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Thread #80984   Message #1483361
Posted By: Alba
12-May-05 - 11:54 AM
Thread Name: Recordings of WWI POWs singing (BBC4 11 May)
Subject: RE: Recordings of WW1 POWs singing (BBC4 11 May)
I just listened to the Programme and agree about the chatter. I could have done without so much of it.
It was, however, very touching at times.
"Long Way to Tipperary" is sung beautifully as is "Comrades Song of Hope"

POW Jack Egars(sp)from Hull relating the Story of his capture which was then taken over by his Grandson Jerry was fascinating.
I won't spoil the story but I had to giggle when Jack's Grandson tells what happened when Jack and another POW were taken from the Camp to record in Berlin for the Day!

I just wish there had been more Singing and speaking from the Prisoners themselves.
Fascinating and very Touching non the less.
Thank You for providing the Link Keith.
Blessings
Jude