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***SPECIAL PRICE down from $69.99 while stocks last*** This lavishly illustrated book marks the 90th anniversary of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, which pays tribute to the 1,700,000 men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the two world wars. Charting the development of the magnificent cemeteries and memorials built in 150 countries, Remembered emphasizes the importance of the commission's work not only in commemorating the dead, but also in preserving the sites of some of the most historically significant battles of the twentieth century. AUTHOR: Brian Harris is an award-winning photographer who has worked for The Times and The Independent newspapers. Ian Hislop is the editor of Private Eye magazine. In 2005 he presented the Channel 4 TV series Not Forgotten, on First World War memorials. Julie Summers is a writer and historian. She is the author of Fearless on Everest (2000), The Shackleton Voyages (2002) and The Colonel of Tamarkan (2005). SELLING POINTS: • The first major illustrated history of its kind for almost fifty years • Includes specially commissioned images by renowned photographer Brian Harris, and a foreword by Ian Hislop • An engaging introduction to the work of the CWGC and its enduring relevance today 200 illustrations

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The first major illustrated history of its kind for 40 years - THE DAILY TELEGRAPH Brian Harris captures the serenity of the sites, but also their humanity - BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE Superb - A mixture of poignant words and beautiful - brilliant and very often artistic photographs - I would urge anyone with any interest in 20th-century war to purchase this volume - FAMILY HISTORY

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Julie Summers is a writer and historian. She is the author of Fearless on Everest (2000), The Shackleton Voyages (2002) and The Colonel of Tamarkan (2005). Brian Harris is an award-winning photographer who has worked for The Times and The Independent newspapers. Ian Hislop is the editor of Private Eye magazine. In 2005 he presented the Channel 4 TV series Not Forgotten, on First World War memorials.

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