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Battle of Britain 75 Years ago.
A flypast involving Spitfires and Hurricanes has taken place to mark 75 years since the decisive encounter of the Battle of Britain. A service was also held in London’s St Paul’s Cathedral to commemorate the anniversary. In the fight the … Continue reading
A Story Worth Sharing
I thought this cute little story was worth sharing —————————————- The 12 year old soldier of the Great War: In 1916 a 12 year old boy walked into the Recruitment Office and signed up. I can’t recall which regiment … Continue reading
Posted in military, veterans
Tagged 12 years old, Army, boy, conflict, death, first world war, Great War, machine gun, medals, Recruits, shortages, Somme
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Preface to Lily & Me. In Remembrance.
As I prepare to launch my latest book “Chapter XXI. Armageddon” I thought a re-post of the preface from my first book might be of interest to some of my readers. As we are once again nearing Remembrance Day, and … Continue reading
Battle of the Atlantic Sunday
I always think of this day as very special, Those brave mariners that plied the North Atlantic to keep the British Isle fed will forever be remembered. It was the longest battle of the Second World War, the longest naval … Continue reading
Posted in HM Submarines, military, veterans
Tagged 000 U Boat men lost, 175 Allied war ships lost, 30, 3500 merchant ships lost, bananas, Battle of the Atlantic, candy, chocolate, Longest battle of war, longest naval battle in history, never again, ration books, shortages, sugar, tea, U Boats
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