norfolk brummie
gone but not forgotten
I have just finished reading a book....BEHIND CLOSED DOOR. The story of the Stalin WW2 era.
In November 1943, Stalin met Churchill & Roosevelt in Tehran. During the meeting Churchill presented Stalin with the Sword of Stalingrad, in recognition of the Russians fight during the siege of Stalingrad. It was presented on behalf of King George VI, and the British people. Apparently Stalin was clearly "most moved, and kissed the sword".
I recall the event. It was an historic occasion, and also seem to recall reading, at the time, that the Sword was manufactured in Birmingham. After 71 years the memory dims, but I would appreciate any of our well informed friends on the BHF website offering more information on this historical event. Eddie
In November 1943, Stalin met Churchill & Roosevelt in Tehran. During the meeting Churchill presented Stalin with the Sword of Stalingrad, in recognition of the Russians fight during the siege of Stalingrad. It was presented on behalf of King George VI, and the British people. Apparently Stalin was clearly "most moved, and kissed the sword".
I recall the event. It was an historic occasion, and also seem to recall reading, at the time, that the Sword was manufactured in Birmingham. After 71 years the memory dims, but I would appreciate any of our well informed friends on the BHF website offering more information on this historical event. Eddie