- DURATION 60 mins
Event Description
"Dad's Army" is one of the classics of British comedy, which, at its height, was watched by 18 million viewers.
It follows the hilarious antics of the men of the Walmington-on-Sea homeward platoon during the Second World War.
But aside from the laughter, did you know that 5 of the core 7 men in the cast served their country in uniform during WW2?
Two were officers, 1 was a sergeant-major. 1 was a prisoner of war.
Two of them had asp served in the First World War.
Of the wider “Dad’s Army” team one made parts for Spitfires, one was in the army of occupation in Japan and one flew in Lancaster bombers.
This is the story of the real wartime service of the “Dad’s Army” cast..and its writers too.
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (no replay available)
Meet the Host, Chris
Chris Green (aka The History Chap) is a History graduate with a passion for telling stories from British history and make the past come to life.
His YouTube channel (The History Chap) has over 1 million views a month and he has recently launched a podcast channel by the same name.
His website is: www.thehistorychap.com
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