Sinclair McKay - Dad's Army

In Conversation with Gerry FoleyRenowned historian SINCLAIR MCKAY is a Sunday Times bestselling author and literary critic.

Today he discusses his new work,_DAD’S ARMY._With the threat of invasion from Hitler’s forces looming large in 1940, men and women of all ages and backgrounds assembled under the banner of the Home Guard.

Far from the stereotype of charming incompetence they were highly professional in their approach.

Sinclair shares the remarkable story of these courageous and pioneering volunteers who trained on top of their everyday jobs.

Their dutiful approach was underpinned by essential good humour, vital for keeping up a much-needed spirit of defiance.

Come hear their glorious true story.PHOTO CREDIT LIAM BERGIN