The Phrase “It’s cold enough to freeze the balls off a brass monkey” is said to originate from nautical gunnery phraseology, although there are many who disagree. It should be remembered that illiterate yet highly imaginative sailor were not above exagerating the conditions they served in, and scientific properties concerning Read more…
Ordnance Quick Firing Gun 25 pounder Mark II General: Nation: Great Britain & Commonwealth Nations Dates of Use: 1938-1967 (Royal Army) Designed: 1930s Variants: Marks I, II, III, Short-Mark I Crew: 6 Specifications: Weight: 1.98 tons Length: 18 ft. 2 in. Width: 7 ft. wheelbase Barrel Length: 31 calibers Breech: Read more…
Volunteers needed to re-enact wars at fort Published Date: 20 March 2010 (This article appeared in The News) A LOCAL history group is looking for volunteers for re-enactments at Fort Nelson. The Ubique Right of the Line Living History Group is based up at the Royal Armouries Museum at Fort Read more…