Narberth Museum welcomes two well-known and respected local historians as speakers in a series of talks later this month.

On March 24, Terry John takes as his latest subject the controversy surrounding an incident in WW1 that took place between Pembrokeshire and the southern Irish coast. The sinking of the Falaba in 1915 was described as an example of German barbarism, but Terry questions what part British propaganda played in shaping public perceptions of this tragedy. And with 104 victims on board, who was body number 248...?

This talk will take place at the Museum on March 24 at 7.30.

On March 30, Mary Houseman will be talking about her new book, ‘The Spike: the story of Narberth Workhouse.’ Sitting high on the hill above the town, this imposing building has a long and eventful history. Mary will look at the way the ‘Haves’ cared for the ‘Have nots’ in this part of Pembrokeshire during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Both talks will take place at the Museum and start at 7.30. Tickets at £5 (£4 for Friends) can be bought online at www.narberthmuseum.co.uk or at the door.

For more details, ring (01834) 860500.