Research

War memorials can be researched in different ways.  The history of the actual memorial can be uncovered through research as well as the stoies of those remembered by the memorial.  War Memorials Trust has produced two helpsheets wihich deal with each element of research.

• Researching the history of a war memorial - discvoering the history of a war memorial can be fascinating and may also be of help to the custodian of the memorial.  This helpsheet provides advice about the methods of researching the history and gives suggestions of sources of further information.
• Researching the names on a war memorial - uncovering the stories behind the names on war memorials can be extremely interesting and also highlight the importance of preserving this monuments in order to remember those who were affected by conflict.  This helpsheet provides advice about researching names and gives details about sources of information.