Talk

Black Yanks

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Location:
Royal Hospital Chelsea (State Apartments, enter via London Gate)

Date & time:
Friday 27 Sep 2024, 4.00pm

Price:
£12.00

Author Kate Werran unearths the story of Leroy Henry, an African-American soldier on death row in wartime Britain, and the extraordinary campaign that set him free.

About the event

This is the story of Leroy Henry, an African-American soldier from Missouri, who found himself on death row in wartime Britain. Playing out over six weeks and against a backdrop of the most audacious seaborne invasion ever attempted, this gripping talk brings an entirely new perspective to the period.

Kate Werran unearths a wealth of archival material that tells the story of the first significant, if uncelebrated, victory for the civil rights movement, a story that has been overlooked for nearly eight decades.

About the speaker

Kate Werran is a specialist on the US Army that was stationed in Britain before, during and after D-Day. Her first award-winning book was ‘An American Uprising in Second World War England’. Kate came to writing after a career in journalism and has produced critically-acclaimed 20th century history programmes for television. She is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society.

FAQs

Is the Royal Hospital Chelsea accessible?

Yes, the Royal Hospital Chelsea is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch tours@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk or call 0207 881 5200.

Are bikes or scooters allowed?

Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.

Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.