A special exhibition devoted to the sounds of the First World War is taking place at the Historial Museum of the Great War in Péronne, close to the Somme battlefields in Northern France.
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International conference in Armenia: ‘The Caucasian Frontline of the First World War’
The Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute of the National Academy of Sciences will host a conference entitled 'The Caucasusian Frontline of the First World War: Genocide, Refugees and Humanitarian Assistance', in Yerevan, Armenia.
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University of Ulster: stories needed for First World War legacy project
Researchers at the University of Ulster are encouraging community groups to take part in a major international research project on the First World War and its legacy.
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New Zealand announces $9.1 million lottery cash for First World War Centenary projects
Eighty projects commemorating New Zealand’s role in the First World War have been awarded NZ$ 9.1 million in the latest lottery grants.
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Canadian orchestra to mark First World War Centenary with UK concert tour
A leading Canadian orchestra will tour the UK in October 2014 to commemorate the Centenary of the First World War and celebrate the close ties between the two nations.
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Singing at Menin Gate will stir First World War family memories for London choristers
Members of the London Pro Arte Choir are due to travel to Ypres in July 2014 to sing under the Menin Gate, bringing back memories of past relatives who fought in the First World War.
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Singing at Menin Gate will stir First World War family memories for London choristers
Members of the London Pro Arte Choir are due to travel to Ypres in July 2014 to sing under the Menin Gate, bringing back memories of past relatives who fought in the First World War.
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The University of Namur and En Envor are organising an international conference entitled 'The Battle of the Sambre and Meuse, August 1914. German, Belgian and French Perspectives on armies, memorials and representations'
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Anzac Day: Prince William and Catherine take part in Australia’s commemorations of Gallipoli campaign
Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, have taken part in Anzac Day ceremonies in the Australian capital, Canberra, marking the 99th anniversary of the Allied landings at Gallipoli.
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Canadian War Museum obtains bravery medal of First World War sailor killed in 1917 Halifax blast
The Canadian War Museum has acquired the second of two gallantry medals awarded to Canadian sailors who were killed in the Halifax explosion during the First World War.
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