Beyond the cold stone of the Abingdon War Memorial lies a tapestry of lived experience, individual sacrifice, and the profound impact of war on our local community.  Join us for a moving and insightful talk as Dick Richards peels back the layers of history to reveal the stories of the people behind the names.

This presentation offers an intimate look at local history by humanising the names on the memorial, exploring the impact of the Great War and the Second World War on local families and the tight-knit Victorian and Edwardian communities of Abingdon.  You will discover the military history of well-known Abingdon families and explore how specific local streets were forever changed by the ultimate sacrifice.  This talk is part of a series delivered by Dick under the banner of “The Road to Peace is Paved with Headstones”

• Refreshments: Tea and coffee will be available.
• Raffle: Join in for a chance to win a prize and help support the society.
• Easy Access: There is a large free car park directly adjacent to the hall.
• Open to all: Visitors and non-members are warmly welcomed for just £5 per person.

Booking Information: Advance booking, via the Events page on our website Berksfhs.org,  for members and non-members is appreciated but not required. Non-members have the option to register and pay online in advance. If you prefer to pay on arrival, please note that we can only accept cash payments at the venue.