RIP to everyone who died in this dreamy nightclub 70 years ago today. Once a hot spot for London society. It first opened it's doors in 1924. On March 8th 1941 two German bombs crashed right onto the dance floor. Rescuers described how customers had died in the most gruesome ways. The headless body of the dance band leader Ken 'Snakehips' Johnson was found buried among the twisted wreckage.
What can I say? The wonderful jazz music and the sudden stop makes this video truly effective. If I were a history teacher I'd gladly show this in my courses with your permission.
NewHopeNashFan 2 months ago
Ken 'snakehips' Johnson and his West Indian Orchestra were playing that night. Snakehips was killed. I've also heard that Al Bolwy was killed in the same incident but am not certain this is true.
stracepipe 2 months ago
My Grandfather`s club. He died. Looters ransacked the bodies. Emergency services arrived and the wounded were washed down with champagne.
rodulfo78 3 months ago
Sometimes; Blair never asked for, or got, my support!
cl5307 4 months ago
@cl5307 Nice.But remember, politicians need support from the people...
miguelmouta 4 months ago
Is that Walter Mattau ( at 02:50) ?
miguelmouta 4 months ago
My father was one of the people in the Club that night and escaped with his life albeit somewhat scarred. It was a life defining moment for him. Cheers
t1mothyo 4 months ago
Well done! God save us all from crazy politicians!
cl5307 8 months ago
Very nicely done. Thank you.
BigGuyBoleslaw 10 months ago
What an awesome vid, Aaron... To enjoy and think about it... Thanx for your fine art !!
altobiotero 11 months ago