Simon Fowler Ordre des livres

Focusing on the ongoing efforts to locate and honor missing servicemen from the Great War and subsequent conflicts, this book details the extensive searches that have taken place over the past century. It highlights the emotional and historical significance of recovering these bodies, showcasing how the quest for closure and remembrance continues into the present day. The narrative intertwines personal stories with the broader impact of war on society, making it a poignant reflection on sacrifice and memory.

This comprehensive guide delves into a historical topic that is gaining popularity among family historians. It offers practical insights and up-to-date information, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to explore their ancestry and understand the historical context surrounding their family history. The book is designed to aid researchers in uncovering valuable information and connecting with their past effectively.

New edition has been thoroughly updated to include all material online and recently released records.

A survey of Britain after the First World War, a key period in twentieth- century history, describing how soldiers, sailors and airmen returned to civilian life

A practical guide to researching soldiers who served on the Somme during the First World War.

A practical guide to researching soldiers who served at Ypres during the First World War which includes concise accounts of the four principal Ypres battles, including Passchendaele. It also recommends useful websites, regimental museums, memoirs and histories.

Simon Fowler reveals what life was really like in Britain's workhouses. He argues that life for paupers was not as grim as we may believe, and that the workhouse provided a vital safety net, without which many would have starved. Includes dozens of personal stories.

Huge interest in railway history Railway crashes and accidents are rare but nearly always very costly Book explores reasons behind disasters and uncovers new material and evidence Author is a leading authority on the subject

The best guide for the family historian researching the First World War Shows you how to find out about a man or woman who was involved in the conflict Describes all the key sources at the National Archives and regimental museums. * Includes resources available online