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The Pipers of the Trenches

(6 Posts)
MawBroonsback Thu 18-Apr-19 21:06:21

Tonight on BBC4 9 pm
Wonderful, uplifting , inspirational and moving.

I remember my FIL speaking of the amazing bravery of Piper Bil Millin piping the commandoes up the Normandy beaches on D-Day to the tune of “Blue Bonnets” - and coming through unscathed

MawBroonsback Thu 18-Apr-19 22:18:03

A heart warming programme thistle .

Jomarie Thu 18-Apr-19 22:31:37

I will watch this asap. Thank you for pointing it out to me.

KatyK Thu 18-Apr-19 22:42:31

I will watch it too.

Jabberwok Sat 20-Apr-19 12:48:49

Fantastic programme. The bravery of those Pipers throughout the ages was beyond belief! Immense respect and pride.

Jane10 Sat 20-Apr-19 13:33:31

Great. Must look out for this. My Dad and brother were pipers.