The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War
Tue 10 Nov · 19:00
The Levinsky Theatre
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Local historian Dr Tony Rea will discuss the role of the Devonshire Regiment's battalions in their major engagements throughout World War One at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth on 10 November 2026 at 19:00.
Local historian Dr Tony Rea consider the role of the regiment’s battalions in their major engagements throughout World War One
At the outbreak of war in August 1914 the Devonshire Regiment comprised two regular battalions a 3rd, Special Reserve, battalion and four part-time Territorial Force battalions. By 1917 the regiment had expanded to sixteen battalions strong and its soldiers fought not only on the Western Front but in Italy, Salonika, Mesopotamia and the Holy Land. Amongst its honours was the award of the French Croix de Guerre to the 2nd battalion and the Victoria Cross to two soldiers.
Tony's presentation will consider the role of the regiment’s battalions in some major engagements including the retreat from Mons 1914, Loos 1915, the Somme 1916 and the German offensive of 1918.
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The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War takes place on Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 19:00.
The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War is held at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth (University of Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8AA).
Tickets for The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War range from £0 to £6. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
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Local historian Dr Tony Rea will discuss the role of the Devonshire Regiment's battalions in their major engagements throughout World War One at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth on 10 November 2026 at 19:00.
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Local historian Dr Tony Rea consider the role of the regiment’s battalions in their major engagements throughout World War One
At the outbreak of war in August 1914 the Devonshire Regiment comprised two regular battalions a 3rd, Special Reserve, battalion and four part-time Territorial Force battalions. By 1917 the regiment had expanded to sixteen battalions strong and its soldiers fought not only on the Western Front but in Italy, Salonika, Mesopotamia and the Holy Land. Amongst its honours was the award of the French Croix de Guerre to the 2nd battalion and the Victoria Cross to two soldiers.
Tony's presentation will consider the role of the regiment’s battalions in some major engagements including the retreat from Mons 1914, Loos 1915, the Somme 1916 and the German offensive of 1918.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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When is The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War?
The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War takes place on Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 19:00.
Where is The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War taking place?
The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War is held at The Levinsky Theatre in Plymouth (University of Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8AA).
How much are tickets for The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War?
Tickets for The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War range from £0 to £6. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Devonshire Regiment in the Great War?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Levinsky Theatre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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Tickets for The Devonshire Regiment 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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