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You are here: Archives for British MilitaryA 170-year-old bottle of sherry from the home of the first Duke of Wellington has exceeded its estimated sale price after selling for £1,527.50 at auction.The rare item is believed to have been bottled at Apsley House at Hyde Park Corner in London between 1850 and 1870 when it was home to the duke, Arthur Wellesley.It sold during Dreweatts’ Fine And Rare Wine And … [Read more...] While piracy has been and, in some parts of the world, continues to be a threat to merchants at sea, what we think of as piracy begins as many of the world’s old empires were getting started.&nbsp; With the New World discovered in the Americas, the United Kingdom, Spain, France, and Portugal rushed to lay claim on its lands and resources.&nbsp; Oftentimes, these world powers fought each … [Read more...] Yes, they’re everywhere in the UK at this time of year. We used to wear little red paper poppies on lapels, but now that more people are becoming environmentally conscious (and conscientious), they’ve given way to ceramic pins and crocheted poppies.Remembrance Day, (or Poppy Day) is the 11th of November every year in the UK, and it commemorates the end of World War 1 on … [Read more...] Incredible. That’s the only word I can come up with right now. I’ll gather my thoughts for an article later this week. But the Royal Air Force Red Arrows this past weekend at the Air and Water Show in Chicago were simply incredible. They were the most crowd-pleasing - the only ones where people were standing and clapping. They had the best display by far and I didn’t want it to … [Read more...] Human conflict has long devolved into two armies meeting out in a field to determine who’s boss.&nbsp; The United Kingdom has seen its share of conflicts, from battles against invading forces to wars between groups within the country.&nbsp; From the raiding Vikings to the English Civil War, plenty of battlefields can be found all over the UK, and we at Anglotopia are here to tell you our … [Read more...] Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the first issue of the Anglotopia magazine in February. Subscribe today to receive the next issue of our magazine and read about British History, Culture and Travel all in one place. We’re now taking pre-orders for Issue #3 due out in August.In the latter half of the 16th century, Spain dominated Europe and the world. … [Read more...] Editor's Note: On this day in 1754, William Bligh was born so it's fitting that he kick off the latest series of 12 articles about great figures from British History.&nbsp;William Bligh was a sailor and ship’s captain best remembered for his role in the famous mutiny, which took place on his ship HMS Bounty, while attempting to transport breadfruit trees from Tahiti to the … [Read more...] Because of his towering height, Captain Hardy had to crouch below the beams in the lower deck of HMS Victory. It was quite a scene. Gunpowder still thick in the air. A legend lay dying. It was Hardy's task to inform Nelson that they were victorious that day in the Battle of Trafalgar. And then Nelson passed into history and the scene was immortalized in paintings and … [Read more...] Move over James Bond! Professor of British history at Queen’s University in Belfast, Keith Jeffery partook in a clandestine mission of his own: writing the history of the first 40 years of the most secretive group in England: MI6. &nbsp;He condensed forty years of information into 752 pages complemented by an array of black and white photos, which enhanced the research and fact … [Read more...] When I think of iconic British automobiles, the one at the top of my list is the Land Rover. Author James Taylor covers the long and exciting history in his book, Land Rover. I knew that Land Rover had quite an long history as a British brand, but I never realized how many functions the Land Rover has had over the years. From being a military vehicle to taking explores across … [Read more...] The UK Ministry of Defense has released two rather disturbing videos geared towards servicemen who happen to use popular social media websites like Facebook or Twitter.It harkens back to the old propaganda posters of World War II - 'Loose Lips Sink Ships.'The videos themselves are pretty chilling - but they're also right. We do need watch what we say on Social Media … [Read more...] Here's a selection of photos from the various news outlets highlighting the best pictures of President Obama's State Visit to the UK today.The President's Motorcade arrives at Buckingham Palace - he always travels with his own vehicles.The Queen greets President Obama and the First Lady.The Obligatory Couple's Shot.The President and First Lady meet the newly minted Duke … [Read more...] HBO has been hyping Mildred Pierce starring Kate Winslet for a few month now but the previews haven't really given any indication as to what it's about.A new trailer recently released sheds some light on the plot and it looks very interesting.Check it out below:HBO Miniseries presents Academy Award® winner Kate Winslet, Guy Pearce and Evan Rachel Wood in a 5 part series, … [Read more...] Fancy you're very own British designed and built Harrier Jump Jet?Check out this video from ITN News: … [Read more...] Have you been in the market for a boat? Perhaps this slightly used aircraft carrier will interest you.The HMS Invincible has been decommiissioned and is being sold for scrap.According to the BBC:HMS Invincible has been put up for auction on a military disposal website.Invincible is being sold by the the Disposal Services Authority, which says it has secured receipts of … [Read more...] When you arrive in Hartlepool, one of the first things that you notice is that unlike your typical English town of this size, the steeples of churches aren't the only thing you see rising above the roofs of houses. Here in Hartlepool, the closest thing we have to a skyline are the masts of HMS Trincomalee. This retired Royal Navy ship currently floats in a Historic Quay museum … [Read more...] In my opinion one of the biggest advantages to living in the North of England is that you are just a short drive from Scotland. My husband has worked in Scotland for over a decade stationed at both of the Royal Navy bases in Scotland, Rosyth right outside of Edinburgh on the East coast of Scotland and Faslane just outside of Glasgow on the West coast of Scotland.Despite the … [Read more...] Last year I wrote a post on my blog Anglophile's Digest about Poppy Day, I had actually forgotten about what I had written, but when I was going back to check out what I had written about last year I decided to repost it here. As I have mentioned before, my husband is in the Royal Navy so Poppy Day is really important to him and both of our families.Today is Armistice Day. I … [Read more...] Alright, so the Royal Navy doesn't exactly rule the waves these days as they have in the past. In fact, the Royal Navy currently has less than 40,000 personnel which is fewer than the number of students at my alma mater, Michigan State University. Still, the Royal Navy is the Senior Service (original branch of the British military) and a prestigious institution, and I am a … [Read more...]More From the Print MagazineAnglotopia was founded by Jonathan and Jackie Thomas in 2007 in a closet in Chicago. Anglotopia is for people who love Britain - whether it's British TV, Culture, History or Travel - we cover it all. Join us as we explore Britain and everything it has to offer!Interested in advertising on the world's largest website dedicated to all things Britain? Or maybe you have a story for us or would like to work together. We want to hear from you!Reach Us At:E-mail: info@anglotopia.net

You are here: Archives for British MilitaryA 170-year-old bottle of sherry from the home of the first Duke of Wellington has exceeded its estimated sale price after selling for £1,527.50 at auction.The rare item is believed to have been bottled at Apsley House at Hyde Park Corner in London between 1850 and 1870 when it was home to the duke, Arthur Wellesley.It sold during Dreweatts’ Fine And Rare Wine And … [Read more...] While piracy has been and, in some parts of the world, continues to be a threat to merchants at sea, what we think of as piracy begins as many of the world’s old empires...

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