Tag: World War II

Recognition demanded for Arctic Convoy veterans

SCOTTISH Arctic Convoy veterans must be recognised for their dedication and courage, Veterans Minister Keith Brown said today. Whilst meeting the veterans and their families...

Thousands follow the front line tweets of a World War II Scots soldier

THOUSANDS of twitter users are following the front-line tweets of a World War II Scots soldier During 1940, Ross Selkirk Taylor, from Fife, kept a...

What does the Poppy mean to you? Launch of unforgettable stories exhibition

AN EXHIBITION of Scottish poppy supporters has launched in Edinburgh. The contemporary exhibition, entitled Unforgettable Stories, features 50 images of people from all across Scotland,...

Newburgh Primary pupils are Friends of the Forces

By Christine Lavelle PUPILS from a Fife primary school have taken home a top award for their continuing support for the Forces. Newburgh Primary is the...

Fisherman lands surprise catch

By Cara Sulieman A FISHERMAN got more than he had bargained for when he pulled up his net to reveal a TORPEDO rather than his...

Renowned historian angers Scottish World War II veterans

By Oliver Farrimond FURIOUS Scottish World War Two veterans are demanding an apology from a renowned historical writer after he accused them of COWARDICE. Anthony Beevor’s...

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