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In Lancashire, WWII reenactors told not to wear Nazi uniforms

Visitors to an East Lancashire battle re-enactment have been banned from wearing Nazi uniforms after a storm of protest from Jewish groups.

The 1940s Wartime Weekend has become one of the biggest events of its type in the country and attracts thousands of visitors each May.

But last year the Jewish community was left angered when visitors turned up dressed as Nazi officers.

Directors of the East Lancs Railway (ELR), which runs the event, have banned the uniforms to prevent causing further offence.
Read entire article at This Is Lancashire