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Fought between 1756 and 1763, this conflict can claim to be the original 'world war'. Franco-British fighting in North America and India became part of a general war in Europe with far-reaching consequences.

Discover the story of the Princess Mary Gift Tin in this family-friendly, festive First World War activity.

Explore the story of conscription from its origins before the First World War, through National Service and beyond.

Discover the diverse range of soldiers who contributed to Britain's First World War effort in Palestine.

Follow this gallery trail to find out more about Remembrance and the lives of soldiers during the First World War.

Experience some of the ways that civilians were persuaded and pressured to enlist in the Army during the First World War.

Discover the diverse range of soldiers who contributed to Britain's First World War effort on the Western Front.

In the autumn of 1914, British soldiers fought alongside the Japanese in China. Their goal was the German naval base at Tsingtao, which finally fell in November after a two-month siege.

Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig commanded the British Army when it achieved arguably its greatest victories, those over the Germans on the Western Front. But for many his leadership was marked by unacceptable losses.

This unit was formed as the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps in 1917 to free up more men to fight in the First World War. It was the first time women had served in the British Army other than as nurses.

Follow this gallery trail to find out more about the role of the British Army during the Second World War.

During 1915, the British and French undertook a series of unsuccessful attacks against the Germans on the Western Front. For both sides it was a tough learning experience.