Gateways to the First World War has developed a number of travelling exhibitions focusing on key areas of First World War research. The exhibitions can be borrowed free of charge by organisations and institutions looking to educate and inform audiences or to add further historical context to events and existing exhibitions. If you are interested in booking an exhibition please contact Gateways' Community Heritage Researcher Dr Sam Carroll (s.j.carroll@kent.ac.uk).
Theatre & the First World War
An exhibition written by Dr Helen Brooks that examines the changing nature of theatre during the First World War. The exhibition examines the challenges faced by home front theatres, the theatre industry's support for the war effort, and the ways in which performance changed during the wartime period.
This exhibition consists of three pop-up banners (each 2m x 850mm).
One War, Two Services
This exhibition provides an overview of the history of the Royal Navy and the Merchant Navy during the First Word War. Written by Dr Brad Beaven, its key themes include the German U boat threat and unrestricted warfare, German blockade, Jutland and the bombing of coastal communities.
The One War, Two Services exhibition on display at the History House, Hastings
This exhibition consists of four pop-up banners (each 2m x 850mm).
The Indian Army in the First World War
An exhibition written by Professor Mark Connelly exploring the history of the Indian Army in the First World War. The exhibition examines the key battles and experiences of Indian soldiers, and the ways in which their contribution to the war has been commemorated.
This exhibition consists of three pop-up banners (each 2m x 850mm).
Cinema and the First World War
This exhibition by Dr Emma Hanna explores the role of cinema during the First World War, both at home and at the Front.
This exhibition consists of three pop-up banners (each 2m x 850mm).
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