Figures broken down

 

When examined by year, the Roll of Honour shows how the impact of the war on the men of Mumbles intensified as the conflict progressed. Losses in 1914 were comparatively few, reflecting the opening months of the war, but numbers rose sharply in 1915 and remained high through 1916. The heaviest losses occurred in 1917 and 1918, years marked by prolonged and costly fighting on several fronts. A small number of deaths recorded after 1918 reflect the lingering effects of war, including wounds and illness suffered during service. Together, the yearly figures illustrate the increasing scale and sustained human cost of the conflict for the community of Mumbles

Honour by month highlights clear patterns in the timing of loss among the men of Mumbles during and immediately after the First World War. Deaths occurred throughout the year, but were most frequent in the spring and autumn, with April and October showing the highest numbers. These peaks correspond with periods of intensified military operations on multiple fronts. Losses were notably lower during the winter months, particularly in December and January. The monthly distribution reflects the rhythm of the war itself, shaped by campaigning seasons, major offensives, and the enduring hardships faced by those who served.

 

The Roll of Honour reveals the global extent of service and sacrifice made by the men of Mumbles during the First World War. The majority are buried or commemorated in France, reflecting the central role of the Western Front, with Belgium also strongly represented, particularly through the memorials of the Ypres Salient. A significant number of men are commemorated in the United Kingdom, often having died of wounds, illness, or after returning home. Smaller numbers lie in or are remembered across a wide range of countries, including Iraq, Italy, Greece, Malta, the Netherlands, South Africa, Turkey, and the lands of Israel and Palestine. Together, these locations illustrate how a small coastal community was directly connected to a conflict that spanned continents and oceans.