Historian, Broadcaster, Educator

One of the UK’s most exciting military historians, Andy Robertshaw reveals what life was like on the frontline of history. Andy provides a unique, interactive illustration of military life for groups of all ages. He is a world-renowned expert on the First World War, and on trench warfare and medicine in the trenches, in particular.   He is currently working on the Hawthorne Ridge Crater project, @HawthorneRidgeCA ( see Archaeology page for more details)
Next Event: 6 December 2018  Daytime lecture for school students and evening public lecture, Westcliff School for Boys, Essex
View the ‘Life in the Trenches’ DVD – https://youtu.be/aHLqxVUwxgs

“Andy Robertshaw’s enthusiasm for the subject is contagious and each year my students come back inspired, with a concrete understanding of the subject. …. I cannot think of a better way for students to experience World War One”. Institute Notre Dame, Saint Germain-en-Laye, France

“The students really appreciated his enthusiasm, commitment, depth of knowledge and range of props – they were utterly engaged throughout . We would be delighted to invite him back.” Tonbridge Grammar School

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“Who would have thought that I would get to cock and shoot a Lee Enfield rifle in my classroom! Andy Robertshaw’s experience was amazing and I would really recommend a visit to help you learn about the real war.”   Patrick

“Mr Robertshaw brought the whole four years of WW1 to life in one morning! I never imagined how much equipment one soldier would have to carry….It was amazing and we all learned a lot. Mr Robertshaw knows a lot of information and makes it funny and memorable!   Amelie

The First World War Experience

“Thank you for a superb session. After a heavy morning of classes, it had to be something good to keep everyone’s attention. It was surprising how much some of them already knew about the trenches but you gave such detail and so graphically that it was all new. I’ve never seen a child so excited as when one of them worked out everything about your grandfather.

I hope we can arrange another talk before too long.”

King’s School, Chiswick

First World War Trenches