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Bren Gun Carriers parading past The Arcade, Bognor, 1941

Bren Gun Carriers parading past The Arcade, Bognor, 1941


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Bren Gun Carriers parading past The Arcade, Bognor, 1941

High Street. For the War Weapons Week March 1941. There are people looking out of the windows of the Westminster Bank. The salute was taken, according to the Bognor Regis Observer, by Brigadier W P A Bradshaw, accompanied by Mr T W Marshall (Chairman of the Council) and Mr R W J Hill (Clerk of the Council).
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West Sussex Record Office Ref No: L Alouette/A/1/12/6

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Marching Through History - A Glimpse into Bognor Regis during WWII

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. This print captures a moment frozen in time, transporting us back to the year 1941 in Bognor Regis. As part of the War Weapons Week March, a parade of mighty Bren Gun Carriers proudly rolls past The Arcade on High Street, leaving an indelible mark on the town's history. Amidst the bustling crowd lining the streets, one cannot help but notice curious faces peering out from the windows of Westminster Bank. These individuals bear witness to this remarkable display of military might and national unity. Their expressions reflect a mix of awe and admiration for those who bravely serve their country. According to reports from the esteemed Bognor Regis Observer, Brigadier W P A Bradshaw stands tall as he takes salute alongside Mr T W Marshall, Chairman of the Council, and Mr R W J Hill, Clerk of the Council. This trio represents leadership at its finest – guiding their community through these challenging times with unwavering determination. Preserved within West Sussex Record Office's L Alouette Collection, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how ordinary towns like Bognor Regis played an extraordinary role during World War II. It encapsulates both resilience and patriotism that coursed through every street corner across Britain. As we gaze upon this snapshot from our past, let it remind us never to forget those who sacrificed so much for our freedom. May their

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