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The Forgotten Generations: Lest We Forget exhibition | Birmingham City Council

The Forgotten Generations: Lest We Forget exhibition

  • Date: 27th September 2025 - 12th December 2025
  • Every day
  • Location: Library of Birmingham ,
    Centenary Square,
    Broad Street,
    Birmingham B1 2ND
  • Time: 11:00 - 17:00
  • Cost: Free

Discover the untold stories of African and Caribbean Royal Air Force (RAF) veterans from the West Midlands.

This exhibition celebrates the public service of black Royal Air Force (RAF) veterans from the West Midlands since the Second World War.

It shares the personal stories of 7 African and Caribbean men and women who served in the RAF, with a special focus on Albert Jarrett and Johnny Smythe.

The Forgotten Generations records the military and civilian lives of people from British African and Caribbean countries.

Thanks to support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the exhibition brings together 7 decades of history and service.

Find out more on the Forgotten Generations website.


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