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The Dowding System and the role of radar in the Battle of Britain

The Dowding System was the air defence network used during The Battle of Britain. It has been credited for giving Britain a critical advantage over Germany, as they…

An interview with the late Geoffrey Wellum

In this interview, the late Spitfire pilot Geoffrey Wellum recalled what it was like to take to the skies during the Battle of Britain.

11 September 2024
Battle of Britain pilots

Five things you might not know about the Battle of Britain

The Battle of Britain is seen by many as a defining moment for the RAF during the Second World War.

RAF Military Working Dogs

National Dog Day: Military Working Dogs

With National Dog Day taking place on 26 August, check out our Q&A on Military Working Dogs and how the work of these remarkable animals, and their handlers, is so vital…

23 August 2024
Stu 2024 Paralympics

Guest blog: "I’m going to be playing on the world's biggest stage, against the world's best athletes"

With the Wheelchair Rugby Paralympic Games starting on the 29 August, Fund ambassador and Paralympian, Cpl Stuart Robinson, talks about what it takes to represent Team…

19 August 2024
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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: What is wheelchair rugby?

This year, Fund Ambassador Stu Robinson is competing in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games as part of the Team GB Paralympic wheelchair rugby team, following the team’s…

25 July 2024