My career in the Military

TO ALL MY CHILDREN [And Friends} MY CAREER IN THE MILITARY by Guy Cecil During the summer of 1938 there had been talk of war against Hitler due to his demands in Europe. In October we all thought war was about to break out, so I went to the drill hall at Catford on...

Remembrance

Seventy years ago today We were mobilized for war As the Germans would no longer delay Their preparations to attack Warsaw. In the war that followed millions died As country after country fell To a man who achieved power because he lied. For the millions who suffered,...

The Battle of Britain (And The Blitz)

A swarm of bombers Filled the azure sky. The drone of hundreds Caused the boys and girls to cry. They knew that they would Go through hell And have horrific tales to tell. As the Nazis crossed the English shore They were followed By more and more. The A.A. gunners...