Military Historian Richard Mead is giving a talk on Sunday 10th March on the glittering career of General Sir Richard McCreery, a notable former Horsington resident.
Sir Richard exaggerated his age in order to join up for the First World War. He served in the Lancers, survived a wounding (for which he received an MC), and in WW2 went on to command armoured divisions in France and the Middle East.
He was chief of staff to General Alexander, and commanded the 8th Army in Italy, as well as the post-war British Army on the Rhine.
Mead’s book “The Last Great Cavalryman” recalls General McReery’s exploits in detail, and these form the substance of his most interesting talk.
4pm, Parish Church. Cream tea lovers can expect to be well-rewarded, as well as entertained. £8 donation to the roof fund, please.