We Are The Legion: The Royal British Legion at 100

The Royal British Legion is the UK's leading military charity, formed in 1921 to provide welfare to soldiers returning from the First World War. We Are the Legion is the first book to look at the Legion's hundred-year history, telling the extraordinary story of support to servicemen and women in the UK and around the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

The Royal British Legion, established in 1921 to provide welfare to soldiers returning from the First World War, has emerged as the UK's leading military charity. In May 2021, the Legion will commemorate its centenary, marking a century of unwavering support to servicemen and women in the UK and across the globe. We Are the Legion, the first comprehensive book on the Legion's history, delves into the extraordinary tale of assistance provided to servicemen and women, encompassing a wide range of needs, from finding employment and housing to healing the physical and psychological wounds of conflict.

Over the past few years, the Legion has undergone a remarkable transformation, moving from an organization of seasoned veterans to a modern, media-savvy charity at the forefront of remembrance efforts. At the same time, it has become a powerful voice in lobbying the government for improved pensions and conducting cutting-edge research in rehabilitation. The Legion collaborates closely with other leading charities to provide comprehensive welfare support.

We Are the Legion encompasses every facet of the Legion's work, from the history of the poppy to its international connections, its role in fostering peace between nations, and its latest initiatives in rehabilitation and support. The book also uncovers lesser-known aspects of the Legion's history, such as the establishment of rehabilitation villages or the misguided trip to Germany in the 1930s aimed at fostering friendship between nations.

Richly illustrated with over 350 images, including an extraordinary collection of early poppy designs, Legion posters, and unseen archive shots, the book also features original photography specially commissioned for the project.

In conclusion, We Are the Legion is a captivating and informative journey through the history of the Royal British Legion, a charity that has tirelessly served servicemen and women for a century. Through its unwavering commitment to support, remembrance, and welfare, the Legion has made an indelible impact on the lives of countless individuals and communities. As we celebrate its centenary, let us honor the legacy of the Legion and continue to support its vital work for generations to come.

Weight: 1062g
Dimension: 197 x 255 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788165792
Edition number: Main