“Remembrance has to be something that carries on no matter how many years go by.”

This week, we speak with Steve Smith, a veteran battlefield guide and author who has dedicated his career to uncovering the personal stories of the Great War. Steve shares the journey of tracing his own great-grandfather’s service, the unique challenges of personalizing tours for families traveling from across the Atlantic, and the enduring power of the Menin Gate ceremony.

In this episode:
– Discover how digital trench maps and original war diaries allow Steve to guide families to a specific field and pinpoint the exact position where their relative served, transforming anonymous history into a deeply personal pilgrimage
– Explore the enduring mystery of the 5th Battalion Norfolk Regiment, a unit that disappeared from sight at Gallipoli in 1915, leading to theories ranging from wartime executions to extraterrestrial abductions
– Hear about the “torch of remembrance” and the next generation, as Steve explains how he engages school groups to ensure that the stories of the fallen continue to resonate a century later