Shot down in France!

News from Little Waldingfield History Society courtesy of Andy Sheppard.

Len with Susan Moore, LWHS Chairman

 Little Waldingfield History Society was absolutely delighted to welcome Len Manning to the Parish Room last night, not just as a member but also to talk to us about his incredible experience a tail gunner in a Lancaster bomber shot down over France during the second world war.

As we had fully anticipated, he enthralled our member only audience of around 50 people, with his remarkably detailed account of how he managed to escape, with just one of his parachute hooks secured and the chute itself beginning to catch fire.  Len’s story is set out in full in the special tab ‘Len's story’, above.

After many questions, Len was allowed to enjoy the special cake to celebrate his 90th birthday just the week before - a truly memorable evening thoroughly enjoyed by all.

Len's medals

 At our next talk, Pip Wright will royally entertain us with his presentation on the dissolution of the monasteries. Come along to experience the economic jiggery-pokery of 16th century life and hear how Suffolk’s up and coming young men made their fortunes.

We look forward to welcoming guests new and old to the Parish Room on Wednesday 18^th February for what is sure to be a fascinating evening's entertainment.