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Passing of a Generation

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Last broadcast on Wed, 11 Nov 2009, 10:30 on BBC HD (see all broadcasts).

Synopsis

Live coverage from Westminster Abbey.

The generation who fought in World War One has now passed into history with the death in 2009 of the last 'Tommy', Harry Patch. At Westminster Abbey, The Queen, the Prime Minister and representatives from across the world join families of those who fought in the 'war to end all wars'. In a special service, they honour the dead and mark the passing of an extraordinary generation.

Credits

Presenter
Huw Edwards
Director
John Smith
Producer
Julie Heptonstall

Broadcasts

  1. Wed 11 Nov 2009
    10:30
  2. Wed 11 Nov 2009
    10:30

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Duration

103 minutes

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