The War Graves Photographic Project

News & Information

FAQ's

Q. I cannot find my relation I am looking for yet I know for a fact he was killed in the war?
A. We do not display the names of War Dead we do not hold a photograph of. Please return at a later date to see if we have photographed that cemetery or memorial.

Q. How can I help the project?
A. Contact Steve or Derek via the email addresses on the 'Contact Us' page.

Q. Can you conduct research.
A. We have limited facilities as we are a volunteer organisation and research takes a lot of time. We can provide 'pointers'

Q. Why should I donate to obtain a copy of a photograph.
A. Refer to 'Search' page for explanation.

Q. I have submitted photographs but cannot see them on site yet?
A. The site went live in Feb 08. Each photograph has to be reduced in size (thumbnails) manually to load onto the site. With over 1 Million images this will take some time but to view an example look at Turin Cemetery. In the first instance details will be loaded up which can be completed considerably faster.

Q. Can I view a list of outstanding cemeteries to be completed?
A. Due to numbers it would be impossible to keep this updated on site. Please 'Contact Us' if you would like to help in particular areas.

Q. The images on site are not that clear. If I order one are they of the same quality?
A. The images on site have been reduced in quality to allow you to view them quickly. Uploading large images takes an age. The image you will receive, (providing the wording was clear on the stone) will be high resolution. (click here to view an example high resolution image.)

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Note: In most cases images will be of an even higher quality than the example below.

Q. When requesting a name on a memorial do I just receive a picture of the memorial or the actual name?
A. You will receive a photo of the panel on which the name is engraved and a picture of the memorial as well.

Q. I would like to donate to help maintain this worthwhile project, How can I help?
A. Monetary or equipment donations would be very much appreciated. Contact Steve via the 'Contact Us' page.

Q. I am a relation of the casualty and would like to visit the grave if possible. How can I arrange this?
A. The Royal British Legion have arranged visits as part of the 2009/10 Lottery funded 'Heroes Return' programme. Go to this website for further details www.heroesreturn2.org.uk.