It was one of the darkest times in Swansea’s history but people who experienced the Blitz are being asked to share their memories.
Swansea Museum staff are on the lookout for stories and recollections from the World War Two bombing of the city to help with the preparation of a DVD.
The Museum launched a DVD in December called Swansea and the Three-night Blitz but memories are now needed for the making of the second installment in the series.
Swansea was heavily bombed by the Luftwaffe from February 19 to February 21, 1941.
It was selected as a legitimate target due to its importance as a port and docks and its destruction was key to Nazi German war efforts as part of their strategic bombing campaign aimed at crippling coal export and demoralising civilians and emergency services.
Incendiary bombs were also dropped over Swansea and its town centre was engulfed in a firestorm of flames. The grammar school that had stood on Mount Pleasant Hill since 1851 took a direct hit and was completely destroyed. Two hundred and seventy Swansea residents died and a further 409 were injured.
Barry Hughes, Swansea Council Learning Officer at the museum, said: “We hope to capture the people’s story and for this we need the public’s help.
“Please get in touch if you or someone you know would like to contribute to this film by sharing memories.”
People who wish to participate can contact Barry by emailing [email protected] or calling 01792 653763.
