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Battles of El Alamein

Battles of El Alamein

Fought near the western frontier of Egypt between 23 October and 4 November 1942, El Alamein was the climax and turning point of the North African campaign of World War Two (1939-45). The Axis army of Italy and Germany suffered a decisive defeat by the British Eighth...
The Forgotten Fleet who kept Britain going

The Forgotten Fleet who kept Britain going

During wartime, Britain heavily depended on civilian cargo ships to import food and raw materials, as well as to transport soldiers overseas, and keep them supplied. The title of ‘Merchant Navy’ was granted by King George V after the First World War to...
Dig for Victory: Waging War on Caterpillars

Dig for Victory: Waging War on Caterpillars

Our volunteer gardener, Leigh, is here to share her top tips and antics from today in the Dig for Victory Garden! ??????? Waging War on Caterpillars Turn your back for a week, you come back and they’re everywhere! The caterpillars have eaten the kale right down to the...