Monthly Archives: December 2023

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The F-35 is currently flown by 617 Squadron, which draws from both RN and RAF personnel One of the most advanced fighter planes ever constructed is set to be operated by a Royal Navy formation for the first time. Originally formed in 1941, 809 Naval Air Squadron has been resurrected to fly the new F-35B… ReadContinue reading “First Royal Navy squadron to operate advanced F-35 jets to be stood up on Friday –”

When most people think about ancient Rome, it is likely they are picturing huge stone amphitheaters, gladiators, and roving armies. However, it is the massive and almost immeasurable unseen logistical efforts of the Empire that demonstrate the true genius of Rome. Much has been written about Rome’s legions and the wars they fought across a… ReadContinue reading “The Roman Amphibious Invasion of Britain When the legions of Emperor Claudius stormed the British coast in 43 AD, it heralded centuries of Roman rule at the farthest fringes of the Empire—courtesy of an epic logistical operation of staggering proportions. By Steven Iacono December 2023 Naval History Magazine”