Non-combatants – Really? Decorated Bandsmen, 1914-45

When:
November 5, 2013 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2013-11-05T14:00:00+00:00
2013-11-05T15:00:00+00:00
Where:
Guildhall Library
Aldermanbury
London EC2V
UK
Cost:
Free

British Military bands are renowned around the world for the quality of their music. Less well known are the battlefield experiences of their musicians during the World Wars. This talk by Stephen Mason of the International Military Music Society will describe some examples of their acts of bravery. Booking essential.