The story of a little-known Second World War battle is set to take centre stage in Carlisle next month.
Lee Schofield, a former soldier and military history enthusiast, will present a talk on the Battle for Hill 112 in Normandy at Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life, based in Carlisle Castle, on Tuesday, July 14.
Mr Schofield said: "Hill 112 was one of the most fiercely contested battles of the Normandy campaign yet one that we know so little about."
The talk is scheduled to begin at 6pm.
It will not only explore the history of the battle itself, but also delve into Mr Schofield’s personal journey to uncover its story.
Mr Schofield has visited battlefield sites across Normandy and gathered stories from local residents to shed light on this turbulent period.
He said: "This talk is more than just facts, but a personal journey of exploration through maps, memoirs and photographs to find out more about this little-known, turbulent period of history."
He has pieced together the events through visits, conversations and independent research.
Mr Schofield's presentation aims to highlight the human stories of the fight for Hill 112.
Tickets cost £5 and are available by calling (01228) 532774, emailing enquiries@cmoml.org, or booking online at cumbriasmuseumofmilitarylife.org/whats-on.
Schofield currently serves as security director for an American non-profit and has held a lifelong interest in the Second World War, particularly the D-Day landings and the subsequent campaign in Normandy.
Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life is based in Alma Block, Carlisle Castle, which once served as a military depot.
Jules Wooding, museum manager, can be contacted for more information by calling 01228 532774 or emailing jules.wooding@cmoml.org.
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