This was a friendly and lively event with 1940's memorabilia and clothing stalls, displays, and a civilian vehicle display for visitors. The Blitz Sisters, a popular singing duo, recreated the music of the 1940's, entertaining us all and made this a memorable day! The Blitz Sisters, who recently appeared at Northampton and Lamport Steam Railway can be contacted by event organisers on Facebook:The BlitzSisters or via their website at WWW.The BlitzSisters.co.uk.
The re-enactors also helped set the scene with a greater than usual naval presence at the event, although there were also lots of people in "40's civies". Photo's from this event are on The Homefront War Weekend at Rushden page.
The fourth service was also present to represent the hazardous work of the Merchant Navy during World War Two including bringing food, fuel and ammunition from America to Britain and transporting troops. Campaigning by the Merchant Navy Association has brought recognition to the role of the Merchant Navy, and presently they're busy with lobbying activities to achieve official recognition for their veterans to march alongside HM Forces Vets on Rememberance Sunday. You can find out more about the Merchant Navy Association and it's activities at WWW.red-duster.co..uk. or there's more advice and guideance for veterans and their families at www.veterans-uk.info.
