The Roll of Honour, Volume 1 : $b A biographical record of all members of His Majesty's naval and military forces who have fallen in the war

A solemn yet intimate catalogue, this volume records every officer, non‑commissioned officer and rank‑and‑file soldier of His Majesty’s forces who fell during the opening year of the war. Arranged alphabetically, it lists around 8,000 names, each accompanied by rank, regiment and the exact place and date of death, alongside a handful of portraits that bring the faces of the fallen into view.

Beyond the stark facts, the book weaves brief biographies that touch on birthplaces, schooling, family backgrounds and career highlights, enriched by excerpts from letters and commendations. Those personal details give listeners a glimpse of the lives paused in the conflict, from the youthful London recruit to the seasoned veteran returning from distant colonies.

Presented as a lasting tribute, the work invites listeners to honor the sacrifices of a generation, preserving the memory of bravery and loss for the children and grandchildren who will someday seek to understand the human cost of war.