In April 1919 after its surrender, German U-boat U-118, broke its tow line and was stranded on Hastings beach. It became a popular tourist attraction with visitors clambering over the wreck until it was broken up for scrap. © Historic England BB88/07120 Explore our images

First World War Centenary: Home Front Legacy

Latest Research First World War Centenary Edition

In this special issue we mark the centenary of the end of the First World War by presenting a selection of research projects that shed new light on the effects of the First World War on England and highlight how volunteers have contributed to this knowledge.

Historic England Research Issue 10

Rothbury, Northumberland, the distinctive earthwork lines of practice trenches that remain visible on the heather clad moorland.

What We Already Know

What our research has found about the impact the First World War had on the home front.

Statues of five guardsmen on the Guards Memorial by Horse Guards Parade, Westminster. It was unveiled in 1926 and commemorates the 14,000 Guardsmen who died in the First World War.

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Research, record, protect and look after the war memorials you care about.

First World War Centenary: Home Front Legacy

Latest Research First World War Centenary Edition

What We Already Know

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