Operation Torch Then And Now Reviewied
The Allied invasion of North Africa is a convoluted tale of politics, diplomacy, grand strategy and a military campaign. Operation Torch introduced the Americans to…
Could Hold 32 Million Gallons – Scotland’s Secret WW2 Fuel Depot
In any war, being able to maintain fuel and supply lines for critical supplies is of utmost importance. Being able to store necessary resources and…
Scapa 1919 – The Archeology of a Scuttled Fleet
The Orkney islands sit above the north east coast of Scotland and this is where the Royal Navy made a shelter in the anchorage of…
101st Vet Aged 98 To Jump Again in Operation Market Garden
If anyone can prove those adages to be true, it’s Jim ‘Pee Wee’ Martin, an American World War II 101st veteran who’s doing something many…
Reviewed: Other Ranks – Tilsley’s Account of Trench Life
I like to think I’ve been open about my disappointment with the way the centenary of the Great War was handled in the UK. Four…
How Do You Restore A WW2 Tank?
Go behind the scenes at The Tank Museum Workshop’s, 26 October, to discover how they keep the Museum’s historic tanks running. Led by the presenters…
For Sale: A Chieftain Tank & Other Rare Vehicles
Last remaining vehicles from a Private Collection which includes a main battle tank, tracked vehicles and other rare vehicles. Aquatrack Amphibious Vehicle. Remaining example of…
Moscow Declassifies WWII Docs Relating to The Non-aggression Pact
Prior to World War II, the USSR Soviets and the Nazis signed a non-aggression pact. Historians say that the agreement cleared the path for WWII…
A British Group Plans to Have a Mosquito back in The Air By 2023
If a group of British volunteers are successful, a Mosquito bomber could be flying over Great Britain by 2023. The De Havilland Mosquito bomber was…
The British German Reenactor Who Applied for the Role as The Napoleon Impersonator
You may have seen a story across all news platforms this week with regards to the island of St. Helena looking for a Napoleon impersonator.…
Reviewed: Spitfire! The Full Story of a Unique Battle of Britain Fighter Squadron
The Battle of Britain has spawned a zillion books, several movies and a whole lot more and there are no signs of the trend abating.…
Reviewed: The Little Bighorn Campaign 1876-77
It’s a long way from England to Montana but I like to think that I will be able to get out to walk the scene…