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Episode 4

Episode 4 of 5

Gethin Jones hears the story of a family who were passengers on board the ill-fated City of Benares, and a former prisoner of war shares memories of his time in captivity in Japan.

Remembrance Week returns to BBC One in the week leading up to Remembrance Sunday with more incredible stories of courage, emotion and sacrifice. Gethin Jones is in Afghanistan reflecting upon the duty and dedication of the troops currently serving on the frontline and sharing the heroic war stories from individuals who have fought in past conflicts around the world.

This episode includes the incredible story of the Bech family, who were passengers on board the ill-fated City of Benares. One former prisoner of war shares memories of his years in captivity in Japan, and we hear an emotional tribute to a soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice.

45 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterGethin Jones
Series ProducerCaroline Matthews
Executive ProducerDavid Mortimer

Broadcast

Visit the 90 Years of Remembrance website

Visit the 90 Years of Remembrance website

A commemorative site including a WWI timeline, and profiles of servicemen and women.