Wednesday, June 12

Dunkirk: Miracle or Disaster?

The evacuation of Dunkirk is one of Britain's greatest war stories.. or is it? You decide!

By Southend Museums

Date and time

Wednesday, June 12 · 2 - 3:30pm GMT+1

Location

Beecroft Art Gallery

Victoria Avenue Southend-on-Sea SS2 6EX United Kingdom

About this event

1 hour 30 minutes

Examaine the facts behind one of Britain's greatest war stories, with local academic Alan Denny.

The evacuation of Dunkirk between 26 May and 4 June 1940, where small boats from Britain bravely crossed the channel to rescue their soldeirs in France. A triumph eulogised in books and film, and an event very special in Southend's own history.. so why have some historians portrayed it as a disaster? How did Germany view the events? Was it simply fake news and wartime propaganda? What is the truth? Examine the evidence and come to your own conclusions!

The second of four free lectures a the Beecroft Art Gallery, hosted by Southend Adult Community College and Southend Museums.

If you are interested in courses at Southend Adult Community College, click here.

Frequently asked questions

What time does the lecture start?

The talk will begin at 2pm, and last for approximately an hour and a half.

Will I be able to look around the gallery and museum before/after the lecture?

Yes, the Beecroft Art Gallery and Southend Central Museum (next door) are free entry, and open 11am-5pm Wednesday to Sunday. The lecture will be touching on topics relevant to Southend Museums' collections, so we do recommend visiting while you're on site.

Is the lecture theatre accessible?

Yes, access to the lecture theatre, which is on the ground floor of the Beecroft Art Gallery, is fully step free, and there are wheelchair friendly spaces at the front. The rest of the seating is tiered, so it is possible to access front row seats with just one step.

What age is the lecture suitable for?

The talk is suitable for ages 11+.

Organized by

Southend Museums