A special event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Bamber Bridge was held at Ye Olde Hob Inn today (Saturday) – at the junction of Church Road and Station Road – and which served as a reminder of the night in 1943 when violence flared between White US military police officers and Black servicemen on the st reets of the town. Many descended on the grass verge outside the pub to pay their respects and unite in their stand against racism.
Take a look at some of the pictures from the event.
7. Ye Old Hob Inn Battle of Bamber Bridge event
Many attended the event which was held from 12 noon until 7pm outside the pub Photo: Emma Downey
8. Ye Old Hob Inn Battle of Bamber Bridge event
Many even said they travelled far to attend the 80th anniversary event Photo: Emma Downey
9. Ye Old Hob Inn Battle of Bamber Bridge event
Military vehicles Photo: Emma Downey
10. Ye Old Hob Inn Battle of Bamber Bridge event
Dressed to impress Photo: Emma Downey
11. Ye Old Hob Inn Battle of Bamber Bridge event
Georgie pictured with Gizmo Photo: Emma Downey
12. Ye Old Hob Inn Battle of Bamber Bridge event
Ice cream was also on hand to help with the warm weather Photo: Emma Downey