Talk & book signing: Unsung Heroes of Wartime Stoke

Talk & book signing: Unsung Heroes of Wartime Stoke, The Amazing Johnny G, The Man Who Rebuilt Faces

A fascinating talk and book signing by Ros Unwin and Jane Pugh- marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

About the talk

WW2 Pilots who’d been trapped in burning planes and soldiers whose faces were shattered by bombs, were sent to Albert Ward at the North Staffs Infirmary, where they received the most advanced treatments of the day. The surgeon in charge was Fenton-born John Grocott who had been trained by the most famous plastic surgeons in the world, Sir Harold Gillies and Archibald McIndoe.

But for the childhood memories of a local lady and a letter written by a grateful soldier to The Sentinel, details of Grocott’s innovative work at the Infirmary would be forgotten. Now, after extensive research, his remarkable story can be told.

Getting to the museum and access

We know that times are tough financially right now. If you would like to attend but cannot afford the ticket price please contact us at bramptonmuseum@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk or on 01782 619705 and we can arrange some free tickets.