Presentation
Fort Brockhurst, Gunners Way, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4DS
In this short but meaningful talk, Joyce Brown will recount how her relative, Reginald Westbrook, lost his life in the Battle of The Somme.
Reginald was a Gosport Fireman and had no need to go to war. But he did his duty. A very moving tribute was paid to him in 1919 and you’ll be able to see the newspaper report on that. Joyce will also show his medals and the Widow’s Penny with his name inscribed on it.
Fort Brockhurst is an appropriate and atmospheric setting for this talk because it was a Demob station for returning troops at the end Great War of hostilities 1914-18.
Duration approx 60 mins
OPENING TIMES
Please note that this is an Event from 2018
ACCESS
Ramped access for wheelchairs and buggies, Surface areas are cobble, shingle and wood. Dogs, including service dogs on leads are welcome. Disabled parking on site by prior arrangement – please call 07932 732865
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
You can also hear this talk at the 1st Light cafe on Friday 14th September at 1900
ORGANISED BY
Joyce Brown
MAP/DIRECTIONS (Approximate)
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Fort Brockhurst, Gunners Way, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4DS
