An exceptionally well hidden Gem , 60 feet down !
Battle of Britain Bunker的点评
点评:An absolutely outstanding experience and without doubt one of the most fascinating historical visits I have ever made. Five stars hardly seem enough!
Our guide, Dave, was exceptional. His extraordinary knowledge, enthusiasm and ability to bring history to life made the tour both fascinating and deeply moving. His account of the events leading up to 15 September 1940, and the courage, sacrifice and enormous responsibility of those involved, was unforgettable.
I grew up in nearby Ickenham and attended St George’s Day parades at RAF Uxbridge as a young Scout. Returning some 50 years later and discovering that this extraordinary piece of history had been hidden beneath my feet all those years was quite remarkable.
I visited with my 20-year-old son, and it was a particularly proud moment for me to see him discover such an important part of British history, especially one so closely connected to the area where I grew up.
The bunker itself is wonderfully preserved, but it was Dave who made the experience truly special. I was astonished to discover that he is a volunteer. His professionalism and passion would put many paid guides to shame.
An absolute must-visit, whether you’re interested in aviation, the Second World War or simply understanding how a relatively small number of extraordinarily brave people helped change the course of history.
Thank you, Dave, for an unforgettable experience!
翻译:这绝对是一次卓越非凡的体验,毫无疑问是我经历过的最引人入胜的历史之旅。五颗星的评价都显得不够了!
我们的导游戴夫表现极为出色。他渊博的知识、满腔的热情以及将历史生动呈现的能力,让整个游览过程既扣人心弦又感人至深。他讲述的1940年9月15日之前所发生的种种事件,以及当时参与者们所展现出的勇气、牺牲精神与肩负的重大责任,实在令人难忘。我在附近的伊肯汉姆长大,小时候作为童军参加过在乌克斯桥皇家空军基地举行的圣乔治日游行。大约50年后,当我再次回到那里,发现这段非凡的历史竟一直隐藏在我脚下,实在令人惊叹不已。
这次我是和20岁的儿子一同前去的。看到他认识到英国历史上如此重要的一页,尤其是这段历史与我成长的地方联系如此紧密,我心中充满了自豪。这个防空洞保存得相当完好,但真正让这次参观变得特别的则是戴夫。当我得知他是一名志愿者时,着实吃了一惊。他的专业素养与热情足以让许多拿薪水的导游自愧不如。
无论你是对航空事业感兴趣、想了解第二次世界大战的历史,还是只是想了解少数极其勇敢的人是如何改变历史进程的,这里都绝对值得一游。
感谢戴夫,带给了我们一段难忘的体验!