Bevin Boys

[Stalin]

Thousands of conscripts who worked down coal mines in World War II will receive a special honour, Tony Blair has said.
The prime minister told the Commons the "Bevin Boys" would be rewarded with a commemorative badge.

The above statement was said on Wednesday, 20th June 2007

This has now happened, in my opinion not before time.


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This is very interesting. I'm off to read more about it on the link you've provided. Thanks!