A talk by Dr. Martin Watts (talkabouthistory.org), the latest in a series of online talks hosted by the KAS.

In 1917,  as the Uboat threat reached its peak and it became necessary to increase shipping capacity to France with the arrival of the US army, a secret port was built at Richborough. By the spring of 1918 Richborough operations were in full swing, making a significant contribution to logistics and supply, including the introduction of Roll On and Roll Off services for the first time. This talk tells the story of Richborough, its secrets, successes and the controversy it aroused within Government and the British Army.

Online meeting link

Topic: Richborough – the Secret Port
Time: Apr 17, 2025 07:00 PM London
Meeting ID: 818 8515 5647
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81885155647