The Not the western Front Society exists to explore and commemorate the Heritage of this often-overlooked aspect of the First World War. People from Britain went to places far away from the Western Front, often serving alongside troops from the former British Empire, especially those in the Indian Army which recruited from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nepal. We also consider the actions on the eastern front as well as those against the Ottoman Empire.

The society is a place for people who have an interest in WW1 that goes beyond the main stream actions of the Western Front to share their interests and passions.

The society produces a journal three times a year and is intending to offer other opportunities for people to share their Interest and Knowledge.

Gallipoli

Gallipoli

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Mesopotamia and Persia

Mesopotamia and Persia

During World War I, Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) and Persia (modern-day Iran) were crucial areas of conflict, primarily due to the strategic importance of oil resources and British interests in the region. The British launched the Mesopotamian Campaign to secure oil

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Egypt and Palestine

Egypt and Palestine

During World War I, Egypt played a crucial role, primarily as a strategic location for the Allied forces and a source of manpower and resources. The Egyptian Expeditionary Force (EEF), a multinational force including British, Australian, and New Zealand troops,

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Salonica

Salonica

The Salonika campaign began on the 5th of October 1915 when one British and two French divisions were landed at the Port of Salonika in neutral Greece the troops had been sent to deter Bulgaria from joining an Austro-German attack

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Africa

Africa

In Africa there were  campaigns in East, Southwest, West, and North Africa. As the Allies attempted to capture the German colonies. German colonies in Africa had been acquired in the 1880s and were not well defended. They were enclosed by

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Membership costs £7.50 ( plus processing charges) for a annual subscription The first years subscription will run until December 31st 2026 and will include 4 journals rather than the normal 3 You can purchase a subscription by going here

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