Battle of Bamber Bridge - 82nd Anniversary Celebration
Saturday 21st June 2025 01:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Ye Old Hob Inn, Church Road, Bamber Bridget
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Come and enjoy a day of themed entertainment to commemorate the 82nd Anniversary of this historical event.
This celebration remembers the Battle that took place between Black American GI’S, and White American Military Police who were there to enforce military discipline and Jim Crow laws in a racially segregated American armed force. The fight, which went on for about five hours, resulted in one fatality and many injuries.
The residents of Bamber Bridge took a stance against the wishes of the American military who tried to impose segregation, and sided with the black GI’s.
This Battle has attracted attention not just from these shores, but also from other places around the world including America.
When: Saturday 21st June 2025
Where: Ye Olde Hob Inn, Church Road, Bamber Bridge. PR5 6EN
Time: 13.00 hrs to 18.00 hrs
Activities include History Walk, children’s activities, military vehicles, live themed music, food and drinks.
This is a free event.
More information about the Battle of Bamber Bridge can be viewed at prestonblackhistorygroup.org.uk
