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12:00 - 12:45
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Thu, 25 June
49. WW2 at Sea Convoys
Guildhall
Convoys were the lifeline of the Allied war effort, keeping vital supplies moving, sustaining Britain through its darkest hours, and countering the deadly threat of submarine warfare. Yet their significance is often eclipsed by more dramatic moments such as D-Day or the great land campaigns. In this illuminating talk, Master Mariner Chris Gatenby assesses the often-overlooked human side of the war at sea. He shines a light on the Merchant Navy crews whose courage and endurance kept Britain afloat, exploring the harsh realities of life at sea, the mechanics of convoy operations, and the ever-present danger posed by U-boats.
