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9AM - 10AM | STRIKE PRECISION
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Collections Up Close: Strike Precision - The Lancaster and Mosquito at War
Discover the stories of the Lancaster Bomber and Mosquito with our IWM expert guide. Learn about Operation Jericho and Operation Chastise, two low precision bombing raids that showcased the courage, skill, and innovation of these iconic aircraft.
9AM - 10AM | PAUL BEAVER
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Author Talks: Paul Beaver - Winkle and the German Jets
Join historian, broadcaster, author and historic aeroplane pilot Paul Beaver as he discusses the daring life story and astonishing adventures of Battle of Britain pilot Captain Eric 'Winkle' Brown. Uncover the complex and enigmatic man behind the legend - the real story of Britain's greatest pilot.
9.30AM - 10.30AM | HURRICANE HEROES
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Behind the Ropes Tours: Hurricane Heroes - The Battle of Britain Tour
Join a unique opportunity to get up close to some of the most iconic aircraft of the Second World War: the Hawker Hurricane. Learn about the history, design, and performance of these legendary fighters that played a vital role in the Battle of Britain.
10AM - 11AM | HELEN FRY
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Author Talks: Helen Fry - Women In Intelligence
Join an illuminating talk as acclaimed author and historian Dr Helen Fry takes you on a journey through the riveting world of women in British Intelligence. Her groundbreaking new book unveils her pivotal roles across the first half of the twentieth century.
Helen Fry will be signing copies of her book Women In Intelligence: The Hidden History of Two World Wars after the session.
10.30AM - 11.30AM | JOHN SHIELDS
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Stories Behind the Objects: John Shields, N3200 Spitfire Pilot Geoffrey Stephenson
Join biographer John Shields for an extraordinary journey into the life of Air Commodore Geoffrey Stephenson, a seasoned fighter pilot whose legacy is etched in the skies and heart of aviation history. As part of this special experience, you will also be able to get up close to N3200, the aircraft flown by the remarkable No.19 Squadron Leader.
John Shields will be signing copies of his book Spitfire Pilot Air Commodore Geoffrey Stephenson: The Biography of the Pilot of Duxford's Spitfire Mk.I N3200 after the session.
10.30AM - 11.30AM | STRIKE PRECISION
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Collections Up Close: Strike Precision - The Lancaster and Mosquito at War
Discover the stories of the Lancaster Bomber and Mosquito with our IWM expert guide. Learn about Operation Jericho and Operation Chastise, two low precision bombing raids that showcased the courage, skill, and innovation of these iconic aircraft.
11AM - 12 NOON | GILES MILTON
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Author Talks: Giles Milton - The Stalin Affair
Explore the clandestine alliances that shaped the course of the Second World War. Step into the shadows of wartime intrigue as internationally bestselling historian Giles Milton unveils the remarkable true story behind 'The Stalin Affair'.
Giles Milton will be signing copies of his book The Stalin Affair: the Impossible Alliance that Won the War after the session.
11AM - 12 NOON | MY IWM: PAUL BEAVER
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Stories Behind the Objects: My IWM: Paul Beaver and The Ops Room
Step back in time as renowned Second World War aviation expert Paul Beaver leads an immersive tour through the heart of history - the Battle of Britain Operations Room at historic Duxford. Join Paul as he introduces you to the people who worked tirelessly in these rooms and explore how RAF Duxford fitted into the ingenious Dowding System that gave the Royal Air Force an advantage over the Luftwaffe.
11.30AM - 12.30PM | TOM WHIPPLE
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Author Talks: Tom Whipple - Battle of the Beams
Discover how radar technology evolved from its infancy to become a game-changer with Tom Whipple, science editor of The Times, as he unveils the secret science of radar that played a decisive role in Britain's victory during the Second World War.
Tom Whipple will be signing copies of his book The Battle of the Beams - the Struggle to Defeat Radar and Control Airwaves after the session.
12NOON - 1PM | P51 MUSTANG
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Behind the Ropes Tours: P51 Mustang - The Iconic Fighter Plane Tour
Step beyond the barriers and into the heart of aviation history with this exclusive P-51 Mustang 'behind the ropes' tour. Led by our expert guides, this intimate experience offers a rare opportunity to explore the iconic P-51 Mustang up close and personally.
12.30PM - 1.30PM | DR DAVID KENYON
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Author Talks: Dr David Kenyon - Bletchley Park and D-Day
Dr Kenyon reveals the meticulous intelligence agency that operated 'behind the scenes'. Learn how the collation of information extracted from enemy signals traffic years before D-Day played a vital role in the preparations for this turning point in the Second World War.
Dr David Kenyon will be signing copies of his book Bletchley Park and D-Day after the session.
12.30PM - 1.30PM | STRIKE PRECISION
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Collections Up Close: Strike Precision - The Lancaster and Mosquito at War
Discover the stories of the Lancaster Bomber and Mosquito with our IWM expert guide. Learn about Operation Jericho and Operation Chastise, two low precision bombing raids that showcased the courage, skill, and innovation of these iconic aircraft.
1PM - 2PM | JAMES HOLLAND
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Author Talks: James Holland - Cassino '44
Join acclaimed historian James Holland to discover one of the Second World War's most gruelling battles and the relentless struggle for victory in his brand-new book, Cassino '44: The Bloodiest Battle of the Italian Campaign , published just in time for IWM History Festival.
James Holland will be signing copies of his book after the session.
1PM - 2PM | HURRICANE HEROES
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Behind the Ropes Tours: Hurricane Heroes - The Battle of Britain
Join a unique opportunity to get up close to some of the most iconic aircraft of the Second World War: the Hawker Hurricane. Learn about the history, design, and performance of these legendary fighters that played a vital role in the Battle of Britain.
1.30PM - 2.30PM | JOHN SHIELDS
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Stories Behind the Objects: John Shields, N3200 Spitfire Pilot Geoffrey Stephenson
Join biographer John Shields for an extraordinary journey into the life of Air Commodore Geoffrey Stephenson, a seasoned fighter pilot whose legacy is etched in the skies and heart of aviation history. As part of this special experience, you will also be able to get up close to N3200, the aircraft flown by the remarkable No.19 Squadron Leader.
John Shields will be signing copies of his book Spitfire Pilot Air Commodore Geoffrey Stephenson: The Biography of the Pilot of Duxford's Spitfire Mk.I N3200 after the session.
2.30PM - 3.30PM | SARAH PATERSON
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Stories Behind the Objects: Most Secret: Christopher Clayton Hutton and the early years of M.I.9's Escape and Evasion activity
An enthralling journey into the clandestine world of escape and evasion during the Second World War. Curated by IWM's Sarah Paterson, discover the ingenious devices created to aid Allied personnel in evading capture and escaping from prisoner-of-war camps.
The new IWM book Most Secret - M.I.9 Escape and Evasion Devices will be available to purchase on the day.
2.30PM - 3.30PM | STRIKE PRECISION
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Collections Up Close: Strike Precision - The Lancaster and Mosquito at War
Discover the stories of the Lancaster Bomber and Mosquito with our IWM expert guide. Learn about Operation Jericho and Operation Chastise, two low precision bombing raids that showcased the courage, skill, and innovation of these iconic aircraft.
3PM - 4PM | P51 MUSTANG
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Behind the Ropes Tours: P51 Mustang - The Iconic Fighter Plane Tour
Step beyond the barriers and into the heart of aviation history with this exclusive P-51 Mustang 'behind the ropes' tour. Led by our expert guides, this intimate experience offers a rare opportunity to explore the iconic P-51 Mustang up close and personally.
3PM - 4PM | MY IWM: PAUL BEAVER
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Stories Behind the Objects: My IWM: Paul Beaver and The Ops Room
Step back in time as renowned Second World War aviation expert Paul Beaver leads an immersive tour through the heart of history - the Battle of Britain Operations Room at historic Duxford. Join Paul as he introduces you to the people who worked tirelessly in these rooms and explore how RAF Duxford fitted into the ingenious Dowding System that gave the Royal Air Force an advantage over the Luftwaffe.
3.30PM - 4.30PM | DAMIEN LEWIS
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Author Talks: Damien Lewis - SAS Daggers Drawn
Prepare to be transported into the heart of daring covert operations as bestselling author Damien Lewis unveils the gripping saga of the SAS during the Second World War. Delve into the untold stories of these elite warriors who defied the odds and shaped history.
Damien Lewis will be signing copies of his book Daggers Drawn: In For the Kill - The Mavericks Who Made the SAS after the session.
4PM - 5PM | JAMES HOLLAND'S MY IWM
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My IWM: Explore AirSpace with James Holland
Join an extraordinary out-of-hours experience as renowned historian and aviation enthusiast James Holland takes you on a private journey through the heart of our AirSpace Hangar. This exclusive tour offers a rare opportunity to explore James Holland's favourite aircraft, each holding a unique story of innovation, heroism, and aviation history.
