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SUMMARY:Duplex Drive Tanks of World War II, with Stuart Burgess
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DESCRIPTION:Following on from the U3A AGM, Stuart Burgess from Time and
Tide Museum will be giving an illustrated talk about the
secret amphibious tanks that were used during World War II for
D-Day and river crossing operations. Stuart formerly managed
Fritton Lake where the Duplex Drive Tank crews trained during
1943. The tanks were
modified with canvas screens and
propellers to enable them to float. Stuart will show rare
photographs, military films and discuss the development of
these specialised weapons and their effectiveness during the
War.
LOCATION:The Cut Arts Centre, Halesworth IP19 8BY
ORGANIZER:The Cut Arts Centre
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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Duplex Drive Tanks of World War II, with Stuart Burgess
on Tuesday, 15th October 2024
Venue:
The Cut Arts Centre, Halesworth
IP19 8BY link
Following on from the U3A AGM, Stuart Burgess from Time and Tide Museum will be giving an illustrated talk about the secret amphibious tanks that were used during World War II for D-Day and river crossing operations. Stuart formerly managed Fritton Lake where the Duplex Drive Tank crews trained during 1943. The tanks were
modified with canvas screens and propellers to enable them to float. Stuart will show rare photographs, military films and discuss the development of these specialised weapons and their effectiveness during the War.
modified with canvas screens and propellers to enable them to float. Stuart will show rare photographs, military films and discuss the development of these specialised weapons and their effectiveness during the War.
Ticket Details: Ticket £4 / Halesworth U3A members FREE
To know more about Halesworth or for accommodation in
the area go to https://www.halesworth.net