AT Explained | On April 14, 1944, the Victoria Dock of Bombay, British India (now Mumbai, India) was rocked by the devastating explosion of the British freighter SS Fort Stikine. The tragedy claimed the lives of approximately 800 to 1,300 individuals and left behind a trail of devastation. Today, National Fire Service Day in India pays homage to the 71 brave fire-fighters who perished in the aftermath, serving as a poignant reminder of their sacrifice and valour in the line of duty. #TheAssamTri
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AT Explained | On April 14, 1944, the Victoria Dock of Bombay, British India (now Mumbai, India) was rocked by the devastating explosion of the British freighter SS Fort Stikine. The tragedy claimed the lives of approximately 800 to 1,300 individuals and left behind a trail of devastation. Today, National Fire Service Day in India pays homage to the 71 brave fire-fighters who perished in the aftermath, serving as a poignant reminder of their sacrifice and valour in the line of duty. #TheAssamTri
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"This is grand to be able to speak to you like this!" This short film is from an extraordinary collection called Calling Blighty, in which armed forces personnel stationed in India and the Far East during the Second World War recorded messages to be sent back home. Here men from the South Lancashire Regiment stationed in India, are given a few seconds each to record a message that 12 weeks later would have been screened for their loved ones back home in local Manchester cinemas. Somewhat like a
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"This is grand to be able to speak to you like this!" This short film is from an extraordinary collection called Calling Blighty, in which armed forces personnel stationed in India and the Far East during the Second World War recorded messages to be sent back home. Here men from the South Lancashire Regiment stationed in India, are given a few seconds each to record a message that 12 weeks later would have been screened for their loved ones back home in local Manchester cinemas. Somewhat like a
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Do you know anyone who featured in the “Calling Blighty” films? The recorded messages were made by servicemen and women serving in the Far East during the Second World War. Now the North West Film Archive wants to trace any surviving veterans - and the families of those who appear - ahead of a commemorative screening. | BBC Manchester
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Do you know anyone who featured in the “Calling Blighty” films? The recorded messages were made by servicemen and women serving in the Far East during the Second World War. Now the North West Film Archive wants to trace any surviving veterans - and the families of those who appear - ahead of a commemorative screening. | BBC Manchester
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Episode # 288: Blighty—from India with love. Hello, word worshippers! Today, we're looking into a charming word with roots in India that has been close to the hearts of many Brits: "Blighty." This term is more than just a word; it's a nostalgic and affectionate reference to England, or home. Let's explore its origins, usage and some delightful cultural titbits. But first, do subscribe to The English Nut on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and X. Thank you. * #TheEnglishNut​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ #EnglishTips
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