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We Were There

We Were There

HMS Belfast, The Queen's Walk, SE1 2JH London, The Borough

Free event with general admission

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We Were There is a drop-in event on board HMS Belfast where visitors can meet veterans and eyewitnesses of conflict. It is run by IWM, whose volunteers share personal stories, recollections and powerful memories of experiencing conflict first-hand. From Bridge to Bakery, the veterans tell of life at sea on board HMS Belfast, offering insight into the impact of war on people's lives.

Written by a model, sources: iwm.org.uk

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HMS Belfast is in London’s The Borough.

The Queen's Walk, SE1 2JH London

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