Who was Walter Tull?
A look at the remarkable life of the military and footballing trailblazer who played for sides including Tottenham Hotspur and Rangers.
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WWII Why is the American military Jeep so iconic?
On the road with a restored Jeep, and a detailed look at the history of the iconic vehicle.
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Army Seventh generation soldier from one family begins Army career
Military service in the British Army in the Stewart/Cartwright family dates back to 1799, during the Napoleonic Wars.
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Feature Tin Noses Shop: The sculptor who made masks for the mutilated faces of WW1
The French referred to these WWI wounded veterans as having 'gueules cassées' or 'broken faces'.
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Army Know Your Army – Boats And Aircraft
A look at the different vessels and aircraft supporting the British Army.
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Army Know Your Army – Weapons And Organisation
A look at the structure of the British Army and the weapons it uses.
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WWII Tanks and infantry – the almost-forgotten war-winning combination
How a combined-arms, infantry-tank approach helped the Allies win WW2.
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Army History Dead Regiments – And Those Who Served In Them
Fond memories of British Army units that no longer exist.
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WWII Tomahawk Warrior – How A WW2 Bomber Crash Left A Lifetime Memory
The tragic story of how a B-17 crash had a profound impact on those who witnessed it.
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History Marathon And The Military – The Battle Behind The Famous Race
Learn the military history of the well-known running event.
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Music Watch Kneller Hall – A Final Farewell Right Here
This bank holiday weekend, BFBS Radio 2, Forces TV and BFBS Extra celebrated military music.
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Afghanistan Blood, Metal And Dust – A Review Of The Iraq And Afghan Wars
Brigadier Ben Barry’s book has many lessons relevant in the aftermath of Afghanistan.
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Cadets How Octavia Hill Helped Set Up The Cadets To Help Slum Boys Find Self-Reliance
Champion of nature, the underprivileged … and the armed forces?
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Veterans Appeal For Standard Bearers To Honour Dunkirk Veteran
Are you free on Monday, August 2 to honour the memory of veteran Mr David Evans?
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History The Victoria Cross versus the US Medal Of Honor – How do they compare?
A look at the histories of the highest medals for gallantry in the UK and US
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Weapons and Kit The Gatling Gun – The First Machine Gun?
All the specs on an historical weapon that changed the face of war.