The True Story of Dunkirk
Narrated by Mark Adderley
- Released
- June 19, 2026
- Length
- 36 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- One Media iP Ltd
This audiobook recounts the remarkable evacuation of 338,226 men from Dunkirk between May 26 and June 4, 1940, during the Battle of France, when they found themselves surrounded by German forces. It details the heroic efforts of 222 naval vessels and 665 civilian crafts that played a crucial role in this historic operation. Listeners will hear firsthand accounts from individuals like Ernie Wiggins, Walter Sullivan, and others, revealing their personal experiences during this extraordinary event.
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