La Roche Maurice – Massacre of Pointois Wood
During the Second World War France was occupied by German forces and Brittany was no exception. Close to the major port of Brest, La Roche Maurice, along with many French villages, has a very sad and difficult wartime history to relate.
La Roche Maurice in World War Two
Our twin village of La Roche Maurice in Brittany suffered during World War Two as did many in France. Their war memorial carries the names of 18 people who died tragically for France.
Countdown to VE Day – 1 day to go – PARTY!
With only one more day to go until the VE-Day 75th Anniversary, today we would like to remind you how you can celebrate within your own home and garden.
Countdown to VE Day – 2 days to go – Heroes
Many people lost their lives fighting in WWII, some came back alive, and others stayed and did their bit at home. Today we would like to remind you of the men and women who were the heroes.
Countdown to VE Day – 3 days to go – Dancing
Local dances were extremely important to the occupants of towns and villages throughout Britain during WWII. It was a place to meet your friends and have fun.
Countdown to VE Day – 4 days to go – Women at War
Though most women were left at home when WWII started, as their men went off to fight, a large number enlisted for the services or did vital war work.
Nursing in WWII
A short Local History of Nursing During WWII
Countdown to VE Day – 5 days to go – Evacuees
Only 5 days to go until VE-Day. Today we want to tell you about Evacuees, several of whom landed in Bishopsteignton during WWII.
Countdown to VE Day – 6 days to go – Sing for Victory
How much do YOU know about the music that was around in WWII?