PinnedThe untold history of the British Army in Swaziland in 1963In the summer of 1963 British troops were sent to Swaziland for the purpose of breaking a strike, much to the dismay of many politicians in…Jan 3, 202218Jan 3, 202218
Unveiling the Allure of GoldenEye Hotel and Resort: A Tropical Paradise in JamaicaWalking to my room I tried really hard not to hum the James Bond theme. I failed. At least I kept it inside my head. Then I wondered how…Jun 9, 2024Jun 9, 2024
What you need to know about sustainable aviation fuelsWe all love to travel. We all love to fly to far away destinations but at what cost to the planet? Fuels are literally costing the earth…Jun 5, 2024Jun 5, 2024
The fascinating history of Japan AirlinesAugust 1951 Japan was in ruins from Allied bombing raids throughout the Pacific War, but miraculously a fledgling international airline…May 6, 2024May 6, 2024
The fascinating history of the Gazelle helicopterFor over thirty years the small but distinctive shape of the Gazelle helicopter has been a part of the military and civilian scene. One of…May 6, 2024May 6, 2024
The fascinating history of Allington CastleStanding near Allington lock on the southern bank of the River Medway, tucked away behind a row of poplars is Allington Castle. It is…May 6, 2024May 6, 2024
The extraordinary life of World War One fighter ace Werner VossHad Werner Voss survived the legendary dogfight on 23 September 1917 he could have gone on to rival his friend and colleague Richthofen as…Dec 29, 20231Dec 29, 20231
Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead CoupéIn some Hollywood classics it is the car that is the star, not so in Alfred Hitchcock’s classic, The Birds, although it came damn close.Nov 8, 2023Nov 8, 2023
Movie Review: Looker (1981)Looking back on Looker, the rugged craggy voiced James Coburn seems the perfect choice to play the villain. Whilst not one of his finest…Jun 24, 2023Jun 24, 2023