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The Battle of Athens 80 Years On
Discover some of the stories of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the skies over Athens 80 years ago.
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80th anniversary of Malta receiving the George Cross
80 years ago, on the 15th April 1942, the island of Malta was awarded the highest civilian decoration for courage and heroism.
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The Battle of Tripoli: How Montgomery & 8th Army pushed the Afrika Corps out of Libya
What started at El Alamein continued in Libya. 80 years on, we examine one of the World War Tw's key engagements: the Battle of Tripoli.
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Legacy of Liberation: The True Story of The Great Escape
80 years ago, one of the most remarkable events of the Second World War. Discover the true story of the Great Escape with Commonwealth War Graves.
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Behind enemy lines: The story of the Chindits & Operation Longcloth
80 years ago, a unique Commonwealth force stalked the steaming jungles of Burma. Join us for a retrospective on Operation Longcloth and the exploits of the Chindits.
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The Dieppe Raid at 80: An airman’s account
Friday 19th of August marks 80 years since the ill-fated Dieppe Raid took place. We spoke to Eugenie Brooks about her father’s actions during this controversial operation.
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Remembering the Battle of El Alamein 80 years on
80 years ago, Allied tanks roared through the desert to smash The Desert Fox and settle the North Africa campaign. This is the story of the second battle of El Alamein.
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Legacy of Liberation: Kohima, Imphal and the Turning Point in the Far East
80 years ago, the Battle of Kohima and Imphal marked the turning point in the Far East campaign. Read on to discover the story and how the battle’s fallen are commemorated.
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Liberation 80: Operation Husky & the Allied Invasion of Sicily 80 Years on
80 years ago, the Allies launched Operation Husky: one of the largest amphibious assaults in history. Learn the story of the Invasion of Sicily and the start of the Italian campaign here.
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Legacy of Liberation: Big Week and the fight for Allied air supremacy over Europe
80 years ago this week, Germany’s skies were filled with Allied aircraft as Big Week commenced. Discover the story of the RAF’s role in this important step in the liberation of Europe.
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