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The Sandowns and the War

 

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The War Years

Sandown Bay ar war during its life time.

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1943 - Shanklin's Darkest Hour

January and Februry 1943 would be a time Shanklin will never forget.

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A Royal Isle

We take a look at Royalty who have lived and visited the Island.

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An Olympic Journey

A look back to those who have represented various countries but were born or came from the Island.

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The Sandowns and the War

 

Over the years their have been three films with the name Sandown. 1916 was the first to feature the name, part of the ascot class for the Royal Navy. The second came along in 1934 as part of the Southern Railway fleet bringing passengers to the Isle of Wight, before being drafted by the Navy for the second world war, and being used in Normandy and D-Day. The third was HMS Sandown built in 1988 as part of the Navy's Sandown class. This film tells the story of these three ships. Released 5th September 2024.

  • Narrated by Maurice Sheen

Featuring:

  • Peggy Forward
  • Cyril Daish
  • Robert Young
  • Ian Ward

Produced by Richard Priest

Written & Directed by Kev Weeden

Running Time 35 mins. ©2024

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