Commonwealth War Graves

Tolkien and the Somme | cwgc.org/our-work/blog/…

Before he wrote of Middle-earth, J.R.R. Tolkien served at the Somme. Like millions of young British men in the early 20th Century, Tolkien’s experiences were tinged with tragedy. He lost close friends in military service, including on the First Day of the Somme. Much of what he lived through there found its way into his writing. He is one of many whose names you might know, and whose war you might not. Read his story, and discover others, on For Evermore. Link below. #CWGC #ForEvermore #Somme110

Coriano Ridge War Cemetery in Italy has an unusual layout. It is located on lower, hilly ground, with the entrance positioned above the main part of the cemetery. This gives visitors an immediate view across the entire site. From the entrance, they can see the scale, layout and long rows of graves below, almost as though they are looking at a plan of the cemetery. Coriano Ridge War Cemetery is cared for by a team of seven gardeners. The same team is also responsible for five other sites: Cesena, Rimini, Gradara, Montecchio War Cemetery and Ancona War Cemetery. Because the team works across several locations, it usually spends around one and a half days at Coriano each week. This means every visit has to be carefully planned. The cemetery is large, and the team must complete a wide range of tasks while maintaining the same high standard across the whole site. 👉Discover more on our website, link below.

The Somme 110 – Our Work Continues For Evermore | cwgc.org/visit-us/the-s…

Behind every number is a name. Behind every name, a person. Discover their stories on For Evermore. #CWGC #ForEvermore #Somme110

🇿🇦 This summer, South African guides are welcoming visitors for the first time at our Thiepval Memorial on the Somme, helping them to engage with the stories we preserve there. Our guides Refilwe and Tebatso have shared some personal and candid reflections on their encounters at Thiepval, and what commemoration means for their country. You can read their blogs by following the links in the top comment of this post.

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Every story we share takes research and care. Our Foundation helps us to make that work possible, revealing the people behind the names engraved in stone. If these stories matter to you, help us keep telling them. #CWGC #ForEvermore #Somme110

Everything you need to know about the Battle of the Somme | cwgc.org/our-work/blog/…

We were honoured to welcome South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to Delville Wood Cemetery in France during the commemorations marking the 110th anniversary of the Battle of Delville Wood. #Somme110

The CWGC Visitor Centre, France | cwgc.org/visit-us/the-c…

Good news! You can now book your guided experience at our Visitor Centre in Beaurains, France - reserve online anytime with our brand new 24/7 booking system. Rates from €8. 👉 Link below for more information.

At Maynamati War Cemetery, Bangladesh we look after 713 Second World War burials. Caring sustainably for those we commemorate is at the heart of our mission - take a look at the video below to see our gardeners working hard to keep every grave looking pristine.

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Discover the untold stories of Punjabi soldiers in the First World War. Join CWGC and UKPHA for two free events uncovering the hidden histories of over 300,000 Punjabi soldiers who served during the First World War. 📍 Slough – Friday 10 July 📍 Manchester – Wednesday 15 July 🎟️ Places are free, but booking is essential – secure your spot via our website.

@UKPHA and @CWGC will be at 'The Curve' @SloughCouncil tomorrow! Come & meet us to hear about the Punjab WW1 Registers - maybe we can find your ancestors records! CWGC and UKPHA First World War Punjab Registers Event - Slough Date: 10 jul • 17:00 eventbrite.co.uk/e/cwgc-and-ukp…

New Zealand machine gunner's grave rededicated in Passchendaele | cwgc.org/our-work/news/…

The grave of Corporal Thomas Nigel McFarland, No. 1 Company, New Zealand Machine Gun Corps has been rededicated at our Passchendaele New British Cemetery in Belgium. His final resting place was identified after research that was submitted to us. With further detailed research analysed by the New Zealand Defence Force, it was adjudicated that the grave of an unknown Corporal in Passchendaele New British Cemetery was that of Corporal McFarland. Discover more on our website, link below. (Photo: Eric Compernolle BEM).