A ceremony to commemorate the Great Escape, the famous breakout from German prisoner of war camp Stalag Luft III in 1944, is taking place. Survivors, families and UK and Polish officials are gathering at Zagan in Poland, 70 years after the escape plot. Of those who broke out of the camp, only three reached safety and of the 73 recaptured, 50 were shot. The ceremony, from 11:00 to 13:00 GMT, is the first formal act of remembrance held in their honour .http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-26706141
I caught the BBC World News Report this morning. I recall reading last year that the local Mayor there, was considering a rebuild of the camp and possible Museum on the site, but looking at the foundations and trees this has not been progressed, mores the pity. Regards Tom
