Anniversary: Cowra Breakout 70 Years Ago

Cowra Breakout: Escaped prisoners sip tea after recapture  (Photo Supplied by The Weir family of Cowra)

Check out this amazing account on ABC Local Radio from Cowra local Bruce Weir who recalls startling incidents from the Cowra Breakout 70 years ago: http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/08/01/4059073.htm

Several events are taking place in Cowra today and tomorrow as part of the Cowra Breakout Anniversary Program including a World Peace Ceremony and Lantern Parade. Check out the display at Cowra Library too.