Tommy’s Trench Humour in the Great War – Stephen Barker

Soldiers often turned to humour to alleviate the stress of life in the trenches. Jokes, puns, and satirical songs were a part of the soldiers’ oral culture. Much of the humour was lost on those outside the soldiers’ group, but it resonated with the soldiers and allowed them to cope with the strain of service and combat. 

Date

Jan 13 2026
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Time

7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Location

Ed Shed, The Folk of Gloucester
Ed Shed, The Folk of Gloucester
99-101 Westgate Street, Gloucester
Website
https://thefolkofgloucester.co.uk/

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