May talk - Women at War? The Barnbow Story.

Thu May 16 2024 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

Rothwell Community Hub | Wakefield

South Leeds Archaeology
Publisher/HostSouth Leeds Archaeology
May talk - Women at War? The Barnbow Story.
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In May our meeting will feature a talk on The WW1 Barnbow Munitions Factory by Jackie & Bob Lawrence from the East Leeds History and Archaeology Society.
Women at War? The Barnbow Story.
The story of the building and operation of the No1 Shell Filling Factory at Barnbow during World War One. The presentation also looks at the major explosion which occurred in 1916. It also looks at the stories behind some of the victims and other people involved in the explosion.
All welcome as usual, and refreshments provided.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Rothwell Community Hub, Marsh Street,Robin Hood, Wakefield, United Kingdom

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