A monumental new history of the British conflict, published for the eighth anniversary of VE Day.

This poignant book examines the inspirations and individuals behind our nation, filled with memorials. Distinguished historian Tessa Dunlop travels across the United Kingdom, seeking a narrative of national war and national mourning, the battle against one another, and collective struggle. In this context, Lest We Forget calls upon an extraordinary number of veterans, military experts, and families of the fallen to reveal what our memorials and heroes say about us, then and now.

Why did Scotland take nearly 600 years to honor its most famous freedom fighter? When did Wellington become anti-Establishment? Who are the Glorious Dead? Can the Cenotaph remain above politics? And how is a controversial war honored?

Through testimonies of veterans and contemporary voices such as Falklands hero Simon Weston and HRH the Duke of Kent, Tessa brings to life the pride and pain involved in honoring 2,000 years of war and peace in Scotland, England, Northern Ireland, and Wales in a monumental British history.

Lest We Forget, freedom is not free.

Pages: 352, Year of Publication: 0624, Dimensions: 15.9x15.9cm