The Day that Sussex Died - The Battle of the Boar's Head
Graeme MacPherson
- Regions:
- West Sussex, East Sussex, Kent, Surrey
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Military Historian and accredited Battlefield guide
- Fee:
- Paid: £80 (plus travel at 40p per mile if over 40 miles return - under 40 miles no travel charge)
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 8th February 2025
- Tagged:
- Military History | Sussex
On the eve of the Battle of the Somme, a lesser known battle was fought by the men of the Royal Sussex Regiment.
11th 12th and 13th Battalions of the Royal Sussex Regiment were raised from volunteers drawn from East and West Sussex - The Southdowners also became known as 'Lowether's Lambs. The talk will describe how the battalion was raised and the events that led to the fateful battle on 30th June 1916.
Views: 52 | Enquiries: 0About Graeme MacPherson
ABOUT ME: I’m an accredited member of the International Guild of Battlefield Guides and also a volunteer with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. With over 37 years of military experience, both full-time and part-time, I’ve had the privilege of serving in a variety of roles including: Garrison Commander, Assessor at the Army Officer Selection Board and Commanding Officer of a Reserve Regiment.
WHAT I DO: When I’m not leading battlefield tours, history walks, or conducting research, I share my knowledge and passion for history with groups and organisations across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. While many of my talks focus on military history, I’ve found that many of my subjects are appealing to a wide audience.
WHAT I OFFER. I prefer to deliver my presentations in person but am also able to facilitate online presentations. Each presentation lasts between 45 mins and 1 hr. All can be tailored to the needs of your group. I require a suitable screen or wall to projrect onto.
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