Black Tommies

7 Oct 2016 - 2-3pm

Soldiers of African descent in the First World War

Join author and historian Dr Ray Costello for an illustrated talk about his latest book.

This untold history highlights some of the many forgotten British-born Black soldiers who played their part in the war, including Black Liverpudlians.

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