80th Anniversary of D-Day plans in Dorchester

As we approach the 80th Anniversary of the historic D-Day landings, Dorchester is gearing up to commemorate this momentous occasion with a series of events that promise to be both poignant and entertaining.

Dorchester played a big part in the preparations for D-Day. The population of Dorchester and the surrounding villages swelled with the influx of American GI’s in the run up to the event. Tanks lined the streets, soldiers filled the pubs, war time romances flourished at dances and children enjoyed the sweets handed out by the American soldiers. Officers were positioned at Keep Military Museum. Despite objections from the Dorchester community, the American Military insisted on keeping the Black and White GI’s separated whilst they stayed in the area. However, there are wonderful stories of friendships, parties and sharing of songs and stories between the Black GI’s and Dorchester residents to remember.

Find out more about the events happening in Dorchester to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day below.