1914-1918 Richmond at Home and at War- Local Stories and their international links

Through displays of private artefacts, photographs, letters and reminiscences from local people, this exhibition relates the fascinating and moving stories of Richmond’s First World War experience. Thanks to an award from the Heritage Lottery Fund, volunteers have undertaken research in local archives in order to build a picture of the impact of WWI on the area. This in-depth exploration of Richmond 1914-1918 includes information on the founding of the Poppy Factory and the Royal Star and Garter as well as the temporary military hospitals established during the war. The Museum presents a number of soldier’s individual stories while international links with Richmond are related through research into the South African Military Hospital and the Belgian Refugees.

Suitable for
Any age


Website
http://www.museumofrichmond.com/

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk//se000050?id=EVENT494352