11 Chemical Bombing at Bari

EPISODE · Sep 9, 2023 · 18 MIN

11 Chemical Bombing at Bari

from Blighty Thank God · host Neil Chapman

After a relatively peaceful war, the Italian port of Bari suffered a terrible bombing raid in December, 1943 that led to a poison gas release killing many in mysterious circumstances that the Allies tried to cover up. My father’s diary describes the aftermath and the dangers of visiting the local 'vino shop' for a drink in the lead up to Christmas, 1943 and the New Year. Diary entries read by grandson Nick. Additional voice: Lynda ProffittEpisode photo: Civilians caught up in the Bari bombing.I'd welcome any messages, especially if you enjoyed the episode stories.To find maps, photographs and other material associated with each episode as well as the complete diary and context notes  visit the podcast website – www.blightythankgod.co.uk.

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