History

Heroes or victims? The soldiers who fought hoof and paw for victory

This November marks 106 years since the end of the First World War, an event which was unprecedented in scale and destruction. Although the years 1914-1918 saw millions of soldiers experiencing the horrors of warfare, the same was true for animals: over 16 million animals served in WW1. From carrying ammunitions and medical equipment, to […]

From suspicious to trendy: how running reached the podium of popular sport

Since the 1960s, running has quite literally become a movement which attracts the support of millions. 50 years ago, running was a solitary and bizarre activity, reserved only for dedicated and serious athletes. Normal people did not just ‘go for a run’. In fact, doing so was cause for serious suspicion and concern. Take the […]