Discovered the MoD Art Collection today, though it no longer exsists as 2000 items have now been distributed to other collections around the UK such as the National Maritime Museum.
More information about the former colection can be found here
Knickers
Possibly not what you would expect to see on this blog, but Knickers it is today.
The Australian Submarine Memorial in Barrow
Barrow-in-Furness is a town in Cumbria, England, with a long and proud history of shipbuilding. It was here that the first two submarines for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) were built, HMAS AE1 and HMAS AE2. Both AE1 and AE2 were built in Barrow, a town famous for its submarine building.
The submarines were lost during World War I, and their crews were killed in action or taken Prisoner.
In 2013, a memorial was unveiled in Ramsden Square, Barrow, to commemorate the loss of the AE1 and AE2 crews. The memorial is a three-sided granite structure with plaques listing the names of the men who died. It is a fitting tribute to the brave sailors who lost their lives in service to their country.
It is a reminder of the sacrifices that have been made in the name of freedom, and it is a source of inspiration for those who serve today.
The memorial is also a symbol of the close relationship between the UK and Australia. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and they share a common bond in defence of freedom. The memorial is a reminder of that bond, and it is a symbol of the friendship between the two nations.
If you are ever in Barrow-in-Furness, I encourage you to visit the Australian Submarine Memorial. It is a moving tribute to the brave men who lost their lives in service to their country. It is also a reminder of the close relationship between the UK and Australia.
Attending the New Researchers in Maritime History Conference 2023
I had the pleasure of attending the New Researchers in Maritime History Conference 2023, held at the University of Portsmouth in the UK from 31 March to 1 April 2023. The conference was a great opportunity to learn about new research in maritime history, network with other researchers, and gain feedback on my own work.
The conference was organised by the British Commission for Maritime History (BCMH), and it brought together over 100 postgraduate students and early-career researchers from around the world. The theme of the conference was "New Directions in Maritime History," and it featured a variety of papers on a wide range of topics, including:
I was particularly interested in the papers that explored new approaches to maritime history.
I also enjoyed the opportunity to network with other researchers at the conference. I met a number of other postgraduate students and early-career researchers who are working on interesting and innovative projects. I found it very helpful to talk to other researchers about their work, and I learned a lot from their insights.
Overall, I had a very positive experience at the New Researchers in Maritime History Conference 2023. I learned a lot about new research in maritime history, I networked with other researchers, and I gained feedback on my own work. I would definitely recommend attending the conference if you are interested in maritime history.
First time attending this conference. Lots of great speakers on a range of subjects.
Really enjoyed Sarah Louise Mller's presentation on Women in British W11 Naval Intelligence.
