Laura Skitt
@lauraskitt.bsky.social
BFBS Forces News’ Features Editor and MASSIVE Janet Jackson fan. Opinions are strictly my own. I'm a proud mum, empath, fan of Marmite and an enthusiast for being cosy and warm. She/her. #JanFam
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You don't have to wear a suit in wartime – but if you do, make it like this one 🕴️
Prime Minister Winston Churchill famously wore what he called a romper suit during his visit to the White House.
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Prime Minister Winston Churchill famously wore what he called a romper suit during his visit to the White House.
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PM Winston Churchill and the WW2 siren suit he wore on a visit to the White House
Wartime leaders have historically chosen practicality over formality, much like Churchill's famous boiler suit.
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March 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
You don't have to wear a suit in wartime – but if you do, make it like this one 🕴️
Prime Minister Winston Churchill famously wore what he called a romper suit during his visit to the White House.
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Prime Minister Winston Churchill famously wore what he called a romper suit during his visit to the White House.
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It has been 80 years since one of WW2’s most controversial bombing missions that saw British and American bombers level Dresden
The attack was contentious as it happened so close to the end of the war and for its brutality
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The attack was contentious as it happened so close to the end of the war and for its brutality
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When hell broke loose: Eighty years since the controversial bombing of Dresden
Between 13 and 15 February 1945, nearly 4,000 tonnes of bombs were dropped on the city of Dresden by RAF and USAF bombers.
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February 14, 2025 at 10:40 AM
It has been 80 years since one of WW2’s most controversial bombing missions that saw British and American bombers level Dresden
The attack was contentious as it happened so close to the end of the war and for its brutality
Read more🔗
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The attack was contentious as it happened so close to the end of the war and for its brutality
Read more🔗
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🗣️ “This is World War Three, mate.”
✈️ The brand-new series of Top Guns: Inside the RAF takes off tonight. The series gives a behind-the-scenes view of frontline missions, while blending in moments of life more relatable to civilians.
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✈️ The brand-new series of Top Guns: Inside the RAF takes off tonight. The series gives a behind-the-scenes view of frontline missions, while blending in moments of life more relatable to civilians.
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This is World War Three, mate – Top Guns: Inside The RAF shows duality of military life
Channel 4's Top Guns: Inside the RAF documents frontline missions across three continents.
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February 4, 2025 at 2:42 PM
🗣️ “This is World War Three, mate.”
✈️ The brand-new series of Top Guns: Inside the RAF takes off tonight. The series gives a behind-the-scenes view of frontline missions, while blending in moments of life more relatable to civilians.
Read more 🔗
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✈️ The brand-new series of Top Guns: Inside the RAF takes off tonight. The series gives a behind-the-scenes view of frontline missions, while blending in moments of life more relatable to civilians.
Read more 🔗
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The Forgotten Battle: The Armed Forces' uncomfortable history with its gay personnel.
This special report by my friend @jameswharton.bsky.social is incredibly moving. Not to be missed.
📺 Watch in full on the @forcesnews.com YouTube channel
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This special report by my friend @jameswharton.bsky.social is incredibly moving. Not to be missed.
📺 Watch in full on the @forcesnews.com YouTube channel
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The Forgotten Battle
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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February 4, 2025 at 11:56 AM
The Forgotten Battle: The Armed Forces' uncomfortable history with its gay personnel.
This special report by my friend @jameswharton.bsky.social is incredibly moving. Not to be missed.
📺 Watch in full on the @forcesnews.com YouTube channel
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This special report by my friend @jameswharton.bsky.social is incredibly moving. Not to be missed.
📺 Watch in full on the @forcesnews.com YouTube channel
🔗 brnw.ch/21wQszk
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"The best person for the job needs to be put into the role"🗣️
While many people believe there's total equality across the Armed Forces, Steve Prest @fightingsailor says that's not always the case.
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While many people believe there's total equality across the Armed Forces, Steve Prest @fightingsailor says that's not always the case.
Find out more here👇
DEI: Divisive woke nonsense or mission-critical maximisation of human resources
The Armed Forces are missing out if they fail to put the right people in the right roles, argues former Royal Navy Commodore Steve Prest.
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January 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM
"The best person for the job needs to be put into the role"🗣️
While many people believe there's total equality across the Armed Forces, Steve Prest @fightingsailor says that's not always the case.
Find out more here👇
While many people believe there's total equality across the Armed Forces, Steve Prest @fightingsailor says that's not always the case.
Find out more here👇
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Despite concerns to the contrary.
A video highlighting the remarkable achievements of the black airmen and ground crew of Tuskegee during the Second World War will remain in the US Air Force training programme, according to Pete Hegseth, the new US Defence Secretary.
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A video highlighting the remarkable achievements of the black airmen and ground crew of Tuskegee during the Second World War will remain in the US Air Force training programme, according to Pete Hegseth, the new US Defence Secretary.
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This will not stand: US Defence Secretary reinstates Tuskegee Airmen history in USAF training
Senator Pete Hegseth responded swiftly to call by fellow Republican Senator Katie Boyd Britt to reinstate the archive videos.
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January 27, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Despite concerns to the contrary.
A video highlighting the remarkable achievements of the black airmen and ground crew of Tuskegee during the Second World War will remain in the US Air Force training programme, according to Pete Hegseth, the new US Defence Secretary.
Find out more here👇
A video highlighting the remarkable achievements of the black airmen and ground crew of Tuskegee during the Second World War will remain in the US Air Force training programme, according to Pete Hegseth, the new US Defence Secretary.
Find out more here👇
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A song that appears in The Six Triple Eight has been nominated for Best Original Song at the 2025 #Oscars.
The Tyler Perry/Netflix film celebrates the extraordinary achievements of the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
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The Tyler Perry/Netflix film celebrates the extraordinary achievements of the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
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Oscars nomination for film that celebrates the extraordinary women of the Six Triple Eight
The Netflix film tells the extraordinary story of the predominantly black women of 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
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January 23, 2025 at 4:55 PM
A song that appears in The Six Triple Eight has been nominated for Best Original Song at the 2025 #Oscars.
The Tyler Perry/Netflix film celebrates the extraordinary achievements of the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
More here🔗
The Tyler Perry/Netflix film celebrates the extraordinary achievements of the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
More here🔗
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A new film written and acted by Royal Marine veterans portrays the sacrifices made by soldiers 🎞️
Sunray: Fallen Soldier, which was described as a “compellingly visceral story of revenge”, is available on-demand platforms
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Sunray: Fallen Soldier, which was described as a “compellingly visceral story of revenge”, is available on-demand platforms
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Sunray: Fallen Soldier – brutal thriller by Royal Marines veterans explores effects of PTSD
Sunray: Fallen Solider will be on digital video on-demand platforms from 24 January.
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January 24, 2025 at 10:24 AM
A new film written and acted by Royal Marine veterans portrays the sacrifices made by soldiers 🎞️
Sunray: Fallen Soldier, which was described as a “compellingly visceral story of revenge”, is available on-demand platforms
Read more 🔗
brnw.ch/21wQdCk
Sunray: Fallen Soldier, which was described as a “compellingly visceral story of revenge”, is available on-demand platforms
Read more 🔗
brnw.ch/21wQdCk
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Nancy Leftenant-Colon, who became the first Black nurse in the U.S. Army Air Corps after President Harry S. Truman desegregated it in 1948, has died at age 104.
First Black woman to serve in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps after desegregation dies
Nancy Leftenant-Colon, who became the first Black nurse in the U.S. Army Air Corps after President Harry S. Truman desegregated it in 1948, has died at age 104.
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January 15, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Nancy Leftenant-Colon, who became the first Black nurse in the U.S. Army Air Corps after President Harry S. Truman desegregated it in 1948, has died at age 104.
1 SAS had a 'parachute padre' who won a Military Cross for bravery during #WW2.
I spoke with author and military historian Damien Lewis and the Rev Andrew McLuskey (the padre's son) about the profound impact Padre Fraser McLuskey had on the men of 1 SAS.
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I spoke with author and military historian Damien Lewis and the Rev Andrew McLuskey (the padre's son) about the profound impact Padre Fraser McLuskey had on the men of 1 SAS.
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The man of god among the men of war: How 1 SAS's 'parachute padre' grappled with his role
Padre Fraser McLuskey served with Lieutenant Colonel Paddy Mayne and SSM Reg Seekings during the Second World War.
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January 15, 2025 at 9:27 AM
1 SAS had a 'parachute padre' who won a Military Cross for bravery during #WW2.
I spoke with author and military historian Damien Lewis and the Rev Andrew McLuskey (the padre's son) about the profound impact Padre Fraser McLuskey had on the men of 1 SAS.
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I spoke with author and military historian Damien Lewis and the Rev Andrew McLuskey (the padre's son) about the profound impact Padre Fraser McLuskey had on the men of 1 SAS.
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Lt Col Charity E Adams-Earley overcame racial prejudice to lead the famous 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in 1945, which is currently being depicted in the @netflix.com film #SixTripleEight
@forcesnews.com has looked back on her extraordinary life.
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@forcesnews.com has looked back on her extraordinary life.
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Charity Adams: The true story of the highest-ranked black female officer of Second World War
Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams was the first officer of colour to lead a female battalion overseas during a time of war.
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January 15, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Lt Col Charity E Adams-Earley overcame racial prejudice to lead the famous 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in 1945, which is currently being depicted in the @netflix.com film #SixTripleEight
@forcesnews.com has looked back on her extraordinary life.
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@forcesnews.com has looked back on her extraordinary life.
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Earning the first stripe and becoming a lance corporal is the first shot at promotion in the British Army 🪖
Over seven weeks, BFBS Forces News was granted exclusive access to the latest Junior NCO cadre at British Forces Cyprus
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Over seven weeks, BFBS Forces News was granted exclusive access to the latest Junior NCO cadre at British Forces Cyprus
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Earning Your Stripes: A Soldier's First Step Up The Ranks
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January 13, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Earning the first stripe and becoming a lance corporal is the first shot at promotion in the British Army 🪖
Over seven weeks, BFBS Forces News was granted exclusive access to the latest Junior NCO cadre at British Forces Cyprus
📺 Watch in full 👇
Over seven weeks, BFBS Forces News was granted exclusive access to the latest Junior NCO cadre at British Forces Cyprus
📺 Watch in full 👇
Today in 1942 Operation Postmaster took place.
The heroic exploits on the mission inspired the Guy Ritchie film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare 📽️
But who were the real men behind the operation?
The heroic exploits on the mission inspired the Guy Ritchie film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare 📽️
But who were the real men behind the operation?
The real Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare agents were hated – but they didn't care
Despite their heroism being celebrated in Guy Ritchie's latest film, SOE agents were looked down upon by those in power during WW2.
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January 14, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Today in 1942 Operation Postmaster took place.
The heroic exploits on the mission inspired the Guy Ritchie film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare 📽️
But who were the real men behind the operation?
The heroic exploits on the mission inspired the Guy Ritchie film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare 📽️
But who were the real men behind the operation?
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We’re here! 🎉
BFBS Forces News is excited to have joined millions around the world and have officially launched on BlueSky 🦋
See what other military accounts have also made the jump 🔗
BFBS Forces News is excited to have joined millions around the world and have officially launched on BlueSky 🦋
See what other military accounts have also made the jump 🔗
New year, new social media platform as BFBS Forces News joins Bluesky
The innovative platform offers a fresh way to engage with our content and stay updated on the latest military news and events.
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January 13, 2025 at 1:07 PM
We’re here! 🎉
BFBS Forces News is excited to have joined millions around the world and have officially launched on BlueSky 🦋
See what other military accounts have also made the jump 🔗
BFBS Forces News is excited to have joined millions around the world and have officially launched on BlueSky 🦋
See what other military accounts have also made the jump 🔗
While Adolf Hitler portrayed himself as being all powerful, there was a thorn in his side that constantly bothered him.
#PaddyMayne #SASRogueHeroes #WW2
#PaddyMayne #SASRogueHeroes #WW2
This time it's personal: Hitler's outrage at the Special Air Service and Paddy Mayne
Adolf Hitler viewed the SAS – as seen in the BBC's SAS Rogue Heroes – and especially founding member Lt Col Paddy Mayne, as a significant threat
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January 9, 2025 at 1:35 PM
While Adolf Hitler portrayed himself as being all powerful, there was a thorn in his side that constantly bothered him.
#PaddyMayne #SASRogueHeroes #WW2
#PaddyMayne #SASRogueHeroes #WW2
Santa, the world's most famous aviator, doesn't take on the pressures of delivering millions of presents on Christmas Eve alone – he is supported by festive RAF and USAF personnel on the ground and in the air 🎅🏼 🎄 🎁
Norad's holiday heroes: How RAF and USAF personnel team up to help Santa at Christmas
Luckily Santa doesn't have to take on the pressures of delivering millions of presents on Christmas Eve alone.
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December 24, 2024 at 1:41 PM
Santa, the world's most famous aviator, doesn't take on the pressures of delivering millions of presents on Christmas Eve alone – he is supported by festive RAF and USAF personnel on the ground and in the air 🎅🏼 🎄 🎁
A bit of inspiration for you all. These women are all extraordinary. I need to step my game up!
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BBC 100 Women 2024: Who is on the list this year? - BBC News
BBC reveals the 2024 100 Women list. Here are the most inspiring and influential women for 2024 from around the world selected by the BBC.
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December 3, 2024 at 10:29 AM
A bit of inspiration for you all. These women are all extraordinary. I need to step my game up!
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HMS Prince of Wales has dropped anchor alongside in Liverpool as she takes up a significant new role.
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HMS Prince of Wales drops anchor and lifts new role as Royal Navy flagship
Prince of Wales is alongside in Liverpool for the next week; on Friday, she will receive the Freedom on the City.
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December 2, 2024 at 5:06 PM
HMS Prince of Wales has dropped anchor alongside in Liverpool as she takes up a significant new role.
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Whenever I watch a trailer for the #SixTripleEight film I'm moved to tears. The latest one is particularly moving.
I wrote about the extraordinary women here 👉 www.forcesnews.com/women/six-tr... 👈 and have been enamoured with them ever since.
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I wrote about the extraordinary women here 👉 www.forcesnews.com/women/six-tr... 👈 and have been enamoured with them ever since.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Thq...
The Six Triple Eight | Official Trailer | Netflix
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November 27, 2024 at 10:53 AM
Whenever I watch a trailer for the #SixTripleEight film I'm moved to tears. The latest one is particularly moving.
I wrote about the extraordinary women here 👉 www.forcesnews.com/women/six-tr... 👈 and have been enamoured with them ever since.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Thq...
I wrote about the extraordinary women here 👉 www.forcesnews.com/women/six-tr... 👈 and have been enamoured with them ever since.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Thq...
The features I write are often very serious but there will always be a stage in the process where I write something frivolous like 'headline vibes' or 'add URL here, obvs'.
Please tell me I'm not the only one 😶
Please tell me I'm not the only one 😶
a woman wearing glasses is typing on a red typewriter
ALT: a woman wearing glasses is typing on a red typewriter
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November 26, 2024 at 5:19 PM
The features I write are often very serious but there will always be a stage in the process where I write something frivolous like 'headline vibes' or 'add URL here, obvs'.
Please tell me I'm not the only one 😶
Please tell me I'm not the only one 😶
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Brits giving glowing reviews:
“I didn't mind it”
“Not too bad at all”
“Did the trick”
“Yeah, pretty good”
“Better than expected”
“Fine overall”
“Better than a kick in the teeth”
“Decent”
“I’ve seen worse”
“It was alright”
“No real complaints”
“I ate most of it”
“Yep, okay”
“I didn't mind it”
“Not too bad at all”
“Did the trick”
“Yeah, pretty good”
“Better than expected”
“Fine overall”
“Better than a kick in the teeth”
“Decent”
“I’ve seen worse”
“It was alright”
“No real complaints”
“I ate most of it”
“Yep, okay”
November 21, 2024 at 8:47 AM
Brits giving glowing reviews:
“I didn't mind it”
“Not too bad at all”
“Did the trick”
“Yeah, pretty good”
“Better than expected”
“Fine overall”
“Better than a kick in the teeth”
“Decent”
“I’ve seen worse”
“It was alright”
“No real complaints”
“I ate most of it”
“Yep, okay”
“I didn't mind it”
“Not too bad at all”
“Did the trick”
“Yeah, pretty good”
“Better than expected”
“Fine overall”
“Better than a kick in the teeth”
“Decent”
“I’ve seen worse”
“It was alright”
“No real complaints”
“I ate most of it”
“Yep, okay”
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Well this is refreshing.
Hello 👋🏼 BlueSky. I do journo things and hope to keep doing so. #Journalism
Hello 👋🏼 BlueSky. I do journo things and hope to keep doing so. #Journalism
November 18, 2024 at 9:26 AM
Well this is refreshing.
Hello 👋🏼 BlueSky. I do journo things and hope to keep doing so. #Journalism
Hello 👋🏼 BlueSky. I do journo things and hope to keep doing so. #Journalism
Frontline Ukrainian journalist Roman Pahulych shares his story of surviving a Russian shell attack with BFBS Forces News' Ukraine correspondent Simon Newton.
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Exclusive: Frontline Ukrainian journalist who survived Russian shell attack shares his story
The journalist shared his story with BFBS Forces News' Ukraine correspondent Simon Newton in Kyiv on the latest Sitrep episode.
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November 22, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Frontline Ukrainian journalist Roman Pahulych shares his story of surviving a Russian shell attack with BFBS Forces News' Ukraine correspondent Simon Newton.
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www.forcesnews.com/ukraine/excl...
I'm Laura, a Features Editor from the sticks. I write military-focused articles that (hopefully) make people think, "Huh, I didn't know that!"
I enjoy losing myself in history, especially the extraordinary sacrifices made by people during #WW2.
Find my stuff here www.forcesnews.com/feature 😊
I enjoy losing myself in history, especially the extraordinary sacrifices made by people during #WW2.
Find my stuff here www.forcesnews.com/feature 😊
November 20, 2024 at 9:11 AM
I'm Laura, a Features Editor from the sticks. I write military-focused articles that (hopefully) make people think, "Huh, I didn't know that!"
I enjoy losing myself in history, especially the extraordinary sacrifices made by people during #WW2.
Find my stuff here www.forcesnews.com/feature 😊
I enjoy losing myself in history, especially the extraordinary sacrifices made by people during #WW2.
Find my stuff here www.forcesnews.com/feature 😊