1945 - Victory in the West, A Peter Caddick-Adams Event

14 Jun 2025

£55.00

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1945 - Victory in the West. A special evening with Peter Caddick Adams

You are cordially invited to a fascinating event at Lord Leycester Hospital where internationally renowned historian and author, Peter Caddick-Adams wil discuss the events of 1945 and their legacy today in conversation with Brigadier (Retired) David Patterson OBE, Commander of the 1st Fusilier Battle Group in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

This engaging evening will include a three course menu including wine, served within the medieval splendour of the Lord Leycester Hospital as well as a raffle/auction to raise funds for the Fusilier Museum Warwick. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience a remarkable historic event and reserve your spot now!

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