The History & Work of The Commonwealth War Graves Commission With Rebecca Smith, Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC)

A Historical Association & University of Plymouth History department talk.

In this fascinating talk Rebecca Smith, will give us an insight into the work and history of the commission since its inception in 1917.

The Commission honours the 1.7 million men and women of the armed forces of the British Empire who died during the First and Second World Wars.

It has a large public archive and aims to connect with local people and places, particularly reconnecting neighbourhoods with the First World War and Second World War stories held within their local cemeteries.

Rebecca is the Public Engagement Coordinator at CWGC, working in Plymouth and the wider region from Cornwall to Wiltshire. Her work introduces audiences to the history of the CWGC and how they care for Commonwealth casualties around the World today.

Free to access online.  Book your place via The Arts Institute website.

Once you have booked your place you will receive a link to access this event online.

If you have any queries or require any additional information about attending this online event please do not hesitate to contact The Arts Institute team - theartsinstitute@plymouth.ac.uk.