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2 weeks ago

In what film did Jennifer Lawrence play a mop's inventor? The Saturday quiz

The United States national flag has been altered 26 times historically.
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3 weeks ago

The Narrow Road to the Deep North review immensely powerful TV

Thematically, ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North’ is about a group of Australian prisoners of war constructing the Burma railway in the mid-1940s, focusing on the lasting trauma of conflict and imprisonment.
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History
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3 weeks ago

Free Red Oak WWII Ship Tours on "Port Chicago" (Richmond)

Port Chicago Weekend commemorates the 81st anniversary of the 1944 disaster that resulted in 320 deaths and significant change in military civil rights.
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1 month ago

London's Alleys: Dingley Place, EC1

Considering its industrial heritage, it's probably no surprise that this short passage once had a pub at one end, and a temperance movement at the other.
London politics
Germany news
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2 months ago

Germany updates: Merz prepares to meet Trump on US trip DW 06/04/2025

Chancellor Merz's visit to the US includes talks on Ukraine and tariffs amid a significant bomb evacuation in Cologne.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Family welcomes home Livermore World War II vet who died 81 years ago: 'This is where you belong'

Lt. Thomas Kelly's remains were finally returned to his family, providing them closure after 81 years of uncertainty following his WWII disappearance.
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2 months ago

The Book of Guilt by Catherine Chidgey review this dystopia could have been extraordinary

Catherine Chidgey's The Book of Guilt is her first dystopian novel, exploring an alternate history where WWII ended earlier than in reality.
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2 months ago

The Hawaii trail where a WWII plane crashed tells a tragic story

The Aiea Loop Trail in Hawaii has historical significance as the site of a 1944 B-24 bomber crash.
Europe news
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3 months ago

Video. Prague marks VE Day with reenactment of 1945 uprising against Nazis

Prague commemorates VE Day with a reenactment of the 1945 Prague Uprising, showcasing historical uniforms, weapons, and military vehicles.
US news
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3 months ago

One WWII veteran shares his story on the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Germany's unconditional surrender on May 7, 1945, marked a vital moment in World War II for American troops.
Harry Miller's experiences highlight the emotional response of soldiers to Germany's surrender.
Chicago Cubs
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

May 6: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Hack Wilson retained respect from the Chicago Cubs despite his trade, gaining media attention alongside Al Capone in 1932.
Pope Pius hoped for peace and for Italy to avoid entering WWII, supporting U.S. efforts.
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3 months ago

Blood-red poppies pour over the Tower of London to mark 80 years since end of Second World War

The Tower of London hosts a poignant installation of 30,000 ceramic poppies to commemorate 80 years since the end of WWII.
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3 months ago

Homefires burning: how a cache of passionate love letters shows the second world war on two fronts

Gerard's letters reveal the struggles and resilience of a young couple separated by war, highlighting Alice's resourcefulness and unyielding spirit during difficult times.
London politics
US Elections
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3 months ago

Trump declares May 8 as 'Victory Day' for World War II: 'Going to start celebrating our victories again!'

Trump announces May 8 as 'Victory Day' in the U.S. to honor WWII sacrifices.
London politics
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3 months ago

London ambulance that survived the WWII blitz could return to the road again

A historic ambulance from WWII is being restored by the London Ambulance Service for future use on the road.
UK news
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3 months ago

Author Barbara Pym may have worked for MI5, research suggests

Barbara Pym may have been involved in MI5 work, using her writing skills to identify coded messages during her time as a wartime censor.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Dachau's memorial marks 80 years since the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp

Dachau concentration camp's 80th liberation anniversary brings remembrance of the atrocities and honors those who suffered there.
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3 months ago

Nostalgic photos reveal how quaint Bromley village has changed over 100 years

Photos have revealed how the village of Downe in Bromley has changed over the last 100 years.
London politics
Independent films
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3 months ago

The Best Godzilla Movie Of the Decade Is Officially Getting An Exciting Sequel

Toho is producing a direct sequel to Godzilla Minus One, with Takashi Yamazaki returning as director.
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3 months ago

Family visit fire boat named after Blitz heroine

"During the most difficult times during the war, she was out supplying our fire engine so it could respond to London throughout the war, to make sure that we were able to keep those people safe and respond as much as we can."
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