Making mud requires a surprising amount of water to get the right consistency. Plus, straw is essential; it binds everything together and prevents cracking when it dries. Who knew mud could be so technical? #MudMaking #DIY #Construction #BuildingMaterials #Crafting | Timeline - World History

This weekend marks the centenary of #WWI Battle of #Passchendaele - Ian Hislop and Nick Newman will be presenting The Wipers Times in Ypres, Belgium to commemorate. Tune in to BBC News at 10 O'Clock to see some of the highlights. https://goo.gl/yBWa0c | Northern Stage

Learn more about the First World War's bitter Battle of Passchendaele #Passchendaele100 For many people over the years, the bloody Battle of Passchendaele has come to be synonymous with the horrors of trench warfare during the First World War. The mud, blasted terrain and heavy loss of life has served as a powerful illustration of the horrendous conditions faced by so many soldiers who fought on the Western Front during the 1914-1918 conflict. Watch our evocative video about the Battle of Passch