Battle of the Somme: Our region's stories
This week marks 100 years since the start of one of the bloodiest battles of World War One, the Battle of the Somme. We share stories from soldiers from across the south of Scotland Cumbria.
Stranraer veteran lays flowers for the fallen
People gathered in Stranraer to remember those who lost their lives 100 years ago today at the Battle of the Somme.
Local veteran, George Harvey, laid flowers in memory of the men who 'gave their lives for freedom and democracy, for their families and friends they had left at home'.
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Lest We Forget: Centenary of the Battle of the Somme
Vigils have been held in the region to mark the 100th anniversary of the battle of the Somme.
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Overnight vigils will mark Somme centenary
Vigils will take place across the region tonight to remember those who fought in the Battle of the Somme 100 years ago.
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Students travel to France to commemorate the Somme
In Tim Backshall's latest blog, pupils from a primary school in Penrith are in France for the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme.