The Battle of Britain Talk: See and touch WWII history at the Guildhall

Military historian Paul Hunt, an active member of the Royal British Legion, is coming to the Guildhall on Sunday 27^th October to showcase some of his unique and rare collection of genuine WWI and WW2 artefacts, including an authentic Enigma Machine! Paul will give a fascinating and interactive presentation during which the audience is invited to examine the items and ask questions.

His talk will delve into the Battle of Britain (July 10th – October 31st, 1940); an event which followed the German occupation of much of Continental Europe and the forced evacuation of British forces from France through Normandy, leaving Britain standing alone against the mighty onslaught. With fewer men and fewer planes, as well as numerous other disadvantages, Britain achieved what Winston Churchill later called “our finest hour,” as the Luftwaffe, led by Herman Goring, changed tactics and from previously targeting ports and airfields began to bomb cities in what became known as The Blitz.

The artefacts on show during the talk will Include relics from British Spitfires, Hurricanes, and German Messerschmitt 109s, multi-signed items from The Few and several very rare relics from the Blitz.

Paul says ‘I pride myself on having a collection of artefacts rarely seen outside museums, if at all. I feel it’s very important that this part of history is taught and never forgotten. We owe it to the men and women who gave so much for us.’

Tickets are £7.50 per person. For tickets click HERE