Culture Durham - Kos, a forgotten tragedy October 1943: War Talk

by Col. Pietro Giovanni Liuzzi

This talk will concentrate on the events that occurred on the Greek Island of Kos (Cos) in October 1943, which was the basis for the Colonel's recently published book: "Kos, A Forgotten Tragedy".

When Italy capitulated in September 1943, German Forces in the Balkans moved to take over areas that had previously been held by their former allies. At the same time, under Churchill's instigation, the Allies tried to occupy the Dodecanese Islands, with an eye to using them as a base to attack German positions in the Balkans and at the same time pressurising Turkey to enter the war on the side of the Allies.

Thus the drama began for the 1st Battalion, Durham Light Infantry and a company of men from 11th Battalion Parachute Regiment, which would result in defeat and imprisonment for them and a worse fate for the officers of their new-found allies, the Italians

Tickets available in advance from the DLI Museum shop or by calling 0191 3842214.

Museum open 10.00 - 17.00

Talk at 2.00pm

Nearest station is Durham Station. Follow the signs north to County Hall and cross the A691 into the museums parkland.
Nearest major road is A1(M). Follow the A690 to Durham City then north on the A691 for 1000m. Building set back from the road in parkland.

Facilities for hearing impaired
All areas accessible to disabled
Guide dogs permitted
Toilets & parking for disabled
Free parking
Cafe/restaurant
Picnic area

Adult £4.35
Child £2.45
Concession £3.25
Season ticket holder £2.15