War Torn: Personal stories from a time of war
A series of three talks sharing different perspectives and experiences from during a time of war.
Come along and hear talks from those who have researched the voices experiencing war.
Sarah Johnston, Voices of War Project
15 October, 10.30am to 11.30am: Sarah has been researching and collating audio recordings from the front line and will share her findings with us.
Margaret Lovell-Smith, Pacifists at Time of War
17 October, 10am to11am: Margaret is a local historian who has spent much time researching the lives and work of those who made a stand against war. This is their story.
Dr Simon Pollard, Alison's Diary
18 October, 1pm to 2pm: Alison’s Diary is a family heirloom and a deeply personal account of a soldier in World War 2. At times incredibly detailed, and beautifully illustrated, it offers a unique insight into what life was like on the front line.
Come along and hear talks from those who have researched the voices experiencing war.
Sarah Johnston, Voices of War Project
15 October, 10.30am to 11.30am: Sarah has been researching and collating audio recordings from the front line and will share her findings with us.
Margaret Lovell-Smith, Pacifists at Time of War
17 October, 10am to11am: Margaret is a local historian who has spent much time researching the lives and work of those who made a stand against war. This is their story.
Dr Simon Pollard, Alison's Diary
18 October, 1pm to 2pm: Alison’s Diary is a family heirloom and a deeply personal account of a soldier in World War 2. At times incredibly detailed, and beautifully illustrated, it offers a unique insight into what life was like on the front line.
Canterbury Workers Educational Association (CWEA), 59 Gloucester Street, , Christchurch
Other events you may be interested in
Stay connected with the app
Download the What's On app and discover what's on in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
