A Brief Introduction to Military Pillboxes
Explore some of the anti-invasion defences built across England during the First and Second World Wars.
Tag: Second World War
6 Inspirational Women Engineers from History
These pioneering women led the way in making engineering a career choice for all women.
The Story of the Dambusters: Operation Chastise, May 1943
From bouncing marbles across a garden water butt to the development of a deadly bouncing bomb, discover the extraordinary story of the Dambusters’ raid.
The Story of the US Army Air Forces in Britain During the Second World War
By 1944, over half a million United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) servicemen were stationed in Britain.
The Story of the Royal British Legion
Founded in 1921, the Royal British Legion has been supporting the Armed Forces ever since.
Bravery Through Time: The Evolution of Modern Britain’s Fire Service
A new National Fire Service was inaugurated on 18 August 1941, which consolidated and unified the service across Britain.
From Prototype to Defender of the Skies: The Story of the Spitfire
The British Spitfire – the iconic, high performance aircraft, celebrated for its maneuverability, speed and fire power – helped the RAF turn the tide of the Second World War in the Allies’ favour.
The Extraordinary Story of Pioneering Aviator Amy Johnson
Amy Johnson became a living legend after becoming the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia. Here we look at her extraordinary story.
The Story of the Battle of Britain
In early summer 1940, Britain had been seriously weakened following the evacuation from Dunkirk of the core of its professional army. It left the country alone in the fight against Hitler.
10 Places That Tell Stories of Isolation
Isolation and social distancing have shaped our past in many different ways.