At the time of World War I, newspapers were the main source of news for communities throughout the Riverina. Even very small towns boasted their own newspaper.
So these newspapers looked after their communities by not only providing war news, but printing letters sent home by local soldiers. These letters show stories of a sense of adventure, relief at surviving a battle, pride in achievements, and a growing sadness as the war continued.
This talk, presented by Dr. Nancy Blacklow, looks at some of the World War I letters printed in Riverina newspapers and how they provide a social history of local World War One participation.
Saturday 13 September
10.30am-11.30am
Museum of the Riverina,
Botanic Gardens Site
Lord Baden Powell Drive
If you’d like to attend, please contact the museum on 6926 9655 or email museum@wagga.nsw.gov.au
