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Discover the diverse range of soldiers who contributed to Britain's First World War effort in East Africa.

Fought between 1756 and 1763, this conflict can claim to be the original 'world war'. Franco-British fighting in North America and India became part of a general war in Europe with far-reaching consequences.

The British Army has played a central role in the long history of conflict and co-operation between Britain and Ireland. Here we explore some of the key moments in this difficult but fascinating story.

Discover the diverse range of soldiers who contributed to Britain's First World War effort at Gallipoli.

Discover the story of the Princess Mary Gift Tin in this family-friendly, festive First World War activity.

Discover the diverse range of soldiers who contributed to Britain's First World War effort in Palestine.

Explore the story of conscription from its origins before the First World War, through National Service and beyond.

Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig commanded the British Army when it achieved arguably its greatest victories, those over the Germans on the Western Front. But for many his leadership was marked by unacceptable losses.

Experience some of the ways that civilians were persuaded and pressured to enlist in the Army during the First World War.

Follow this gallery trail to find out more about Remembrance and the lives of soldiers during the First World War.

Discover the diverse range of soldiers who contributed to Britain's First World War effort on the Western Front.

This unit was formed as the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps in 1917 to free up more men to fight in the First World War. It was the first time women had served in the British Army other than as nurses.