Rob Langham focuses on lesser-known aspects of Great War and transport history, aiming to bring these subjects to a wider audience in an engaging manner. He blends rigorous archival research with firsthand exploration of historical locations on foot, seeking a deeper connection to his topics. His fieldwork ranges from examining battlefield topography to tracing old railway lines. Following postgraduate studies in British and First World War history, Rob is dedicated to continuing his writing endeavors.
This book tells the story of the men and machines of the North Eastern Railway during the Great War. 18,339 members of staff, 34 per cent of the workforce, were released for military service-2,236 of those men died, and 300 received military decorations. There was even a North Eastern Railway Pals Battalion of the Northumberland Fusiliers.
This book tells the story of the largest British bomber of World War 1 and the men who flew them.
Lavishly illustrated throughout, this is the fascinating story behind one of North East England's historic railways.
Illustrated with rare and previously unpublished images, Rob Langham tells the story of this railway.