Happy Birthday Auntie
Louis Napoleon Schoenfeld’s folly became an important part of the BBC’s history.
“A People’s Westminster Abbey”
Victorian artist George Frederic Watt’s legacy left London with one its most moving memorials.
Reminders of a Nightmare that Never Was
Around Tabard Gardens Estate are some silent reminders of the worst fears of pre-war Londoners.
Thank You Sacred Heart
Thank’s to the students at Sacred Heart School I was reminded of the remarkable women of the SOE.
Warriors and Soldiers, Friends and Allies
An unexpected discovery at Westminster Abbey reminded me of the Special Relationship and how important it is to me.
An Overlooked Anniversary
Our remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War overlooked one of the Allies’ greatest achievements.
Your In the Army Now
Passed in the midst of a looming national emergency, PL 76-783 would impact American life for generations.
Dirty Little Imps
A trip to Durham reminded me of another anniversary that should never be forgotten.