We Are The Legion

Join author and historian Julie Summers as she explores the intriguing history of the Royal British Legion.

The Royal British Legion is one of the UK’s leading military charities. For 100 years, they have worked to support the lives of service personnel and their loved ones, be that through advice, rehabilitation or advocacy. 

In this insightful talk, Julie Summers will highlight key moments in the charity’s history, revealing how the organisation has changed over the years, and how it has adapted to help those who need it most.

Julie Summers is a bestselling author and historian. Her books include: 'The Colonel of Tamarkan', a biography of her grandfather, who built the ‘real’ bridge on the River Kwai; 'Stranger in the House', a social history of servicemen reuniting with their families after the Second World War; and 'When the Children Came Home', which tells the story of returning evacuees. Her book 'Jambusters' was the inspiration for ITV’s hit drama series 'Home Fires', which ran for two seasons in 2015–16.

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