Archive interview with late Gail Halvorsen reveals joy over his Candy Bomber role
The archive BFBS the Forces Station audio was recorded in 1998 to mark 50 years since the Berlin Airlift
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Remembrance April deadline to get involved in key Falklands 40th events
Four decades after fighting came to an end, the National Memorial Arboretum will be the setting for a 'liberation day' event.
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Military Life What the Dickins? The highest animal military award explained
The PDSA Dickin Medal is recognised worldwide as the animals' equivalent of the Victoria Cross.
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WWII Candy Bomber Gail Halvorsen who dropped sweets for German children dies aged 101
The US Air Force pilot with RAF wings dropped sweets to German children during the Berlin Airlift
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History Could you help confirm the identities of three fallen Scottish WW1 soldiers?
The MOD War Detectives need your help.
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History The largest capitulation in British history: The Fall of Singapore
Eighty years on from the great defeat.
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RAF Sold! Blast-proof bunker used for RAF communications
The 5,300 sq ft facility in Norfolk has been out of military action for almost two decades.
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History Churchill's secret army of artists
The 'camoufleurs' of Leamington Spa provided a vital service to wartime Britain.
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History Uncovered: Australia's largest historic collection of militaria for sale
Auctioneers and valuers in Australia were said to be in "complete disbelief" when they arrived to inspect the vast rare collection.
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History Lifesaving private's 1857 Victoria Cross medals group sells at auction
The group of six medals had not been sold on the open market for more than 100 years and sold for £40,000 above top estimate.
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History Dame Vera Lynn: An extraordinary life on display
The Forces' Sweetheart's personal items give a unique insight into her life.
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Aircraft For sale: WWII Spitfire, good, used condition, starred in 60s films – £4.5m
The 79-year-old Spitfire Mark IX, MH415, flew with multiple RAF squadrons.
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Cyprus Cyprus: UK military's last remaining search and rescue squadron celebrates half-century
All three of 84 Squadron's Griffin helicopters toured the island in an impressive formation flight to mark the milestone.
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Naval History Watch: Piece of Navy history found in London's waters
Nicola White has found numerous military items while mudlarking around the River Thames.
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Navy Veterans launch £15,000 fundraiser for memorial to honour sinking of Navy ship
Four decades ago, HMS Sheffield was hit – and eventually sunk – by an Argentine missile while assisting with liberation of the Falklands.
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History Five of the best spy infiltrations from history
From the 1500s to the modern-day, here are some of the past's most intriguing tales of espionage.