13+ hour, 49+ min ago  (714+ words) On April 5, 1945, the Second World War was drawing to its final days, yet the skies over Europe remained a place of constant danger and sudden death. British airmen continued to fly deep into enemy territory, with missions designed to bring…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago  (218+ words) The Isle of Wight's much-loved Second World War veteran Alec Penstone celebrated his 101st birthday at the home where he is recovering from a visit to hospital. Alec turned 101 on Thursday, April 23, and marked the milestone with a party at The…...