The Welsh Great Escape

The Welsh Great Escape

49 mins | Documentary, War | Dec. 1, 2003

In 1945 70 German POWs escaped from the high security camp in Bridgend in Wales and were tracked by a motley collection of armed soldiers, Home Guard, dogs, local children and Girl Guides. One of the largest manhunts of the whole war was dramatic, serious and comic in turn - but not tragic.

The Welsh Great Escape

49 mins | Documentary, War | Dec. 1, 2003

The Welsh Great Escape
In 1945 70 German POWs escaped from the high security camp in Bridgend in Wales and were tracked by a motley collection of armed soldiers, Home Guard, dogs, local children and Girl Guides. One of the largest manhunts of the whole war was dramatic, serious and comic in turn - but not tragic.
Producers Hartswood Films
Original title The Welsh Great Escape
Directors Michael Davies
Writers Michael Davies

Cast

Jack Davenport

as Narrator