Idaho makes use of World War Two parachutes
In 1948, just three years after the end of World War Two, the Idaho State Government found a unique but fitting use for old World…
Laos casualties from Vietnam War unexploded ordnance
During the Vietnam War of 1955-1975, Laos was, along with Vietnam and Cambodia, hit hard by the constant bombardment of fighting and bombing. Records state…
A Pair of Firsts?
Archibald Ashmore KcKellar. His name may not be familiar to many people nowadays. Seventy-five years ago, his was one of the most recognised names in…
WIND IN THE WIRES – Review by Mark Barnes
The gathering pace of events surrounding the centenary of the Great War have coincided with some difficult times in my world and, as a consequence,…
OPERATION STORM – Review by Mark Barnes
We’re getting near the time of year when I have been asked to produce a ‘books of the year’ feature. This one is just in…
Man Purchases WWII-Era Plane from Topeka Flight Museum
An unnamed man in Michigan has recently purchased a vintage aircraft from a flight museum in Topeka. The aircraft in question is a rare O-46…
Refurbished World War Two Plane Takes Off From Robin Hood Airport
Anoverhauled aircraft from World War Twobrought back nostalgic feelingsto onlookers as it took off for the skies as part of its first test flight. The…
USS Houston Discovered in Java Sea
The wreckage of the USS Houston, a ship destroyed by the Japanese in 1942, has been found in the Java Sea. In many ways, the…
Unsolved WWII Plane Crash Investigated
During the Second World War, there was a plane crash near southwest Victoria that was never solved. In fact, it was never even reported. There…
THE MEN WHO GAVE US WINGS – Review by John Henry Phillips
A few weeks ago I was handed a book to review on the life and exploits of Australia’s most successful flying ace, Robert A. Little,…
RELIABLE, CHEAP AND IT WORKS… COLD WAR KIT COMES TO THE RESCUE
By Phil Royal With the 70th Anniversary of D-Day and the 100th Anniversary of the start of the Great War in the calendar, 2014 was…
Royal Air Force Removes Harrier Jet from Surbiton
The Surbiton headquarters of the Royal Air Force has played home to a specific Harrier jet for almost nine years. Now, after much deliberation, the…