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THE Christmas Truce continues to inspire and intrigue those who hear about the meeting of opposing troops in 1914 for an informal truce involving the singing of carols and exchange of gifts. On this site you'll find many letters written by soldiers who took part in the truce. The letters have been transcribed by our volunteers. Read this overview of the truce for an introduction to the subject.

NEW ITALIAN BOOK ON TRUCE

La Tregua Do Natale Del 1914 is the title of a new Italian book on the Christmas Truce. It's the good work of Antonio Besana and although it was not published for commerical reasons it can be obtained from the publisher at www.edizionilibreriamilitare.com. Our thanks to Antonio for forwarding us a couple of copies for our 'museum' of Truce works. Find out more on Antonio's website.

OH HOLY NIGHT

A DELIGHTFUL new book has been published from Christian author Mike C. Snow - and what a delight it is! It includes many of the letters transcribed by our volunteers and also very apposite religious quotations. There are also the lyrics of some of the songs and hymns sung during the truce. And it's all beautifully illustrated. This is a book that would definitely be a treat to own - and to give as a Christmas present. Details on Mike's website.

CHRISTMAS TRUCE BY K B HANCOCK

AND while we are talking about ideal Christmas presents, how about this delightful print of one of artist K B Hancock's depiction of the Christmas Truce? We think the artist has caught something of the humble simplicity of the occasion but also beautifully-caught the atmosphere. There are a number of prints you can choose from depicting not only the truce but also other scenes from World War One.

YOU can buy a copy of our book, Not A Shot Was Fired, which includes many of the letters discovered by our volunteers.

MASTHEAD PICTURE courtesy of The Salient Remembrance Detachment.