Contents Listing - Articles & Features in this issue
Features:
Reputations: Sir Edwin Alderson - Michael E Haskew unpicks the career of a popular veteran English general who helped shape the Canadian Expeditionary Force but fell foul of army politics.
Fleeing the Firestorm - Steve Snelling details the tragedy that befell the national servicemen of the Royal Norfolks when an anti-EOKA operation went horribly awry.
Pilots of the Caribbean - Remarkable tenacity and determination came to define the unwavering commitment of wartime Britain’s black service personnel, as uncovered by Fiona Keating.
Blitzwalker: The Square Mile - Historian and guide Steve Hunnisett reveals the lasting legacy of the City of London’s Blitz. Discover the poignant reminders and follow the route with our handy map.
Tomorrow will be a Good Day - Captain Sir Tom Moore tells John Ash about his war service, charitable work, plans for the future and reveals his favourite drink.
Hidden Heroes - Among its strength, the RAF included a number of Jewish members who keenly took the fight to the Nazis. Lila Randall reveals how they are now being celebrated.
Damage Control - If your home was destroyed during the Blitz, how could you begin to recover from your loss? Steve Richards explains who picked up the tab.
EXCLUSIVE: CAPTAIN TOM Q&A
Briefings:
HMS Victory - Major restorative work has opened up an entirely new way to view Britain’s oldest warship.
Josef Frantisek Honoured - A Hurricane has been painted in the markings of the legendary Czechoslovak fighter ace.
End of Empire - We speak to the man behind The Singapore Grip, an upcoming TV drama centred on the 1942 Fall of Singapore.
HERO of the MONTH:
Lieutenant Commander Geoffrey Saxton White VC - Only five VCs were awarded to submariners in the Great War. Lord Ashcroft profiles a courageous captain who gave his life to save his crew.
Regulars:
Field Post
Image of War
Collections
Militaria
Image of War
Weapons of War
At Ease
Cover Story - A striking image of Ulric Cross, an RAF navigator, diplomat and high court judge who was possibly the most decorated West Indian of World War Two.
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