Discover how the First World War (WW1 or The Great War) affected people in East Sussex.
Here you’ll find the true stories about soldiers, women, and children from East Sussex and how the First World War affected their lives.
These stories and photographs will help you understand the lives of local people who were caught up in the war.
Who is this for?
Pupils in primary and secondary schools.
At the bottom of each story you’ll find a link so that you can download and print it if you want.
We will continue to add in new interesting stories so check back here regularly!
If you have any questions about these people or want to know more about them and the war then please contact us.
Educational Resources
Educational resources for students – Soldiers
Soldiers – These stories contain details on men from East Sussex who served in the military during the First World War
Educational resources for students – Women
Women – These stories contain details of the experiences of women from East Sussex during the First World War
Educational resources for students – Children
Children – These stories contain details of the lives and experiences of children growing up in East Sussex during the First World War
Educational resources for students – Places
Places – These stories contain details particular locations in East Sussex that were important during the First World War
Educational resources for students – Empire
Empire – These stories contain details of the lives and experiences of soldiers from the British Empire who visited East Sussex during the First World War
