Dartmouth Castle in Devon is one of the most beautifully located fortresses in England. For over 600 years, the castle has guarded the narrow entrance to the Dart Estuary and the busy, vibrant port of Dartmouth. The seaside castle has plenty for explorers – young and old, such as an atmospheric Gun Tower, winding passages and a climb to the top of the battlements.And if … [Read more...] about Dartmouth Castle: Built To Protect Dartmouth Harbour
Second World War
Wojtek: The Bear who Fought for Poland in World War II
During the Second World War, the Polish army, freed from Soviet captivity, found itself with a unique and memorable recruit: Wojtek the bear. In the opening phases of the Second World War, Poland found itself invaded from two sides by both Nazi Germany and Soviet Russia. British pressure on the Soviets would lead to the freeing of many of these POWs, who would form … [Read more...] about Wojtek: The Bear who Fought for Poland in World War II