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Over four years of research have led to the definitive book detailing the true story behind the little Italian chapel, built in Orkney during World War II. The Italian chapel created on the island of Lambholm in Orkney was constructed by Italian prisoners of war, from two World War II Nissen huts, exceptional artistic talents [...]
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A labour of love, exquisite artistic skill and craftsmanship transformed World War II nissen huts into a stunning Italian chapel on the isle of Lambholm. The distinct white and red facade of the little church on Lambholm has become affectionately known as The Italian Chapel. Prisoners of war, captured during the North African campaign of [...]
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