RAF Marks 20th Anniversary Of Operation Silkman
Looking back to a parachute drop into Sierra Leone
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Stories Are These The Best Regimental Mottos Ever?
From 'Death or Glory' to 'Better To Die Than Live A Coward', these phrases are incredibly inspirational
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LGBTQ Absolute Legends: The Gay Hero Of The Battle Of Britain
Gay men like Ian Gleed served with distinction on the front line, finding love and relationships while they served their King and country...
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WWII Battle Of Britain: The Inside Story Of How The Luftwaffe Was Beaten
The air campaign lasted more than three months with British and German aircraft involved in the skies over the UK.
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RAF 'RAF Integrated From Day One': Author On Great-Uncle's WW2 Service
Flight Lieutenant John Blair volunteered for the RAF in 1942, surviving 30 bombing operations and earning the Distinguished Flying Cross.
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History Britain's First Black Pilot: The Pioneering Sgt William Clarke
At 19, William travelled across the Atlantic Ocean at his own cost, to defend England
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History Arthur Knight: Portsmouth Charity Tells Serviceman And Sportsman's Story
The talented footballer and cricketer served in both world wars, played international sport and twice competed at the Olympic Games.
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History The WWII Pilots Who Traveled Across The World To Defend England
British pilots did not face the Luftwaffe alone ...
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History Exceptional Women Of The Battle Of Britain
Hitler did not bargain on the fighting spirit of those left on the ground ...
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History Who Were The Few? The Real Heroes Of The Battle Of Britain
In the face of daunting odds, who were the pilots of the Royal Air Force engaged in fierce battle in the skies over Britain?
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Long Reads Messerschmitts Attack – German Views Of The Battle Of Britain
The Battle of Britain as seen from the other side
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Aviation History Who Are The French Aerobatic Display Team?
All the info on La Patrouille de France
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History What Were The Actual Odds Of Dying In WW1?
Step into the shoes of the British Tommy and examine the stats that determined his chances of life or death.
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Aviation History From Flying Birdcages To Drones: How Air-Combat Tactics Began
Aviation historian Chris McNab gives a glimpse into the beginnings of Aerial Doctrine
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Aviation History The Avro Lancaster In All Its Glory: Stats And Facts
An icon of WW2, learn about the specifications of the Lancaster bomber, and how it got its name.
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RAF RAF Firefighting Museum: Looking Around The Collection Which Could Soon Close
The volunteers have until mid-December to find a new space.