A Cross of Sacrifice honouring Irishmen and women who died serving in the First and Second World Wars has been unveiled at Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin.
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August 1st 2014: Bells ring across France today to mark centenary of mobilisation for war
Bells will be rung at public buildings in France today to mark the 100th anniversary of the country’s general mobilisation for the First World War.
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100 Years Ago Today: Germany declares war on Russia
After the Russian Empire commenced its full mobilisation on the 31st July, German declared war on Russia on the 1st August 1914.
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Centenary Events: Where to go, what to discover around the UK and worldwide August 2nd-5th 2014
Centenary News lists a selection of events taking place locally to mark the First World War Centenary in the UK, Belgium, France, Germany, Australia, Canada, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.
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Western Front Association announces major tribute to first British troops sent to France in 1914
The Western Front Association has announced four days of events in August 2014 to mark the 100th anniversary of the British Expeditionary Force leaving for France.
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August 2nd 2014: Luxembourg marks Centenary of German invasion in 1914 today
Sirens will sound across Luxembourg today to remember the start of the German occupation 100 years ago.
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Centenary update: French and German Presidents lay foundation stone for joint First World War museum in Alsace
The Presidents of France and Germany have laid the foundation stone for a new museum symbolising the reconciliation between their countries on the site of a former First World War battlefield.
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August 3rd 2014: Belgian King today honours soldiers killed in action as war started in 1914
King Philippe of Belgium pays tribute today to the first Belgian soldier killed in the Great War on a day which also sees commemorations for troops buried in the ruins of a Liège fortress.
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Canadian Prime Minister leads Centenary tribute on August 4th 2014
Canada’s Prime Minister has paid tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of Canadians and Newfoundlanders who fought in the First World War.
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‘Lights out’ and vigils mark Britain going to war 100 years ago
Lights were darkened on many buildings in Britain on August 4th 2014 to mark the 100th anniversary of the country entering the First World War.
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