World War One
Reasons for the outbreak of World War One
Explore the rivalries and tensions that led to the outbreak of World War One.
Why did Scots volunteer to fight in World War One?
Explore how unemployment, patriotism, propaganda and social pressure all played a part in Scots enlisting to fight in World War One
Life on the Western Front during World War One
The trench changed the nature of combat during World War One. Find out why they were important, and what it like to live and fight in them.
Scots at the Battle of Loos, 1915
The Battle of Loos is referred to as the Scottish Battle, due to the sheer scale of Scots involvement. Find out about this major WW1 battle.
Scots at the Battle of the Somme, 1916
The Battle of the Somme was one of the bloodies encounters of WW1. Find out about the role played by Scottish soldiers.
World War One: the war at sea
During World War One, the sea became a new battleground. Find out about the biggest naval clash of the war - the Battle of Jutland, 1916.
Life on the Home Front during World War One
Find out how air raids, food and rationing, the Defence of the Realm Act and other laws affected daily life and industry in Britain during World War One.
World War One: empires at war
Not all battles in World War One were fought in Europe. Major battles were fought in the Middle East as Britain and her allies fought against the Ottoman Empire.
How was the USA involved in World War One?
Find out why the USA decided to enter World War One, and how US involvement helped bring the war to an end.
