We Remember
WW2 Escape Lines Memorial Society
Honouring the helpers, escapers and evaders who formed Europe’s escape lines during the Second World War. We preserve their stories, walk the commemorative trails and pass the history to new generations.
- Registered Charity No. 1148116
- 2024 European Award for Citizenship, Security & Defence
- Freedom Trails & Education for the next generation
Our Focus
Commemorate
We safeguard the legacy of those who risked everything to support and guide Allied servicemen and others to freedom. Memorials, Freedom Trails and annual gatherings, events, research and publicity ensure that their courage is never forgotten.
Educate
ELMS works with educational establishments, the military and cadets, researchers and others to share activities, research and information.
Support
Memberships, donations and volunteering enable us to share the history of the veterans and helpers by maintaining and updating our archives, developing our resources and commemorative trails, and engagement with students and families of veterans and escape line helpers.
Explore ELMS
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Escape Lines
Explore the clandestine routes, guides and safe houses that helped Allied evaders reach freedom.
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Freedom Trails
Follow the commemorative walking routes that keep the history of the escape lines visible today.
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How ELMS Began
Discover the Society's origins in the Home Run events and Reunions which brought helpers and escapers back together.
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European Award
Celebrate ELMS being honoured with the 2024 European Award for Citizenship, Security and Defence.
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Memorial to the Helpers
Visit Eden Camp and the National Memorial Arboretum to view our tributes to helpers and evaders.
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Museum Displays
Explore our permanent displays and travelling exhibitions to view artefacts and stories.
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Membership
Join the Society to receive newsletters, event invitations and help sustain our commemorative work.
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Working with ELMS
Find out how to collaborate on trails, research projects, school visits and commemorative events.
Stay Connected
Follow ELMS on Facebook for event updates, reunion photos and Freedom Trail reports.
Subscribe to our newsletter via the membership page to receive the latest commemorative journal and research highlights.