Dr Brigitte Mitchell reflects on her father's wartime experiences while commemorating the First World War's centenary.
Tag: First World War
Publication of Windlesora 30
Windlesora's latest edition explores Windsor's role in WW1, featuring personal stories, local history, and significant events.
Blue Plaque For Oliver Brooks
Sgt Oliver Brooks, a Victoria Cross recipient, honoured with a blue plaque at his Windsor home for World War I bravery.
Tribute to a Soldier’s Valour
Windsor-born Victoria Cross hero Harry Greenwood was honoured with a plaque commemorating his extraordinary bravery during the First World War.
Blue Plaque for Harry Greenwood
Windsor-born Victoria Cross hero Harry Greenwood was honoured with a plaque at his birthplace in Victoria Barracks.
Blue Plaque for Oliver Brooks
A blue plaque was unveiled to honour WWI hero Oliver Brooks, a Victoria Cross recipient and local war veteran.
Eton Excelsior and the War (1916)
Forty-three members of Eton Excelsior Rowing Club joined the WW1; only fourteen remain to keep the club running. From out files of 25y ago.
Victoria Cross Recipients
The Borough has seen many Victoria Cross recipients over the years with a rich story to tell.
Windlesora 35
Windlesora 35 (2019) has a record level of submissions covering a range of subjects including the famous Ricky-Tick Club and he Lord Robert's veterans.








