Echoes of The Great War - WW1: Pte. Bertram Dee (1892-1917)

Echoes of the Great War is a podcast that shares the powerful true stories of men and women who served during the First World War. In each short episode, we focus on real people whose lives were changed forever by the conflict; not just through battle, but through illness, loss, and the personal cost of service.In this episode, we remember Private Bertram Dee, a young Australian farmer from Alstonville, New South Wales, who answered the call to serve but never made it to the front lines. Bertram died of illness just weeks after arriving in England, far from home and family. His story is a quiet reminder of the many lives cut short during the war — even beyond the battlefield.If you’re interested in personal histories, wartime experiences, or want to learn more about the lives behind the names on war memorials, this podcast is for you.Check out our website www.gole.org.uk