Things have been a little quiet recently. Here’s the latest…
Library of Congress has made newspaper articles on World War 1 available. Some mention Africa.
SA Naval Museum has a photo display on SS Mendi
South African documentary on SS Mendi
Michelle Moyd discusses her book Violent Intermediaries
A new online book about a South African serving in Europe.
Heritage funded projects looking at World War 1 Africa
Away from the Western Front
Includes GWAA’s Medical project around the Pike Report.
To get involved, contact Anne
For more about AFTWF
Breaking the Myths: World War 1 and Africa
Diversity House is working in Sittingbourne and Maidstone areas to work with local schools and the community to acknowledge the African contribution to World War 1, including local experiences and trauma.
More about Breaking the Myths
Diversity House is issuing a series of podcasts (oral histories) on aspects of World War 1 in Africa.
If you have a story to contribute, please contact Diversity House.
They also served: Uncovering the experiences of African and Caribbean servicemen during the Great War
Churches Together is working with Midlands African and Caribbean churches and wider communities.
Contact: Project Manager, Dr Angelina Osborne