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We'll be marking the occasion by re-reading Grandpa’s Great Escape by

Check out this video of David reading from the book + download instructions on how to make your very own model spitfire! https://t.co/zT7lzHSj9t

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Our early founders mission was to protect wildlife for the future, and the Trust continues on with this legacy.

Today we take time to remember, celebrate, and embrace the positive power of nature.

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To help mark I have created a series of portraits of WWII veterans. Like many people of my generation, I am increasingly aware of the bravery of those involved in WWII. I wanted to pay tribute to their sacrifice and courage.

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How many of each object can you spot in this puzzle by Sharon from Hillingdon Libraries, inspired by and street party celebrations?

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We're marking with this painting by one of over 300 War Artists commissioned to record the events of war and provide documentation of wartime activities. Image: Eric Ravilious (1903–1942), View Through Propeller, 1942. Towner Collection.

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Marking the on with their depictions of continuing with Henry Moore. He was not really inspired by sport but a drawing of the Artists feet on Holiday shows him in a peaceful place.

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Bob Moran on - political cartoon gallery in London https://t.co/dePcTdnXF6

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2020-05-07

‘Searchlights and Shellfire’ is a 1941 oil painting by Derby artist Ernest Townsend. Every week in May we will be sharing some of the art depicting Derby from our collections. This week’s choice is inspired by the 75th anniversary of VE Day.

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2020-05-06

This week’s newsletter marks 75 years since the Battle of the Atlantic and VE Day. https://t.co/8PGl5YH0Mq

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2020-05-06

Helping to put up the Bunting. As the 75th anniversary of approaches here's a fitting painting from Sid Kirkham to bring back some joyous memories of victory celebrations and street parties in North Staffordshire.
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2020-05-05

To help mark I have created a series of portraits of WWII veterans. Like many people of my generation, I am increasingly aware of the bravery of those involved in WWII. I wanted to pay tribute to their sacrifice and courage.

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2020-05-05

What's he reaching for? Find out on

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2020-05-04

Fw-190 by Keith Burns
Josef "Pips" Priller (27 July 1915 – 20 May 1961) was a German military aviator and wing commander in the Luftwaffe during World War II.

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painted veteran “Tony” Leake in 2015. While a young private in the mass parachute drop behind German lines, he blew up bridges along the River Dives. He recollected: “5 June 1944, last meal, tinned salmon and lettuce.”

For more: https://t.co/WwAyBsU42a

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2019-06-07

On se souvient du débarquement qui a eu lieu il y a 75 ans. Un devoir de mémoire rendu par et en suivant le travail de Robert Capa, photographe de guerre. ⁣
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➡️ “Omaha Beach, 6 juin 1944” par Bertail, Morvan et Tréfouël ⁣
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