IWM Institute Annual Lecture 2024: Philippe Sands on War, Genocide and Other CrimesJoin us for a live-streamed lecture on ‘War, Genocide and Other Crimes’ by author, renowned human rights lawyer and UCL Law Professor Philippe Sands. Get to grips with the stories behind the headlines and feel empowered to understand how we can better prevent, resolve and redress global conflicts. This April, Sands will explore topics of justice, international law, human rights and conflict resolution ...
Why Japan lost the Battle of MidwayHas the balance of power ever changed so much in so little time than at the Battle of Midway? In the space of just 5 minutes, American dive bombers scored hits on three Japanese aircraft carriers, dramatically turning the tide of the war in the Pacific. But this pivotal moment was a product of more than chance. It was the culmination of decisions made not only in the heat of battle but in the preceding weeks and months. To truly grasp the significance ...
The bloody battle for Italy (Full WW2 Documentary)In 1943, the Allies began one of the most controversial epsiodes of the Second World War - The Italian Campaign. While the British claimed that Italy was the 'soft underbelly' of Europe, it turned out to be a 'tough old gut'. From the sunny shores of Sicily to the barren peaks of the Gustav Line, Allied soldiers faced dogged German and Italian resistance as they edged their way up the Italian Peninsula. In this video, we'll be taking an ...