There are many ways to help preserve the memory of WWII veterans in the United Kingdom. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.
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"Adding my grandfather's story to the registry was deeply moving. Now his sacrifice is preserved for my children to see."
— Maria K., London
"I help translate veteran biographies from Russian to English. It's a small thing, but it connects communities across languages."
— James T., Edinburgh
"Organising the march in Manchester last year brought together people I never would have met otherwise. It's truly a community."
— Dmitry S., Manchester
Become the platform anchor in your UK region — coordinate 9 May activities, onboard local families, and build partnerships with schools and community organisations. 81 regions are open.
See the role →Create a memorial page for your WWII veteran relative. Upload their photo, add their name, military service details, and biography. Every story matters.
Start adding →Browse photos of unidentified soldiers and help match names to faces. If you recognise someone, contact us with any information you may have.
Browse cases →Help us make the platform accessible to both English and Russian speakers. We need volunteer translators for articles, biographies, and documents.
Contact us →Not at all! Most volunteer roles only require English. Bilingual volunteers are especially valued for translation work, but there are plenty of ways to contribute in English alone.
As much or as little as you like. Adding a single veteran takes about 15 minutes. Some volunteers help for a few hours before Victory Day, while others contribute throughout the year.
Yes! Many of our volunteers are based overseas. You can add veterans, translate content, and contribute stories from anywhere in the world.
If you have a unique skill or idea that could help the My Regiment UK community, we'd love to hear from you.
Get in TouchStart or help organise a commemoration event, wreath-laying ceremony, or march in your region. We can help you coordinate and promote it.
Get in touch →Scan wartime photos, letters, and documents from your family archive. Digital copies ensure these priceless materials are preserved for future generations.
Learn how →Share your knowledge of WWII history, the Immortal Regiment movement, or personal stories. We welcome bilingual submissions from community members.
Submit article →The simplest way to participate — visit a veteran's memorial page and light a virtual candle to honour their memory and sacrifice.
Browse veterans →Help improve the platform itself. We need web developers, designers, and data specialists. The project is open-source and community-driven.
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