2014 marks 100 years since the start of World War One.
The centenary will be observed in a variety of ways on the Island.
Manx National Heritage has spent the last 18 months putting together an exhibition and accompanying book, 'This Terrible Ordeal'.
The exhibition opens on February 8 and Social History curator Matthew Richardson says it's crucial we acknowledge this important year:
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