WW1 Project – Final Event

The culmination of many months of work saw our WW1 project been celebrated with a final event that was held on the 16th June 2015.

The project was about the people of Rotherham who were left at home after the troops departed for the trenches. We have looked at several aspects; how the absence of the men changed the lives and lifestyles of the women, both at home and in the workplace. How the towns industry developed to support the war effort was also featured predominantly.

Thanks are tendered to the Heritage Lottery Fund who have funded this project which will leave a lasting record of the research which has been undertaken by some remarkable young students (see RCAT and Wingfield pages in particular). In addition, the equipment purchased will allow continuing research work to be conducted.

Final Event – 16th June 2015

We hope you will enjoy looking at these photos of our final celebration, either by looking for your own photo, or those of the cast who performed so brilliantly.

Mac McPherson of Rotherham MCVC greeting Maggie Clark.
The Mayor of Rotherham Cllr Maggie Clark and Commissioner Manzie arrive at RCAT to be met by Lt Col Mac McPherson, Mike Webster and Mac McKenney.
Sea Cadets and Air Training Corps provide Guard of Honour for the arrival of guests.
The Band of the South Yorkshire Police, under the direction of Leigh Baker.
Opening and closing address from Col Mac and the Mayor.
Presentation of awards to students of Wingfield Academy, for their outstanding contribution to the WW1 project and the team from RCAT Media.
Some of the Wingfield performers – who did so well!
A full house, very much appreciated and enjoyed by some proud parents and supporters.
Presentations to Becki Travis and Sara Hall from Wingfield and RCAT, along with Karen Castle who led the media team.
  The after performance buffet seemed popular.
Two Ex Horse Gunners – on time , on target – either one but you can’t have both!
Cool crew from the media department.
Cllr Kath Simms, Christine Majer and Mr Clark in debate
Mike Webster & Mac McKenney in conversation with the Mayor.

Thanks to HLF, RCAT Media team, Wingfield Academy and the hundreds of students who have been involved in this project.

Watch Our Event Video

The following video was filmed during the final event of our WW1 Project.

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