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21st November 2023

… Britain at War’s sponsors have put together a selection of great gifts … with another Chipmunk. Prices start from £120 and gift vouchers are available. All flights start and end from … helmets for re-enactors for more than 20 years. There’s free UK mainland postage for smaller items, a low-cost fixed …

By Austin J Ruddy 17th December 2023

… Religion played an important role in Home Front life, but war also presented churches and the clergy with tough challenges During World War Two, Britain’s churches offered spiritual solace to the nation, … they decided that special vestments were coupon-free, but not everyday clerical garments, so ‘dog collars’ …

17th June 2023

… to one of the most important historic aviation sites in Britain: RAF Biggin Hill Museum & Chapel. Tom Baker went to … proudly announced the Armistice of Compiègne. World War One, after 52 exhausting months of campaigning, would end … a Hurricane Mk.I. The centre has been designed with step-free access and is wheelchair friendly. A contemporary signed …

19th January 2023

… A British sailor, on his return voyage from the Crimean War, once wrote: “It is a grand and glorious sight to see how … As a consequence, vast expenditures were made on Britain’s coastal defences – fortresses and batteries … times as you like! Adult: £9.95, Child: £6.95 (under 4s free), Senior (60+): £7.95, Student: £7.95, Family (2 adults …

19th January 2023

… housed within one of the most esteemed military museums in Britain. However, the Soldiers of Shropshire Museum endured … and 85th – both formed in the 1750s for an anticipated war with France. Seeing extensive combat during the French … and Sundays Admission: Adults £5, Children £4 (Under 5s free), Family (2 adults, 3 children) £15, Concessions £4 …

18th October 2022

… AT EASE The Britain at War team picks out the top books they’ve seen in the past 12 … gift wrap are complimentary. Spend more than £125 to get free shipping. Enter code Bag10 for 10% off this Christmas, …

18th October 2022

… Percy family, to visit a collection dedicated to one of Britain’s oldest infantry regiments A VIEW OF THE FUSILIERS … distinguished itself in the American Revolutionary War, breaking the Continental Army’s centre at Brandywine … Castle. Once inside, admission to the Fusiliers Museum is free. Adult £19.50; Children £10.25; Family £53; Concessions …

18th October 2022

… CYRIL BARTON VC In his 100th feature for Britain at War, Steve Snelling tells how Bomber Command’s most costly … to merit glory, but because he died for me it’s God’s free gift… I commend my saviour to you.” Three months later, …

By Austin J Ruddy 19th January 2022

… Ingenuity and inventiveness were key weapons in a pivotal war on waste that kept wartime Britain’s mobilised population and workforce fully clothed … MYTHICAL PARACHUTE DRESS – WELL, HERE IS THE GENUINE ARTICLE. NOTE THE ORIGINAL BROWN COTTON DOUBLE PARACHUTE …

24th September 2020

… Moore took time from his busy schedule to speak about his war service, charitable work, future plans and his favourite … lot, really. I found that being in the armed forces set me free a little. I don’t recall a particular song or anything … to surrender. Q: What did you do when you arrived back in Britain?  A: I went on the armoured fighting course in …

30th April 2020

… on the German heartland from both east and west, the war in Europe was in its final throws. However, no one knew … On January 28, 1807, London’s Pall Mall had been Britain’s first street to be lit by gaslight, but Behrman was … provide a buffer against future conflicts, but sanctioned free elections – one of Churchill’s key objectives – in all …

24th September 2020

… The Blitz – from the German term Blitzkrieg (lightning war) – continued right through to the spring of 1941, the day … including University College Hospital, The Royal Free and Great Ormond Street, with 243 walking wounded … as it meanders around towards a street called Little Britain. A VIEW OF ST PAUL'S FROM THE JUNCTION OF BARTHOLOMEW …

By Lord Ashcroft 25th June 2020

… outstanding bravery during the early months of the Great War, when he led his men by example. I feel privileged to be … This worked and meant that they were also able to free some of the British POWs who had been taken the previous … badly concussed and, on November 25, he was evacuated to Britain for treatment at Lady Evelyn Mason’s Hospital for …

28th November 2019

… distinguished history. Although it opened during the Great War, the station is perhaps better known for the part it … firmly on the front line, especially during the Battle of Britain of 1940. Later, on February 12, 1942 it was the base … underneath the Dartford Bridge! The museum itself remains free to visit and survives only on donations from the public …

25th July 2019

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