On this day in 1918, a general strike was held in Dublin in protest against plans for Irish conscription, and in Folkestone, Gabriel finds that nothing goes his way.

Written by Sarah Daniels

On this day in 1918, the Women's Land Army held a rally in London, while in Folkestone, Alice's life hits a new low.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, Nina Boyle claimed a 'moral triumph' after her nomination to run as an MP was rejected, and in Folkestone, one of Esme's wishes comes true.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, the Ministry of National Service announced that they would conscript a further 50,000 coal miners, and in Folkestone, Adam Wilson needs to get away.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, Ambassador Lichnowsky accused German secret agents of working against him in his efforts to avert the war, and in Folkestone, Edie and Marion's undercover work pays off.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, the upper age of conscription was raised to fifty, and in Folkestone, Sylvia Graham suddenly feels very old.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, the National Council of Public Morals launched an inquiry into the growth of illegitimate births, and in Folkestone Gabriel is pursuing his own crusade.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, the Women's National Anti-Suffrage League was officially dissolved, and in Folkestone, Walter has reconsidered his position.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, the Archbishop of Canterbury expressed concerns about the moral well-being of British troops, and in Folkestone, Alice receives a letter from France.

Written by Lucy Catherine

On this day in 1918, MP John Dillon warned that the new conscription bill would lead to further food shortages, and in Folkestone, Marieke is fed up.

Written by Lucy Catherine