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Legacy of courage and rescue

May 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Legacy of Courage and Rescue: 80 Years Since the End of World War II. A panel discussion organised by the British Czech and Slovak Association, the Memorial Association for Free Czechoslovak Veterans and the Embassy of the Slovak Republic. Join us as we reflect on the heroism, suffering, and hope that emerged from one of the most defining moments of the 20th century.

The event will also include the official presentation of the exhibition “Slovak Memorials to Victims of the II World War”

We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of remembrance, dialogue, and historical reflection.

Panelists:

Gerry Manolas  chair, Memorial Association for Free Czechoslovak Veterans

The Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade (Dunkirk)

Film Siege Soldiers- Fortress Dunkirk by George Scott

Sylvia Daintrey on the role of Herbert Lowit in the surrender of Dunkirk

Film Parade of Hope

 

Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines –  The Kindertransport

 

Magdalena Luscombe and Nina Buckley –  RAF Pilots (Václav Robert Bozděch and Antis)

 

Entry to this event is free but registration is essential, see booking link below

This event will take place in person and will also be livestreamed.

Light refreshments will be served afterwards.

Organiser

BCSA

Venue

Slovak Embassy
25 Kensington Palace Gardens
London, W8 4QY United Kingdom
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