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March 4, 2015 CN Editorial Team

Britain pays tribute to First World War Victoria Cross winners from overseas

First World War holders of the Victoria Cross born overseas are remembered on 145 commemorative paving stones, unveiled at the UK's National Memorial Arboretum in 2015. Peter Alhadeff reports.

March 9, 2015 CN Editorial Team

Britain pays tribute to First World War Victoria Cross winners from overseas

First World War holders of the Victoria Cross born overseas are remembered on 145 commemorative paving stones, unveiled at the UK’s National Memorial Arboretum on March 5th 2015.

Author: Peter Alhadeff

March 9, 2015 CN Editorial Team

Gallipoli Centenary: Royal dates in UK and Turkey announced

Queen Elizabeth and senior members of the Royal Family are to attend ceremonies on April 25th 2015 marking the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli campaign.

March 10, 2015 CN Editorial Team

Neuve Chapelle Centenary: Britain’s tribute to Indian forces

As well as India’s Centenary commemorations, Britain also honoured the First World War role of Indian soldiers on the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Neuve Chapelle.

March 11, 2015 CN Editorial Team

India honours its First World War soldiers

India’s President and Prime Minister have led Centenary tributes in Delhi to the 1.5 million Indian soldiers who fought on the Allied side in the First World War.

March 19, 2015 CN Editorial Team

New Zealand launches Gallipoli Centenary app

New Zealand has released a new computer app exploring the Gallipoli campaign as part of its Centenary commemorations.

March 19, 2015 CN Editorial Team

New Zealand launches Gallipoli Centenary app

New Zealand has released a new computer app exploring the Gallipoli campaign as part of its Centenary commemorations.

March 19, 2015 CN Editorial Team

New Zealand launches Gallipoli Centenary app

New Zealand has released a new computer app exploring the Gallipoli campaign as part of its Centenary commemorations.

March 26, 2015 CN Editorial Team

Gallipoli Centenary April 25 – events preview, one month to go

Final preparations are being made for ceremonies around the world on April 24th/25th 2015 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings in Turkey.

April 7, 2015 CN Editorial Team

Irish government launches year of commemorations for 1916 Easter Rising

Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny launches Ireland 2016 Centenary Programme to commemorate 1916 Easter Rising.