The State Library of Queensland in Australia has launched a five year programme of initiatives to commemorate the First World War and Anzac Centenary.
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German War Graves Commission plans youth exchange programme with Italy for Centenary
The German War Graves Commission is planning a “youth exchange” programme for Germans and Italians, focusing on Germany’s largest First World War PoW camp.
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Belgium and France plan to “woo Indian tourists” with First World War Centenary
Business Standard reports that tourism boards from Belgium and France are planning to attract Indian tourists during the Centenary.
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IWM London closure after unexpected infrastructure problems encountered
Imperial War Museum London will close for the first half of 2014 after ongoing building work revealed problems with the museum’s infrastructure.
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Commonwealth War Graves Commission highlights role of women killed in the First World War
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission is using smartphone technology to highlight the sacrifice made by women during the First World War.
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Italian Senate passes Stability Law: Centenary funding confirmed
The Italian Senate has passed the country’s Stability Law, setting out the country’s budget for 2014.
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‘What if the Germans had won the First World War?’
An article in The Guardian considers the counterfactual history of a victorious Germany in the First World War.
Continue readingNational World War I Museum, Kansas City, ‘Truce Tournament’
The National World War I Museum will host a 'Truce Tournament' on the 26th December 2013.
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Banjo signed by First World War soldiers given to Canadian War Museum
A banjo signed by 28 Canadian soldiers while they were serving in France during the First World War has been donated to the Canadian War Museum.
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‘Skirmishes flare over World War I Centennial plans’
The Los Angeles Times reports on "disputes erupting in Europe over how best to remember a conflict that claimed the lives of millions".
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