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Stephen Chambers @stevejchambers.bsky.social · 20d

A newly discovered dugout in the depths of Gully Ravine. There will be a future write-up on 2025’s battlefield study in the Gallipolian journal and @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social website soon. Join the Gallipoli Association now if you want to find out more.

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Stephen Chambers @stevejchambers.bsky.social · 23d

Detritus of War - The shifting sands on W Beach, where the Lancashire Fusiliers gained 6 VC’s before breakfast, have revealed more wrecked lighters #WW1 #Gallipoli @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social

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Stephen Chambers @stevejchambers.bsky.social · 23d

A great battlefield study day walking Gully Ravine #Gallipoli @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social

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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · Aug 17

Our books are now available on Kindle!
You can go here to order Beggar Me!

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Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner!: British POWS in Germany, 1914-18 eBook : Hart, Peter, Bain, Gary: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · Aug 17

You can go here to order Welsh Warrior - Brigadier Hubert Rees

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Welsh Warrior - A Personal Record of the Great War: Brigadier General Hubert Rees eBook : Rees, Hubert, Hart, Peter: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · Jul 1

Last but by no means least, our tame historian and author of a million tomes, @PeterHart1915 . Peter will be talking about "Life in German POW camps 1914-18.
Join us on Friday for our launch evening to understand just what these poor chaps had to go through.

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Peter Hart @peterhart.bsky.social · Jul 1

The fourth member or our team is Warren Smith, better known as Wazza! He will be assisting Gary, Paul and Pete with their talks, bringing a new life to quotations from men long dead. If you want to know more then follow the link: www.facebook.com/events/14380...

Launch of Beggar Me: British POWs in Germany, 1914-18 & Welsh Warrior: Brigadier General Hubert Rees

Event in London, United Kingdom by Outline Publishing and 4 others on Friday, July 4 202511 posts in the discussion.

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Peter Hart @peterhart.bsky.social · Jun 30

Who else is speaking at the Outline Launch?
Meet Gary Bain. Formally a top executive at TFL.
His talk is:
I’M OUT! ESCAPE TO THE FRONTIER
It’s not all over when they escape. An examination of the trials and pitfalls of trying to get out of Germany.
For more info: www.facebook.com/events/14380...

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Peter Hart @peterhart.bsky.social · Jun 30

Who is chairing the Outline Publishing Launch I hear you say?
It is that epitome of urban charm, suave sophistication and cool - Jonny Dyer.
He is confident of keeping order and delivering entertainment for all!
For more information - follow the Link: facebook.com/events/14380...

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Peter Hart @peterhart.bsky.social · Jun 30

So who is speaking at the Outline Publishing Launch on Friday 4 July?
Paul Hildyard is speaking on:
BRIGADIER GENERAL HUBERT REES & THE ATTACK ON SERRE, 1ST JULY 1916
A talk not to be missed. For more information on how to book follow the the link: www.facebook.com/events/14380...

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Stephen Chambers @stevejchambers.bsky.social · Jun 5

Only 1 week to go and it’s looking like a another sell-out conference. Last chance to get a ticket 🎫 for Saturday 14th June. It promises to be a fab day.

To book visit Great War Huts @greatwarhuts.bsky.social website, or @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social

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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · May 2

Please note all ‘tickets’ are non-refundable - but we will post you signed copies of ‘Beggar Me’ and ‘Welsh Warrior’ if you cannot attend
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Please repost, thank you.

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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · May 2

Nearest tube station is East Finchley plus a short walk. Or use the 263 bus route.
Payment can be made by BACS (please message for details)
Or by PAYPAL using the FRIENDS AND FAMILY OPTION please to [email protected]
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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · May 2

Attendees will also receive a copy of 'Welsh Warrior, A Personal Record of the Great War' by Brigadier General Hubert Rees, Edited by Peter Hart.
PLUS a presentation:
PAUL HILDYARD: BRIGADIER GENERAL HUBERT REES & THE ATTACK ON SERRE, 1ST JULY 1916
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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · May 2

By attending our conference you will obtain a copy of 'Beggar Me! I'm a Prisoner! British POWs in Germany, 1914-18'.
You will also see two presentations:
PETER HART: LIFE IN THE GERMAN POW CAMPS, 1914-18
&
GARY BAIN: I’M OUT! ESCAPE TO THE FRONTIER
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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · May 2

It's the moment you've all been waiting for....

THE LAUNCH CONFERENCE FOR OUTLINE PUBLISHING
18.30-21.30 on Friday, 4 July 2025
At the East Finchley Constitutional Club, 9 The Walks, London, N2 8DE
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Gallipoli Association @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social · May 25

The Gallipoli Association have a special online conference on 12th July in commemoration of the 110th Anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign.
Please note start the time on the flyer.
You can book a place using the following link
trybooking.com/uk/EKCI

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Warren Smith @wampasmudge.bsky.social · May 2

Hi Roger, it's a collaboration between Peter Hart, Gary Bain, Paul Hildyard and myself.

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Warren Smith @wampasmudge.bsky.social · May 2

Get booking!!!

Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · May 2

It's the moment you've all been waiting for....

THE LAUNCH CONFERENCE FOR OUTLINE PUBLISHING
18.30-21.30 on Friday, 4 July 2025
At the East Finchley Constitutional Club, 9 The Walks, London, N2 8DE
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Warren Smith @wampasmudge.bsky.social · Apr 30

Coming soon......

Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · Apr 29

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Outline Publishing @outlinepublishing.bsky.social · Apr 29

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Gallipoli Association @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social · Apr 25

Our latest video is now available on YouTube. Developed with our friends at @battleguidevt.bsky.social it tells the story of the landings at Helles.

youtu.be/NZLSzbKcIe8?...

Gallipoli Landings: Storming Cape Helles (WW1 Documentary)

YouTube video by Battle Guide

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Peter Hart @peterhart.bsky.social · Apr 11

Here we have a stunning new series of podcasts based on Pete's book 'Ring of Fire: Campaigning in Egypt & the Sudan 1882-1898'. It's a roller coaster ride, plenty of Great War officers, murder and mayhem, all for you! Here we set the scene! Please share! open.spotify.com/episode/0A6c...

Ep240: Egypt and Sudan - And So it Begins

Pete & Gary's Military History · Episode

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Gallipoli Association @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social · Apr 10

The Gallipoli Association proudly present their Annual Conference in partnership with the Western Front Association, "Courage without Glory", Saturday 1st November 2025 at the RAF Club, 128 Piccadilly, London. W1J 7PY

To book, click the following link:
www.gallipoli-association.org/events/coura...

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Gallipoli Association @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social · Apr 10

‘Have we got it right? The Right Assaulting Column of the New Zealand and Australian (NZ&A) Division in the August Offensive of1915’ - Christopher Pugsley

‘Empire encounters on Gallipoli’ - Peter Stanley

‘INSIDE GHQ: The Diary of a Staff Officer’ - Rhys Crawley, Stephen Chambers & Ashleigh Brown

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