- 1940s Events & Entertainers -
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Dakota at Upottery, Devon
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Sometimes these events feature battles, and sometimes more peaceful themes.
Living history entertainers bring 1940s events to life by performing the sounds of Vera Lynn, Glenn Miller and swing music.
The largest period show in the UK is the War & Peace Show at Beltring, Kent each summer.
Here re-enactors can be seen dug-in and patrolling their encampments while the sound of 40’s entertainment can be heard coming from the marquee.
Here Vera Lynn and George Formby tributes entertain show weary troops.
Steam railways are always nostalgic and provide the perfect venues for WW2 themed events.



