Discover the forgotten history of World War I's Chinese Labour Corps with author Maisie Chan. Learn about her book Nate Yue’s Blast from the Past, explore real wartime artifacts, and try out a fun creative writing prompt where modern characters meet ghosts from history. Perfect for primary school teachers!
How Remembrance Began
The prevalence of poppies in November stems from the Remembrance tradition, initiated by army chaplain David Railton. This custom honors the fallen soldiers of World War One, symbolized by the 'Unknown Soldier's' grave. Time Tunneller Robin Scott-Elliot delves into the origins and significance of this poignant remembrance.
