SAVING LIVES AT SEA IN WORLD WAR TWO -BBC2 (Blast! Films)

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Presented by Dermot O’Leary, this special episode of the BBC 2 series ‘Saving Lives At Sea’ tells the story of the RNLI during WW2. From Dunkirk to the Battle Of Britain, D-Day to the occupation of Guernsey, Dermot uncovers the extraordinary stories of lifeboat crews who risked it all to save lives at sea during some of the war’s most pivotal moments. On a journey around the coast of Britain, Dermot meets the descendants of wartime crew members and uncovers the details of hair-raising rescues in previously unseen archive.

PRESS

Fascinating stories.’ The Daily Mail. * * * *

‘Inspiring viewing.’ The Sun

‘Viewers will be astonished by these tales of bravery under enemy fire.’ The Sunday Times

‘Dermot O’Leary finds out about the extraordinary role the crews played in World War Two.’ The Radio Times. * * * *