The arrival of Basque refugee children to Southampton 85 years ago was remembered at a ceremony at the weekend

by Martin Brisland. “Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child” – this 19th Century spiritual song has had many versions, notably by Paul Robeson in the 1920s. It was sung by him at a 1930s charity fundraising concert for the Basque children at the Albert Hall. The song was often in Prince’s live set and … Continue reading The arrival of Basque refugee children to Southampton 85 years ago was remembered at a ceremony at the weekend