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The Experience of Resistance: Conscientious Objectors to the First World War
When conscription was introduced in Britain for the first time in 1916, the bill included the concession of the conscience clause granting exemption to those who could prove a conscientious objection to armed service. More than 16,000 men chose to object on the grounds of conscience and became known as Conscientious Objectors. Come along to hear about the wartime experiences of conscientious objectors and their supporters and gain insight into some of the First World War's lesser known s
Free but places are limited so please book in advance online: bit.ly/1UeokL4
Time: 1 - 2pm
Time: 1 - 2pm
Treasures of the Brotherton Gallery, Parkinson Building, University of Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 9JT
Thu 12 May 2016
Website:
library.leeds.ac.uk/treasures
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