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The Significance of Military Battle Honours and the King's or Queen's Colours: Preserving Legacy and Honour.
In the annals of military history, few traditions hold as much solemn reverence and significance as the awarding of battle honours and...
Mike Smith
May 4, 20243 min read
Pack up you troubles in your old kit bag and smile smile smile.
The transition from military to civilian life represents a profound shift for many veterans, encompassing challenges that range from the...
Mike Smith
May 2, 20243 min read
Unpacking the Phrase: "Pull up a sandbag and swing the lamp"
I am often asked why is our Veterans Group is called Sandbag and Lamp. This intriguing phrase "Pull up a sandbag and swing the lamp"...
Mike Smith
May 2, 20243 min read
Remembering the Victims of World War 1. The untold stories of “Shot at Dawn”.
World War I stands as one of the most devastating conflicts in human history, claiming millions of lives and leaving behind countless...
Mike Smith
Apr 30, 20242 min read
Skyward Heroes: The Role of Airborne Forces on D-Day
On the fateful morning of June 6, 1944, the skies over Normandy, France, became the stage for one of the most audacious and pivotal...
Mike Smith
Apr 21, 20242 min read
Military Humour
She was the nations Queen but for the military she was the boss, the one that put you at ease with her great sense of humour. Many...
Mike Smith
Sep 6, 20231 min read
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