Event 310
Damien Lewis
SAS Great Escapes
– Discovery Stage
A rollercoaster ride through some of the most dramatic and daring escapes executed by the SAS during the Second World War. Best-selling author Damien Lewis uses verified diaries, mission reports, debriefings and letters written in the heat of danger to bring to life some of the most impressive escapes of the war. From prison camps to enemy territory, these are stories of ingenuity, courage and extraordinary resilience. He'll also discuss one of the greatest escape stories of WW2 as told in his book SAS The Great Train Raid.
A former war and conflict reporter, Lewis combines meticulous research with thriller-like pace in his books. His work has reached the screen, including The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, adapted into a 2024 film by Guy Ritchie. The perfect Hay Festival event for lovers of history at full throttle.
