Enjoy the issue, and do please keep sending us your stories and thoughts on the mag. Should this prove too much bloodshed then I recommend turning to page 76 for an overview of the civilisation of Babylon – home to the ancient world’s finest scholars, artists, engineers and mathematicians now lost to the desert sands. Henry was a king who strived for his very own Agincourt only to be thwarted by politics, economics and religion. The military theme continues in our cover feature this month with a look at the achievements of arguably England’s most famous monarch, Henry VIII, as well as his failures on the battlefield.
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The effort was well worth it though and it’s equally fascinating and sobering to hear his vivid account of the first atomic weapon ever used in warfare. Some of the hardest work this issue was put into securing an interview with Dutch Van Kirk – the only surviving crew member from the Enola Gay aircraft. Our front section offers a history of conflict across the ages, highlighting key wars and battles that shaped the world into what it is today. Thanks to all of you who have bought and subscribed and offered feedback through our social media channels – it seems most of you are very happy with our work so far! This somewhat martial opening to issue three reflects much of what lies in store for new and regular readers alike. andante travels - expert-led holidays all over the ancient world call 01722 713800 - Welcome to issue three ‘History is written by the victors’, so the famous saying goes, and while we can’t lay claim to any military prowess here at All About History we certainly seem to be winning the war when it comes to making an entertaining and accessible history magazine. Illuminating journeys created by Andante Travels: leading tours to the ancient world for 28 years. Meet the Past: A new programme of expert-led holidays introducing the whole story of bygone civilisations from creation to collapse. The lives and landscapes of the men who fought in the Great War - a century after the outbreak of the conflict. 13 Days | July 2014 | From £3850ĭ-Day, Ice Age Art, The Ancient Greeks, The Egyptians, The Inca, Turks in Constantinople, Pompeii and Herculaneum and many more! 9 Days | Jan, Apr & Oct 2014 | From £2375īloodthirsty raiders or civilised traders? Epic journey through Britain, Denmark, Germany and Sweden. Vlad the Impaler – folk hero or folk devil?Įxpert-led holidays introducing Histor y ’s Greatest Civilisations 2014Ī holiday fit for a Caesar! From the grand marble monuments of Rome to the haunting streets of Pompeii. “All we could see of the city was smoke and dust” HENRYVIII THE WARLORD The Tudor’s military triumphs & disastrous defeats ISSUE 003
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If the pilot is unable or unwilling to land they can at least radio the location back to a first responder or other emergency service. We take a moment to wish there was some sort of them music for him. He waves it back and forth before tossing it on the ground and continuing to wave his hands. He pops the top off, pulls the ring and smoke is quickly jutting out the top in great quantities. He hears a Search & Rescue bird in the distance and produces an orange EG18X to signal distress to the chopper pilot. He was far and away from any cellphone signal, and forgot to tell people where he was going before leaving.
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We set up a scenario where someone had engine trouble with his jeep while out on some fire roads during a hunting excursion. Colorful smoke is easy to spot from the air when used in the open. Much like in the military, smoke grenades are a great way to tell helos where to land.