Book details roles of Bognor Regis, Bersted, Felpham and Pagham in war

A book is being compiled on the role Bognor Regis, Bersted, Felpham and Pagham played in the first world war.
By The Newsroom
Published 12th Oct 2009, 15:51 BST
Updated 7th Jun 2018, 17:44 BST

Researched and written by Sussex historian Cliff Mewett, it covers life on the home front as well as the war itself.

Mr Mewett said: "Hundreds of men volunteered or were conscripted to the colours from this area, and their stories, including acts of heroism and bravery perhaps never before related, are told."

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Anyone who had ancestors living in Bognor Regis, Bersted, Felpham or Pagham who served in the 1914-18 war in the Army, Royal Navy, Royal Naval Air Service, Royal Flying Corps or Royal Air Force can have them included and commemorated in the book.

Photographs are particularly welcomed and if borrowed will be returned promptly.

Mr Mewett can be contacted on 01243 867273 in the evening and at weekends.

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