WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War
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Donald Innes leads a two-week course titled WW1 – Expectations and Reality at the University of Dundee. The course runs on Wednesday mornings from 11 November to 18 November 2026. Tickets cost between £16.00 and £20.00.
A two-week course with Donald Innes. Wednesday mornings, 10.00 a. m. - 12.00 p. m. 11th November - 18th November 2026
Booking closes on Friday 6th November 2026 at 12 noon.
Due to limited resources we are UNABLE TO ACCEPT LATE BOOKINGS after this date.
This course will take place in Room 2F 10 of the Dalhousie Building, Old Hawkhill, Dundee.
This short course examines the war the generals across Europe expected to fight and compare it to the reality of that conflict. We will also consider the nature of trench warfare and the efforts made to try and break that stalemate. Further reading will be suggested, and appropriate artefacts will be used to enhance the presentation.
Tutor: Donald Innes
Donald isa retired Principal Teacher of History and taught WW1 at certificate level for over 35 years. He has also visited the WW1 battlefields of France and Belgium on 25 occasions both leading school trips and on personal visits.
Course Code: 10 123
Enquiries should be sent to: lifelonglearningdundee@gmail.com
As a volunteer organisation with limited resources we try to respond to queries as quickly as possible. Please bear with us.
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WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 10:00.
WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War is held at Room 2F 10, Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee in Dundee (Old Hawkhill, Dundee, DD1 5EN).
Tickets for WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War range from £16 to £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Room 2F 10, Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War
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Donald Innes leads a two-week course titled WW1 – Expectations and Reality at the University of Dundee. The course runs on Wednesday mornings from 11 November to 18 November 2026. Tickets cost between £16.00 and £20.00.
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A two-week course with Donald Innes. Wednesday mornings, 10.00 a. m. - 12.00 p. m. 11th November - 18th November 2026
Booking closes on Friday 6th November 2026 at 12 noon.
Due to limited resources we are UNABLE TO ACCEPT LATE BOOKINGS after this date.
This course will take place in Room 2F 10 of the Dalhousie Building, Old Hawkhill, Dundee.
This short course examines the war the generals across Europe expected to fight and compare it to the reality of that conflict. We will also consider the nature of trench warfare and the efforts made to try and break that stalemate. Further reading will be suggested, and appropriate artefacts will be used to enhance the presentation.
Tutor: Donald Innes
Donald isa retired Principal Teacher of History and taught WW1 at certificate level for over 35 years. He has also visited the WW1 battlefields of France and Belgium on 25 occasions both leading school trips and on personal visits.
Course Code: 10 123
Enquiries should be sent to: lifelonglearningdundee@gmail.com
As a volunteer organisation with limited resources we try to respond to queries as quickly as possible. Please bear with us.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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WhereRoom 2F 10, Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee
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When is WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War?
WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 10:00.
Where is WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War taking place?
WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War is held at Room 2F 10, Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee in Dundee (Old Hawkhill, Dundee, DD1 5EN).
How much are tickets for WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War?
Tickets for WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War range from £16 to £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Room 2F 10, Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War?
Tickets for WW1 – Expectations and Reality. The Nature of Warfare in the Great War can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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