Their war had ended. Their tragedy had just begun.

In the peaceful countryside of East Yorkshire, 1947, a truck carrying German prisoners of war and British soldiers collided with a speeding express train at a country crossing. Twelve men lost their lives in an instant — after surviving the horrors of World War II.

Burton Agnes: The Forgotten Wartime Rail Tragedy brings to light a hidden chapter of British history, weaving together eyewitness accounts, personal letters, and the tireless efforts of modern-day campaigners to ensure the victims are not forgotten.

Perfect for readers of forgotten wartime disasters, military nonfiction, and true survival stories, this powerful and deeply human story shows that even after peace, fate can still strike without warning.

Discover a story of sacrifice, remembrance, and the fragile line between survival and tragedy.