The Anniversary of the Battle of Crécy

Today marks the 675th anniversary of the end of the Battle of Crécy, a momentous conflict that was to determine the fate of Calais for more than two centuries, and…

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Anniversary of the Battle of Blenheim

Perhaps one of the greatest yet most overlooked British victories in military history, the Battle of Blenheim (or Blindheim in German) marked on this date in 1704 a turning point…

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Royal Navy Veteran’s Journey

Time in the Navy: Mr Ernest Chapman was on a submarine frigate based in Japan/Singapore and in Suez. He was in charge of 4 inch guns on the quarterdeck. No…

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Andrew Lundie Army Veteran

Andrew's Military Service: Mr Lundie served within the forces from 1963-2002. He was in the Army- Infantry from 1963-198, Sultans Armed Forces 1980-1987, and TA 1987-2002. Being in the Infantry…

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