Overview

In 1945 70 German POWs escaped from the high security camp in Bridgend in Wales and were tracked by a motley collection of armed soldiers, Home Guard, dogs, local children and Girl Guides. One of the largest manhunts of the whole war was dramatic, serious and comic in turn - but not tragic.

Cast

Jack Davenport

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What is "The Welsh Great Escape" about?

In 1945 70 German POWs escaped from the high security camp in Bridgend in Wales and were tracked by a motley collection of armed soldiers, Home Guard, dogs, local children and Girl Guides. One of the largest manhunts of the whole war was dramatic, serious and comic in turn - but not tragic.

When was "The Welsh Great Escape" released?

The Welsh Great Escape was released in 2003.

Who stars in "The Welsh Great Escape"?

The cast includes Jack Davenport.