WW1 commemorations across the Midlands
Events have been held across the Midlands to mark 100 years since the outbreak of the First World War.
Events have been held across the Midlands to mark 100 years since the outbreak of the First World War.
Hundreds of people visited Birmingham Cathedral last night to remember those that died during the First World War.
Lights were turned off across the region as part of a national ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the start of the conflict.
A harrowing account of life in the trenches during the First World War has been revealed - 100 years since they were first written.
People across the region have switched their lights off and lit candles, to honour those who fought for our freedom.
Our correspondent Steve Clamp has been researching his great grandfather who was fatally injured just days after reaching the front.