The Battle of the Atlantic , the human story by David Hearn
In May 2023, a three-day event in Liverpool and Wirral commemorated the 80th anniversary of The Battle of the Atlantic.
This paid tribute to those who battled at sea and on land to bring supplies to the UK in the most challenging of times. The battle would continue right up to VE Day in 1945 but 1943 marked a crucial turning point in WW. II.
Hear the often, untold story of the civilians in the Merchant Navy who triumphed against a resourceful enemy despite the many difficulties in their way.
At home in the Liverpool and Wirral region, an army of civilian men and women struggled to keep the port working through the Blitz . Young women of the Women’s Royal Navy Service in the Western Approaches HQ, taught anti-submarine warfare and plotted courses. Older people came forward to fill the gaps left by those fighting in the armed services.
The spirit of determination and commitment was matched by the ordinary population battling to keep going as the Blitz raged around them.
“I see the damage done by the enemy attacks, but I also see… the spirit of an unconquered people.”
This battle, the longest and most complicated naval campaign in history was won by the most unlikely combination of civilians, women and older people.
This is a prized opportunity to learn of how human fortitude and sacrifice gave us the future we craved.
Please do lend your support!
Please register by 6pm Thursday 19th July at heswallu3a.speakers@gmail.com
Monday 24th July
9.30 Doors open Membership cards ready please!
£2.00 Entry includes drink and biscuit. Have your money ready please!
10.30 Speaker Presentation
