day in World War One.