The First World War changed the lives of people around the world and caused the deaths of millions. It was a battle between Empires to maintain their power. This is Bristol’s story. It’s not about global politics or the battles fought, but about people’s lives. Thousands of troops and wounded soldiers came and went. Men volunteered. Some refused to fight. Women took on new roles. Refugees arrived. Old industries thrived and new ones started. People were moved by conflict, and the city changed.