Timeline of the Dunkirk Evacuation
Between May 26 and June 4, 1940, some 340,000 Allied troops were evacuated from the French seaport of Dunkirk to England.
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Between May 26 and June 4, 1940, some 340,000 Allied troops were evacuated from the French seaport of Dunkirk to England.
Dumbarton families can enjoy a free day out at the Scottish Maritime Museum in the town next weekend.
1938: The House Un-American Activities Committee was established by Congress. 1940: Operation Dynamo, the evacuation of some 338,000 Allied troops from Dunkirk, France, began during World War II.
The oil on canvas painting, by wartime artist Ernest Townsend, was restored by conservators at the National Trust over the course of 100 hours. It is seen above after the restoration.
What would you do if you were left behind by your troops as you were evacuating from the territory of the enemies who obviously wanted you dead?