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The Salonika Campaign Society was formed to promote interest in the Salonika Campaign, fought in northern Greece, Serbia and Albania during 1915-1918. It aims to perpetuate the memory of those of all nations who served, whether they were members of the armed forces, medical services or civilian staff. The Society does not seek to glorify war and is neither politically nor commercially motivated. Application for membership is welcomed from anyone with like mind.

The Salonika Campaign Society traces its roots back to the Salonika Reunion Association, which existed between 1924 and 1969. This was, at heart, a veterans association, the only criteria for membership being wartime service in the Balkans. When, due to its ageing membership, the association folded, many former members wished to continue the tradition of meeting annually in London. Thus the Salonika Society was formed in 1969. This was a more informal affair welcoming descendants of veterans alongside those who had served. After 23 years, with membership declining, the Society was wound up. Yet again, however, a small group continued meeting annually to lay a wreath at the Cenotaph and attend overseas reunions. The Salonika Campaign Society is now continuing this tradition and encourages all new members with an interest in the campaign.

Updated March 2010 by Robin Braysher, webeditor@salonikacampaignsociety.org.uk