The Bombardment of Hartlepool in World War 1

One of a series of short films made to highlight less well known aspects of Hartlepool history, heritage and culture. This one covers the bombardment of the town by the German Navy on December 16th 1914, told through a mix of archive footage, re-enactment and digital visual effects.
Written, filmed and edited by Gary Kester, Hartlepool College of Further Education Marketing and Media Services. Narrated by Alan Wright, SoundsWright.

[@cumeada]

- this excellent video is a valuble contribution towards accuracy about the outbreak of World War 1, the Bombardment of the North East coast is frequently ignored by historians.

[@pancrack]

Salute Gary Kester! A stunning piece of work !
Craig Hornby (A Century in Stone)

[@jonathanwilson2260]

So sad that that the North East of England had to suffer because Teesside was the first area to be bombed in 2 world war. Again was first be consider by the Russians if world war 3 broken out.

[@WhiteHorseOfKilburn]

nice short documentary about the bombardment

[@johnsimpsonkirkpatrickhist1372]

A fascinating video.