The Western Front Association

Preserving the memory of World War I

The Western Front Association is a UK-based registered charity dedicated to preserving the memory, courage and comradeship of those on all sides who served their countries during the First World War.

Our WWI digital resources
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TrenchMapper™

Study thousands of trench maps from the First World War. These maps are accurately geolocated onto modern mapping and it is possible to search for specific WW1 trench names. To benefit from the full capabilities of this, WFA members can go to the members' area to see the best detail.

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Pension Records

The Western Front Association's Pension Records page offers access to over six million digitised records from World War I, providing detailed information on soldiers who served, including service details, medical assessments, and family information.

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Searchable Magazine Archive

With thousands of articles across hundreds of magazines it has previously been impossible to locate keywords or phrases. Using this portal, members can search for anything from ‘Abacus’ to ‘Zulu’.

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Latest news
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31 March 2026

First World War burials and rededication ceremonies in April 2026

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30 March 2026

Somme 110 Conference: Bookings now open

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28 March 2026

Football and the First World War – new exhibition in Kansas City

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Key benefits of membership

Becoming a member of The Western Front Association offers a wealth of resources and opportunities for those passionate about the history of the First World War. Here's an overview of some of the numerous benefits:

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Stand To!

Receive four issues annually of this prestigious journal, featuring deeply researched articles, book reviews and historical analysis.

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Historical Magazines

Read post-WW1 era magazines, such as 'Twenty Years After', 'WW1 A Pictured History' and 'I Was There!' plus others.

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Your local WFA branch

With around 50 branches, there may be one near you. The branch meetings are open to all.

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Subscribe to the WFA's YouTube channel

The WFA's YouTube channel features hundreds of videos of lectures given by experts on particular aspects of WW1.

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I Was There!

Featured on the WFA's YouTube channel are modern day re-interpretations of the inter-war magazine 'I Was There!' which recount the memories of soldiers who 'were there'.

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Online webinars

The WFA regularly makes available webinars which can be viewed 'live' from home. These feature expert speakers talking about a particular aspect of the Great War.

World War I articles
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1 April 2026

Memories of ‘55’

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1 April 2026

My Most Thrilling Flight

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1 April 2026

A Long Distance Raid

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Augustus Dilberoglue
Remembered
On This Day, 1 April 1918
Augustus Dilberoglue was killed in action on this day in 1918

Augustus Dilberoglue was born Cairo, Egypt 13 Jan 1894. His parents were Plato and Julia Dilberoglue (née Agelasto)

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Upcoming events

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2 April 2026
Middlesex branch

An Independent RAF – Inspiration or Aberration?

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4 April 2026
Yorkshire (West Riding) branch

Malta, The Nurse of The Mediterranean

This presentation by Andy will be looking at the Island of Malta. Known in WW1 as The Nurse of the Mediterranean

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4 April 2026
Wessex branch

‘Inside GHQ’ The Gallipoli Diary of Orlo Williams

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7 April 2026
Kent (East) branch

James McCudden – Master Craftsman

The story of James McCudden, VC, DSO & Bar, MC & Bar, MM an English flying ace and among the most highly decorated airmen

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Lusitania
7 April 2026
Lancashire (North) branch

Lusitania

On the 7 May 1915 the RMS Lusitania was sunk by a German U-boat.

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7 April 2026
Chesterfield branch

Shot at Dawn

The Great War - Shot At Dawn

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7 April 2026
Norfolk branch

The Zeebrugge Raid

A daring coast assault raid.

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Pozieres
8 April 2026
Heart of England branch

A Battalion on the Somme (1/1st Bucks at Pozieres and Thiepval)

Join us for this fascinating talk about the 1/1st Bucks on the Somme.

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8 April 2026
Somerset branch

William Orpen and the Great war

William Orpen's perspective of the Great War through his memoir

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