World War One2 days agoChurch makes sainthood case for 'WW1 hero' priestFr Willie Doyle was killed during World War One while trying to help injured and dying soldiers. 2 days ago2 days agoThe tale of the real bear behind Winnie-the-PoohIt all started with a Canadian solider who came to train on Salisbury Plain and it led to Winnie-the-Pooh.2 days ago5 days agoUnidentified WWI soldier buried with full honoursA shoulder title and belt found near the remains indicated he served with the West Yorkshire Regiment.5 days ago5 days agoWW1 soldier buried over a century after his deathL/Cpl Claude Stanley Dell, from Scarborough, was killed a week after his arrival in France in 1915.5 days ago8 Oct 2026Medal of hero killed in last week of WW1 sells for £130kJames Kirk was shot while defending comrades in the final days of the conflict, auctioneers say.8 Oct 20265 Oct 2026Hunt for descendants of 'most courageous' soldierHe wants to know more about the soldier awarded the Military Medal for Gallantry in World War One.5 Oct 202629 Sept 2026Blue plaque unveiled for World War One heroMajor Fred Davenport was awarded both the Distinguished Service Order and the Military Cross.29 Sept 202629 Sept 2026Blue plaque unveiled for World War One heroHis family is also donating a collection of his belongings to the museum in Leek.29 Sept 202628 Sept 2026WW1 'welcome home' window to undergo repairsThe stained-glass window at the Guildhall is to be repaired after its lower section began to bow.28 Sept 2026...
