Bletchley Park Marks 80 Years Since Enigma Code Was Cracked
The British first successfully read a German Enigma code 80 years ago today.
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History Why Did Britain Invade Tibet In 1904?
'The Great Game' was meant to be a contest between Britain and Russia - learn how Tibet got sucked in
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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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Afghanistan The ‘Forgotten’ Third Afghan War: When Afghanistan Invaded British India
Overshadowed by WW1, the 100-year-old Third Afghan War has surprisingly modern resonance, as British Army officer Paul Macro explains.
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History Simo Häyhä – The Deadliest Sniper In History
Author Taipo Saarelainen here writes on the deadliest sniper in history Simo Häyhä – the subject of his book on The White Sniper
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News Declassified Documents Show MPs Discussed Russia Joining NATO
A memo from January 1995 shows MOD plans to improve post-Cold War relations.
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History RAF: Remembering The Daring 'Dambusters' Mission
Former RAF Officer John Nichol talks about his book on The Dambusters
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History How The Royal Air Force Was Born
A look at how the RAF started in the early days of air combat and World War I
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RAF Memorial Service Marks 80th Anniversary Of Battle Of Heligoland Bight
Fifty-seven RAF aircrew lost their lives in the first named air battle of World War Two.
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Food How The Suffering B***tard Cocktail ‘Helped The British Beat Rommel' In The Desert
The story of a legendary drink that 'turned the tide' against the Nazis
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History Why Is It British Army And Not Royal Army?
Why didn't the British Army get the royal moniker?
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Christmas Armed Forces At Christmas: Traditions Then And Now
There are a number of Christmas traditions developed by the military over the years.
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Naval History 'World's Oldest' Christmas Pudding Celebrates 120th Birthday
The dessert was sent to British personnel serving on the front line in the Boer War during Christmas 1899.
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History All The Gen On The Victoria Cross
What is the Victoria Cross and who has received it?
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History Gin And Tonic: Its Military History And Dutch Courage
How G&T saved soldiers lives and strengthened the Empire
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History All You Need To Know About The Chelsea Pensioners
Ever wondered why certain veterans get to wear a rather splendid red coat or whether women can become Chelsea Pensioners? Look no further...