Browse Sections

Modern British History

Latest Feature Articles


Mark Cavendish
The Sprint Cyclist from the Isle of Man made history by becoming the first British rider to win a fourth stage in one Tour de France.
Roald Dahl
In his book "Going Solo", the famous children's author Roald Dahl retells his experiences as a British fighter pilot during World War II.
Angus McBride
An artist of rare ability, Angus McBride is best remembered for illustrating over one hundred books for Osprey Publishing, a military history specialist.
The Royal Navy vs the Kriegsmarine
When Hitler launched his invasion of Norway in 1940 only the warships of the Royal Navy stood any chance of stopping him.
The Falklands War
Could 20 Sea Harrier Jump Jets really take on the whole of the Argentinean Air Force, an Air Force armed with French Mirage fighters and Exocet missiles?