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In this episode of Veterans Voices UK, we revisit one of the most extraordinary moments of the First World War, the Christmas Truce of 1914. When amid the bitter cold, the mud-filled trenches and the horrors of war, soldiers from opposing sides laid down their weapons to share an unexpected and fleeting moment of peace.
This episode brings that remarkable story to life through the words of those who witnessed it. We’ll hear letters written by soldiers describing the carols sung, the gifts exchanged, and the humanity that emerged in the midst of unimaginable hardship. Their voices offer us a glimpse into a unique moment in our history, a moment when humanity and hope rose above the chaos of war, even if only for a brief moment.
In this episode, we feature Ian Bailey MM, a Falklands War Veteran and former Parachute Regiment section commander. Growing up in North Wales, Ian...
We are privileged to share an interview with Arthur Perkins, recorded just weeks before his 100th birthday. It was part of the research for...
At 100 years old, Arthur Walker looks back on a century shaped by war, resilience and quiet service. In this moving episode of Veterans...