Exeter Blitz Anniversary
Seventy years ago the city of Exeter was targeted by German bombers - the series of raids that would claim the lives of two hundred and sixty five residents and see large parts of the city raised to the ground.
Exeter Blitz Exhibition
Seventy years ago, Exeter experienced the heaviest bombing of the Second World War. Jonty Messer reports on an exhibition in the city that focuses on the memories of people who lived through the blitz.
The Exeter Blitz Exhibition is running at the Guildhall until 10th May.
Remembering the Exeter Blitz
by Richard Lawrence
Survivors of the German bombing raids on Exeter, which began 70 years ago, have been recording their memories for posterity.
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70 years ago German Bombers began their attack on Exeter
Seventy years ago German Bombers began their relentless and brutal bombing of Exeter. 265 people died in the raids. Over the past year, the memories of survivors have been recorded and adapted for a play that will be staged in the city. Richard Lawrence reports.