History of the 1/4th Battalion Duke of Wellington's (West Riding) Regiment, 1914-1919.

This carefully compiled volume brings listeners into the world of a Yorkshire Territorial battalion as it answered the call of war in 1914. Written by the unit’s former adjutant, the narrative draws on the official war diary, preserved records, and vivid personal memories of officers and rank‑and‑file alike. The author’s meticulous cross‑checking with senior veterans ensures a trustworthy and intimate portrait of the men who served.

The story begins with the rush of mobilisation, the hurried drills, and the journey across the Channel to the mud‑filled fields of Ypres. Early chapters recount the battalion’s first encounters with artillery fire, the strain of living in the infamous Cloth Hall area, and the bonds forged in the trenches during the wet months of 1915. Listeners will hear the voices of those who survived, gaining insight into the daily routines, hardships, and quiet moments of courage that defined the unit’s early war experience.