History of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission - Sir Ian Garnett LECTURE

Haslemere Festival 2019 20/05/2019 History of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. The Imperial War Graves Commission came into being on the 21st May 1917. Now known as the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, it is responsible for caring the graves of those who died in both World Wars. Today, it is responsible for 1.7 million causalities worldwide, and maintains 2500 war cemeteries and territories. This illustrated talk, by Admiral Sir Ian Garnett, will explain the origins of the Commission, its early history, including the controversy that surrounded its formation, and the principles and responsibilities that govern its work around the world. Sir Ian was both a Commissioner and the Vice Chairman of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Filmed and Edited by Will Pattenden Booking Tickets: Box Office 01428 642161 Unless stated otherwise, tickets for Festival events are obtained from: Haslemere Hall Box Office, GU27 2AS Email [email protected] Visitors are particularly welocme to Haslemere and the Festival. Accomodation details (including Hotels and B&B) can ne found on the Visitor Information Centre website www.haslemere.com/vic Haslemere Festival, Registered Charity No. 1104757 Company No. 04918368 Limited by Guarantee