Join author Damien Lewis for a fascinating talk about the special forces heroes who changed the course of WW2
Join bestselling author and former war reporter Damien Lewis for an afternoon exploring the extraordinary true story of SAS Captain Lewis 'Archie' Gibson – the SAS's 'Pirate of the Desert'.
Drawing on previously unseen classified material, Gibson's sketchbooks, wartime reports and unpublished first-hand accounts, Damien will reveal the daring missions that took Gibson from North Africa to occupied Yugoslavia, including how he saved the life of SAS founder David Stirling.
Hear this remarkable story brought to life, followed by a live Q&A and book signing.
Copies of 'Behind Enemy Lines: The Special Forces Heroes Who Changed the Course of WW2' will be available to purchase and have signed on the day.
Don't miss this fascinating afternoon with one of Britain's leading military storytellers.
Tickets are also available to livestream this event.
| Season (7 Nov 2026) | ||
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| Saturday | 14:00 | - 15:30 |
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