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Twenty-five million emigrants left the British Isles in the 400 years after 1600, mainly travelling to America or to parts of the British Empire around the world. This title reveals why they left and provides a mass of examples of individual cases, voyages, destinations and fates. Author at Flinders University, SA.

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This second in a two-part study covers RAF, WRAF and RAFNS uniforms from the unification of the service in April 1918; and the whole span of flying clothing during the Great War.

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With war against Germany looming, Britain pushed forward its carrier program in the late 1930s. In 1938, the Royal Navy launched the HMS Ark Royal, its first-ever purpose-built aircraft carrier. This book tells the story of the small, but resilient, carriers and the crucial role they played in the British war effort.

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This account examines the way in which the New World was invented and offers a convincing analysis of the loss of the First British Empire.

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This volume traces the rapid development of the fighter plane in World War I, and the amazing exploits of the British and Empire aces who flew them. It covers the squadrons and their markings, as well as the birth of the Royal Air Force.

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This book offers the first integrated study of the formation of diasporas from the islands of Ireland and Britain, and explores how the examples and experiences of the constituent nations and peoples of those islands compare. -- .

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The rapid development of the tank as an offensive weapon following its introduction in World War I gave artillery theorists cause for concern during the 1920s and 1930s. By the beginning of World War II anti-tank guns had been developed, initially at around 37mm and 2 pounds in weight of shot.

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This study reveals the complex body of British thought and opinion that formed its attitude toward India between 1784-1858.

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Tells the story of the clash between the rival battlecruisers of the Royal Navy and the Kaiserliche Marine at the height of World War I.

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Although an inherently unsuccessful design, the battlecruisers were amongst the most famous vessels of the Royal Navy during World War II. This work traces the pre-war development of these warships, then describes their wartime exploits, using this to show their operational performance.

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With the outbreak of World War II, Britain's Royal Navy and her fleet of battleships would be at the forefront of her defence. This title reviews the development of these British battleships from their initial commissioning to their modifications and wartime service, with descriptions of the effectiveness of the main armament of individual ships.

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The end of the empire and the legacies of Britain's imperial past have shaped how the British public interact with the outside world. This book shows how the international activities of civic associations in the 1960s can help us to understand the impact of decolonisation on the British public's sense of international responsibility. -- .

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The end of the empire and the legacies of Britain's imperial past have shaped how the British public interact with the outside world. This book shows how the international activities of civic associations in the 1960s can help us to understand the impact of decolonisation on the British public's sense of international responsibility. -- .

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This insightful set of essays reveals the day-to-day lives of the British colonists who laid the foundation for what became the United States.

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An illustrated listing of all the regimental colours and standards used by the British Army between 1747 and 1881. The first in a two-part mini-series, it covers the regular Cavalry and Foot Guards, exploring the history and significance of each flag.

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The designs of those infantry colours of the 18th and 19th centuries tell a stirring story stretching back at least 250 years. This volume presents a comprehensive listing of all the regimental colours and standards between 1747 and 1881. The author is the Librarian of the Flag Institute.

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Many British commanders of World War II were veterans of the Great War and their attitudes to war were influenced by this and pre-war training and doctrine. This work examines these influences and the commanders' differing relationships with Churchill.

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The perfect guide to the British Commando, Britain's first modern elite fighting unit, appealing to those interested in military history, World War II, and the evolution of modern warfare.

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Provides a detailed examination of the Army Commandos raised in the United Kingdom, from 1940 through to 1946, when the Army Commandos were disbanded and the role was assigned exclusively to the Royal Marines.

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This book follows the afterlives of empire from 1945 to present day, providing an interdisciplinary analysis of how the legacy of empire continues to shape the cultures, politics, spaces and memories of contemporary Britain. The essays it contains illustrate this with reference to a series of local histories, individual texts and institutions.

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This book follows the afterlives of empire from 1945 to present day, providing an interdisciplinary analysis of how the legacy of empire continues to shape the cultures, politics, spaces and memories of contemporary Britain. The essays it contains illustrate this with reference to a series of local histories, individual texts and institutions.