Ancient history never was my strong point, but didn't the British Empire reach its maximum territorial peak after the post-WW1 settlement? (View Post)

No, sorry. See my response to Leon. (View Post)

And in Ilford North (50% Muslim), we still have our King George V, New Fairlop Oak, Chequers, and Old Maypole. Still going strong. (View Post)

And in Ilford North (50% Muslim), we still have our King George V, New Fairlop Oak, Chequers, and Old Maypole. Still going strong. (View Post)

The mine attached to Valiant was not actually in contact with her hull, so the damage was far less severe than to Queen Elizabeth. Despite having a heavy trim forward, her decks were above water, and… (View Post)