This book investigates the profound and multifaceted impact of the Great War on British silent cinema and its subsequent representation of history. The work synthesizes the expertise of leading scholars, archivists, and historians to explore how the burgeoning film industry responded to the conflict as it unfolded and how it shaped the memory of the war throughout the 1910s and 1920s. It examines the complex relationship between British silent cinema and the Great War, considering its significance for both the period and the broader representation of historical events.

The book draws upon the collective knowledge, enthusiasm, and critical insight of leading scholars, archivists, and historians specializing in British cinema. Its editors are recognized experts in the field of British silent cinema, particularly its intricate connection to the Great War and its lasting impact on popular culture. The work is significant for its examination of how the cinema industry engaged with the conflict as it happened and how it influenced the war's memory. As the Great War recedes from living memory, this collection offers a vital retrospective on its cinematic representation.