Westminster Cathedral (1)

Keith and I visited Westminster Cathedral on one of our trips up to the centre of London. … More

Statues and Monuments: JMW Turner

Joseph Mallord William Turner in Covent Garden, London in 1775, where his father was a barber. in 1785, his mother … More

Originally posted on Stephen Liddell:
I don’t normally post short little blog posts but I thought I would make an exception…

John Moore was born in Glasgow in 1761. He joined the Army at the age of 15 serving in … More

This interesting statue stands on Baynard House in Queen Victoria St. It is in cast aluminium and is by … More

George Westcott was born in 1753, the son of a baker in Honiton Devon. He joined the Navy as a … More

HMS Captain was a unique ship. Built in 1869 she was a masted turret ship with dual propulsion systems. Her … More

Thomas Fanshaw Middleton was born in Derbyshire in 1769. he was educated at Christ’s hospital and Cambridge and was ordained … More

Ralph Abercromby was born in Scotland in 1734, He was educated at Rugby and University of Edinburgh, before going … More

Originally posted on Loco Yard:
As today is Remembrance Sunday, a day when we remember and honour those who have sacrificed…