Tag Archives: WW2

London VE Day Photos from 8th May 1945

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Stephen Liddell

Today is VE Day and I wasn’t going to post anything in particular but a quick search came across countless incredible photos and so I thought, why not! VE Day is a public holiday in several European countries such as … Continue reading →

Posted in history, London, WW2 | Tagged 8th May 1945, Churchill, East End, Peace, photos, Picadilly, VE Day, Victory In Europe Day, war, WW2 | 4 Comments

WW2 icons of the RAF

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Stephen Liddell

Following on from my RAF100 post the Sopwih Camel and WW1… By 1940 the awesome might of Hitler’s Luftwaffe had been displayed in the lightning blitzkrieg offensive that annexed France in six weeks. In the aftermath the British had managed … Continue reading →

Posted in history, WW2 | Tagged Battle of Britain, Dambusters, Hurricane, Lancaster Bomber, RAF, Royal Air Force, Spitfire, Star Wars, WW2 | 4 Comments

Messing Around With Maps

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Stephen Liddell

I’m a big fan of maps. I like how they convey details and information but also I just like maps themselves. Over the last 5 years or so I have posted qutie a few popular posts on maps and so … Continue reading →

Posted in geography, history | Tagged British Isles, Celtic, geography, Ireland Clans, Maps, Palestine, Racism, WW2 | 4 Comments

A drive through London in 1946

Posted on November 4, 2017 by Stephen Liddell

I came across this video today when I was mean’t to be working on one of my worik in progress manuscripts. It shows that traffic has always been bad in London though it seems quiet at first. I really enjoyed … Continue reading →

Posted in history, Life, London | Tagged history, London, Pathe News, St Pauls Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Traffic, Traffic Jams, Video, WW2 | 3 Comments

15 of the best war films of all time.

Posted on July 15, 2017 by Stephen Liddell

It’s only a week now until the release of my most anticipated film of the year, Dunkirk. Despite being pivotal to the entire WW2, the brave and often selfless actions of the British Expeditionary Force and allied French and Belgian … Continue reading →

Posted in history, Life, Movies and Films | Tagged Cinema, Dunkirk, Film, Great Escape, Lawrence of Arabia, movies, War Films, War Movies, WW2, Zulu | 4 Comments

ORP Blyskawica, Cowes and an unexpected surprise for the Luftwaffe

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Stephen Liddell

I’ve had the good fortune to be in Portsmouth twice in the last 3 days. It’s one of my favourite UK cities and I’m always very happy when I get to give a tour here. There is more than can … Continue reading →

Quote | Posted on May 8, 2017 by Stephen Liddell | Tagged Captain Francki, Cowes, history, Isle of Wight, ORP Błyskawica, Portsmouth, The Blitz, The Solent, WW2 | 2 Comments

140 London Underground Facts

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Stephen Liddell

Some people say that we are living in a post-fact world. This epic list of facts relating to the London Underground says otherwise! So whether you use it every day or just see it on movies, here are some facts … Continue reading →