Commemorating vj day 80 & remembering family

Since 1940 Japan had been devoid of civilian politicians as the parties had been dissolved by the militaristic Imperial Rule Assistance Association, led by Lt General Hideki Tojo. Over the intervening

A Ukrainian PoW’s story Dmytro Chorny had been ...

NOTHING to report, Grant, except the usual niggles with the coal delivery. “Here, have a cup before I go.” “Thanks, Jim. I’m fair parched.” Grant removed his bicycle clips and accepted the proffered t

July’s magazine featured a review of Max Hastings’s book Sword: D-Day Trial by Battle, alongside an iconic photograph of British troops. That image has featured so many times in articles and TV shows

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Letter of the week In hindsight… YOUR ...