This splendid and timely book will be invaluable to those visiting the
battlefields, sites, museums, memorials and cemeteries of France and
Belgium. It is intended for those planning and leading school groups and
similar parties but is also ideal for individual/family visitors.
Rather than list every site etc it provides realistic itineraries to the
best places in the two major areas of the Somme and Ypres. Even these
are flexible to allow party leaders suitable discretion.
The author provides helpful information for each site such as its
context in the War, visitor orientation, the 'spiel' (the essential
facts to engage, inform and entertain), suggested activity and relevant
photos and maps.
This combines to make every visit of maximum benefit and interest and
yet reduce the workload of the party leaders.
There are also valuable tips for lunch breaks, free time ideas and other
helpful pointers.