Evacuation from the front

Mark Briggs

As a conscientious objector, Briggs refused to serve the army at home or abroad.

An eager medical student, Currie got a lot of practice in the field.

For his bravery and devotion to duty, Rogers was awarded the Military Cross.

The main centre of conflict since 1914, the Ypres Salient was defended by the British and home to three major battles throughout the war.

Due to the rising number of casualties, a highly efficient system of medical treatment centres and transport was established.

Vital to soldier's wellbeing was time away from the front, where men could rest, play sport, read, and write letters.

A selection of First World War vocabulary and common phrases.