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Nov 4, 2014 · Stories featuring deaf people of that period have remained largely hidden but have been pulled together by See Hear ahead of Remembrance Sunday. When the war broke out, sentries were deployed...
Dec 7, 2012 · Deaf People in the First World War. When the First World War began, the editor of the British Deaf Times (BDT), Joseph Hepworth, discussed the war, and among other things what possiblities there might be for Deaf people to help with the war effort (Vol. 11 p.204-6).
Nov 4, 2014 · This year has seen many commemorations of the centenary of World War One. It was one of history’s deadliest conflicts, claiming millions of lives. Stories featuring deaf people of that period have remained largely hidden but have been pulled together by See Hear ahead of Remembrance Sunday.
Oct 23, 2014 · Before WW1, deafness was stigmatized and deaf people were often assumed to also be mentally disabled. It was not thought possible to cure or assist those who were deaf from birth.
1914 - 1918: Deaf People during World War I (UK) Our knowledge of deaf people in the Great War is limited to newspapers, deaf periodicals, military records and photographs. Film cameras were not widely used, so there is no recorded history, signed or spoken, from deaf people themselves.
Nov 4, 2014 · The untold stories of deaf people in WWI. An entry on the BBC Ouch blog on the fates of deaf ex-soldiers. When the war broke out, sentries were deployed across the country and security was tightened. But many deaf people were unaware of the new rules … and paid for it with their lives.
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Apr 22, 2024 · The heroes mentioned here are just a few of the many who have made significant contributions to Deaf history and culture. Their stories inspire not only those within the Deaf community but also the wider world, highlighting the universal themes of resilience, innovation, and empowerment.
