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23rd September 2009
At the time the First World War, the British Grand Fleet was the most formidable naval force in the world. Commanded by Admiral John Jellicoe, the British Grand Fleet hoped to engage the German High Seas Fleet in a pitched battle, but at the same time, bo... Read >
Author: wbdoyle10th September 2009
This quintuple arched Admiralty Arch is one of London’s most famous iconic landmarks. The arch was commissioned by King Edward VII in reminiscence of his mother, which is denoted by the Latin inscription on the underside of the arch. The Mall was also w... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye07th September 2009
1. Alexander. This cocktail mixture was named after Alexander the Great several centuries after his death.
2. Benedictine. Named after the order of monks who first made it in France in the sixteenth century. It is one of the oldest liquors in the world... Read >
Author: Kenny Leones28th August 2009
Best known as for his TV comedy, Vic Reeves, in fact, sees himself as an artist first. Reeves talks exclusively to mydeco about his friend Ronnie Wood and their shared dilemma of being a celebrity artist.
My name is... Vic Reeves. You may know me from ... Read >
Author: A.Deakin18th June 2009
Hammocks were developed by native inhabitants of sub-tropical areas for sleeping and were first brought to Europe by Christopher Columbus when he transported many hammocks back to Spain from islands in what is today the Bahamas. One of the reasons that ha... Read >
Author: bsimard15th June 2009
Patio canopies and roofs add a tremendous amount to any property, and increasingly many of us are wanting to enjoy that little bit of extra space. Being able to enjoy a patio area without having either the full sun on you all the time, or the wetter weath... Read >
Author: Justin Arnold08th May 2009
The Peninsular War left Jerez in a state of utter ruin and desolation. Several of the wine shippers had abandoned the town for the safety of Cadiz, or had gone abroad, and during their absence the vineyards were left untended, trampled by warring armies, ... Read >
Author: Allison Ryan01st May 2009
The Somali pirates’ recent activity reminds us to revisit their 18th-century predecessors. After all, these are the pirates whose image has infiltrated popular culture and captured popular imagination. But which part of that image is fact and which part... Read >
Author: Princeton University Press12th March 2009
Expat life may depend a lot on personal qualities, performance, talents and education, but the country itself (with all its aspects) consists a major issue in the quality of an expat's life.
Gibraltar is an overseas territory belonging to Britain. It is ... Read >
Author: Robert Bell10th March 2009
On Sep. 3 of 1651, Charles â…¡, the would-be king of of Britain, Scotland and Ireland, was defeated in Battle of Worcester and was pursued to be killed by cavalry force of Britain Cromwell. Charles â…¡ tried his best to escape. But there was no any shelte... Read >
Author: Rosehill 02nd March 2009
Many people each year consider joining the Navy as a possible long term career path and it is easy to see why with the wide variety of careers on offer. Not only does the Navy offer a reasonable pay for those starting off, it also have great promotions op... Read >
Author: Simon02nd February 2009
THE JOY OF HAMMOCKS
A hammock is a perfect way to relax, take a nap, read a book, enjoy the great outdoors in the laziest way possible. That’s my idea of truly relaxing. There are so many different kinds of hammocks today. The hammock chairs are ... Read >
Author: Grace4630th January 2009
There have been some major developments in the nuclear compensation case against the MoD in the last couple of weeks, a journal has revealed a senior navel officers admission that there was a big danger from the radiation. An exclusive interview with a wi... Read >
Author: Seamus Swords30th January 2009
There have been some major developments in the nuclear compensation case against the MoD in the last couple of weeks, a journal has revealed a senior navel officers admission that there was a big danger from the radiation. An exclusive interview with a wi... Read >
Author: Seamus Swords21st January 2009
The Special Boat Service is one of the most highly trained assault forces in the world and they form part of the Royal Navy. They play a similar role to those who form part of the Special Air Service in the Army. Whereas the special air service deploys in... Read >
Author: Simon21st January 2009
The discovery of a secret diary written by a Senior Royal Navy officer could help boost the compensation claims made by the survivors of Britain’s cold war atomic bomb tests.
The observations of the leading medical officer on a British warship ordere... Read >
Author: Catherine21st January 2009
The discovery of a secret diary written by a Senior Royal Navy officer could help boost the compensation claims made by the survivors of Britain’s cold war atomic bomb tests.
The observations of the leading medical officer on a British warship ordere... Read >
Author: Catherine White09th January 2009
The East India Company constructed one of the oldest remnants of the colourful history of Macau, the Old Protestant Cemetery Macau during the early 18th century. The cemetery that is now considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO was constructed due to th... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye06th January 2009
The Royal Marines commandos are one of the elite fighting forces in the world. These Commandos are a specialized force that is trained to survive in the most extreme conditions.
Royal Marines are a division of the Royal Navy and they are often sent at ... Read >
Author: Simon15th December 2008
Plymouth is a city located in the south-west of the UK on the south coast of Devon on the border with Cornwall, about 190 miles south-west of London. Plymouth is home to over 250,000 people (the 15th most populous city in England), has an area of 30.6 sq ... Read >
Author: Gavin Ingham10th November 2008
Here is one anniversary that seems to have been missed.
It's been 50 years (or thereabouts) that National Service came to an end. Much to the relief of many 18 year old lad, and the deferred 21 year old as well.
How different it all was then. The Brit... Read >
Author: Mike24709th September 2008
In the wake of taxpayers discovering that their money may be at risk following the government’s £24bn rescue of Northern Rock, people up and down the country were shocked and worried to learn about the apparent loss of sensitive data on over 25 million... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton22nd August 2008
If you have never been to Antigua then you are in for a real treat. Not only does it have fabulous beaches, apparently 365, one for each day of the year, but it also has a very interesting history. There are many signs all over the island where you can ... Read >
Author: nadlush24th July 2008
Abacus have been one of the key providers of military insurance to serving personnel for over 20 years. The team of dedicated professionals have been assisting in all aspects of military insurance from kit insurance to all aspects of army life insurance. ... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola24th July 2008
Military Life Insurance is one of those key areas that can worry a lot of soldiers. They and their families want to get the best deal, but they are not always aware of what level of army life insurance they should get, and what should happen to their fami... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola07th July 2008
Abacus have been providing military insurance for over 20 years and have helped many serving members of the armed forces to feel safe and protected when they are out on active duty. We can give them and their families the piece of mind that comes with a g... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola26th June 2008
DU’s Study Tip 7: HOW TO MEMORIZE (PART 1)
Memorizing has three main aspects, each of which is covered in this course:
1. Storing the information in your memory (e.g. by natural or aided memory systems)
2. Making sure the information stays there (e... Read >
Author: DUPublishers11th April 2008
Traveling around the world is a privilege, a right, and an opportunity to most people. One describes it as a good learning experience as compared looking at pictures and books. But before one can travel, there are some travelers who learn more about cer... Read >
Author: Lakshmi31st March 2008
Now in her eighties, Queen Elizabeth came to the British throne when she was only 25, and at her side has been Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, who married the Queen in 1947.
In the modern world of celebrities, celebrity relationships, marriages a... Read >
Author: Roger Munns27th February 2008
When someone is speaking about Parry Sound, there may be a number of places to which they are referring. Parry Sound is the name of smaller bay in the huge Georgian Bay of Lake Huron; the Sound itself has lent its name to an electoral district around the ... Read >
Author: Rob Parker17th January 2008
What does a royal couple do to mark such an important occasion as a diamond wedding anniversary? Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh celebrated their nuptials by returning to their roots, so to speak.
While Queen Elizabeth has lived m... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer26th June 2007
The new forest is an area in the south of England which includes the remaining tracts of unclosed pasture land and a old growth forest. The new forest covers south west Hampshire and some of south Wiltshire. The National park part of the new forest is mos... Read >
Author: agilmour26th March 2007
Portsmouth, the Waterfront City, is the UK’s only island city. Separated from the mainland by a narrow creek, it has only three approach roads with which to enter the city. The Main M275 links from the M27 down into the centre of the city, the A2030 â€... Read >
Author: Naz Daud02nd May 2006
At the time the First World War, the British Grand Fleet was the most formidable naval force in the world. Commanded by Admiral John Jellicoe, the British Grand Fleet hoped to engage the German High Seas Fleet in a pitched battle, but at the same time, bo... Read >
Author: Mark Davies
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