‘A Watching Brief’ – Women’s role after the Representation of the People Act
In June 1916, as the first world war intensified across the world, members of Birmingham Women’s Suffrage Society (BWSS), began
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Work with us on ‘Represent’
We are currently recruiting for two job roles to support our current project ‘Represent’.
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‘Represent’ launch reflections
The People’s Heritage Co-operative gathered with supporters and partners in The Wolfson Centre at the Library of Birmingham on 15th
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‘Represent’ – PHC launch new HLF funded project
We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded £36,100 by the Heritage Lottery Fund to explore the impact of WW1 and the extension of the franchise on Birmingham’s politics.
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Discovering World War One in our city
60 pupils from Paganel Primary School visited Lodge Hill Cemetery, Library of Birmingham, The Hall of Memory and Birmingham Museum
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Australian Airman, born and buried in Birmingham
Our research of World War One Soldiers at Lodge Hill Cemetery has uncovered many stories from across the world. Harry
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Fighting under a false name
Private George Thornley of the 2nd Battalion (Regular Army) Royal Scots fought in World War one in France dying of
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Death in Service – Birmingham Nurse dies of Influenza
When you have your flu jab this winter consider the effects of the flu one hundred years ago.[Image: VAD Nurses
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What can little ones do in War time?
It is rare to hear the voice of children in any century. The Birmingham Weekly Mercury’s children’s competition in
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Discovering Birmingham’s fight for the vote
Katherine Old writes: The Balsall Heath History Society led a historic walking tour around Birmingham City Centre exploring the city’s links
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