An Anglia Battlefield Study tour affords the opportunity to combine visits to a wider range of different locations or to look in more detail at those themes which are of particular interest to your students.
As with all our school history trips, you are involved from the outset in designing the itinerary for your WW1 battlefield tour. So if you are keen to follow a particular unit or trace the route taken by former students of your school, we design your tour around where they were stationed and where they fought.
If you want to explore advances in technology, we can look at the development of new weapons and involve your students in a working demonstration of a tank.
With a programme spread over 3 or 4 days, these are, educationally, the most valuable battlefield trips available. They also allow for a more relaxing trip with more time spent at each location visited.
One hundred years on from the First World War, there has never been a more pertinent time to go on a WW1 History Trip to places such as Ypres and Somme. Your guided WW1 battlefield tour will incorporate the following key study themes to support your learning back in the classroom.
Take a look at the range of visits that may be included in the itinerary of your WW1 battlefield tour:
Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery serves as a poignant memorial, bearing witness to the scale of casualties during World War I and honouring over 10,000 individuals who rest there, including wounded soldiers who succumbed to their injuries in the nearby field hospitals. On this trip, gain valuable insight into the causes of the Great War, 1914 battles, the ethos of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, empire troops and the role of women in the Great War.
Bayernwald, a well-preserved example of a World War I German trench system, provides a unique and immersive glimpse into the life of German soldiers during the conflict, showcasing the challenges and conditions they faced on the Western Front. On this guided tour, you’ll learn about the development of trench warfare, the use of ground, trench construction, daily routine, technology and the challenges associated with trench fighting.
The Vancouver Corner World War I memorial site, known for its iconic "Brooding Soldier" monument, commemorates the Canadian First Division's defence against the first German gas attacks in 1915 during the Second Battle of Ypres. On this tour, your school group will learn about the use of poison gas in World War I, and its effects
Poperinghe, a Belgian town near Ypres, holds historical significance not only for its role as a rest and recreation centre for Allied soldiers during World War I, but also as a site for military court-martial. During this trip, your group will gain insight into military discipline in the Great War, the process of court-martial, as well as the resulting punishment and executions.
Hill 60, a strategic vantage point in the Ypres Salient, is a World War I battlefield site with enduring significance, marked by intense mining activities and military engagements, it now serves as a memorial to the soldiers who fought and perished there.
The historic trench system of Sunken Lane, situated in Beaumont-Hamel, symbolises the devastating impact of World War I, as it witnessed the Newfoundland Regiment's advance on the first day of the Battle of the Somme in 1916. On this trip you will learn about the Battle of the Somme 1916, Kitchener's Army and the Pals Battalions, recruitment during World War I, the plan for 1st July 1916, the 1st Bn Lancashire Fusiliers and ‘Going over the top’.
The Ulster Tower memorial in Thiepval, France, stands as a poignant tribute to the soldiers of the 36th (Ulster) Division, commemorating their sacrifices during the Battle of the Somme in World War I. Learn about the Story of the 36th Ulster Division, the background to the Troubles, the story of Billy McFadzean VC and more.
Auchonvillers, a village near the Somme River, holds historical significance as a location close to the front lines during World War I, witnessing the impact of the conflict and serving as a reminder of the wartime experiences in the region. This trip presents an opportunity for the whole group to handle equipment and weaponry and for a member of the group to dress in Great War uniform.
Take a look at sample itineraries
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