Pluck Can Make Up For Inches - the Story of Britain's Great War Bantams

This evening offers something a little different. Michael has developed a one-man play which dramatizes the history of World War I’s Bantam battalions, created after The War Office permitted Sir Alfred Bigland, MP to raise a battalion of soldiers who failed to meet the official army standard. These men, between 5’-5’3’’ would be called ‘bantams’ after the small aggressive rooster. Centred on the story of an Irish schoolteacher Patrick Michael Wolfe, the production explores themes of patriotism, prejudice, and sacrifice among the thousands of shorter soldiers who enlisted.

Members and non-members of the Western Front Association are equally welcome. Any new visitors are guaranteed a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome from a group of like-minded enthusiasts. Suggested donation on the door £5.