Geoff Simpson’s article describes the creation and expansion of the Database of The Few, who are the Allied airmen of the Battle of Britain, detailing their biographies and service records. Originating from Kenneth G Wynn’s book, the work involved transferring rights and publication efforts with support from the Battle of Britain Memorial Trust. The Database offers detailed accounts for historians, authors, and researchers, and is maintained in cooperation with other memorial efforts, aiming to preserve the rich histories and stories of the individuals involved.

As tensions continue to disrupt global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Dr Linda Parker argues that the present crisis cannot be fully understood — or resolved — without examining the centuries-long struggle for control of the Persian Gulf

With questions mounting over whether Britain is prepared to support the U.S in the Gulf and defend its own regional interests, Dr Linda Parker argues that the delay in sending HMS Dragon to Cyprus has revealed how far the Royal Navy has drifted from its long tradition of rapid global response

The Aleutians are remote, storm-lashed and often overlooked, but as Russia and China push harder into the Arctic and North Pacific, this chain of islands off Alaska may prove critical to U.S and NATO security, writes Dr Linda Parker

The British Expeditionary Force (BEF) was deployed to France at the onset of WWII in September 1939. Commanded by General Lord Gort, it comprised regular and territorial divisions. Faced with logistical and training challenges, such as lack of adequate communication means and collective training, the BEF defended against the German advance in 1940. Despite setbacks, including outdated strategies reminiscent of WWI trench warfare, they notably facilitated the Dunkirk evacuation, rescuing over 338,000 troops. The campaign exposed troops to modern warfare’s complexities, demanding adaptability in mobility, defense tactics, and survival under heavy German offenses during the Blitzkrieg.