A unique album has come to light, featuring photos and memories of 150 British servicemen, who were stationed in America during World War Two. It belonged to a family in New York, who struck up friendships with the young sailors and welcomed them into their home. Eighty years on, an amateur historian from Pershore is tracking down the men's families. ➡️ https://bbc.in/3knn8r6 | BBC Birmingham
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