Dunkirk: Miracle or Disaster?

Examaine the facts behind one of Britain's greatest war stories, with local academic Alan Denny.

The evacuation of Dunkirk between 26 May and 4 June 1940, where small boats from Britain bravely crossed the channel to rescue their soldeirs in France. A triumph eulogised in books and film, and an event very special in Southend's own history.. so why have some historians portrayed it as a disaster? How did Germany view the events? Was it simply fake news and wartime propaganda? What is the truth? Examine the evidence and come to your own conclusions!

The second of four free lectures a the Beecroft Art Gallery, hosted by Southend Adult Community College and Southend Museums.

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