Exploring Leeds and Yorkshire in the First World War

University of Leeds academics are taking part in a major public event examining the role of Leeds and the wider region in the First World War. Exploring Leeds and Yorkshire in the Great War takes place at Leeds City Museum from 11am-4pm on Saturday 27 September. Experts will be on hand for a roadshow-style element from 11am-2pm to hear people’s family stories of the war and examine letters, pictures, medals and other memorabilia. The day will also feature talks, children’s activities, music and drama performances reflecting the period, exhibitions and displays – across several parts of the museum. The event has been organised by Leeds Museums & Galleries in partnership with the University, Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty's Leeds Pals, POWs and the Home Front project – and Yorkshire Post Newspapers, among others. Alison Fell, Professor of French Cultural History at the University of Leeds, oversees its Legacies of War centenary project. She said: “We are looking forward to meeting lots of people on the day and sharing their stories of the First World War.