The perceived wisdom about Nazi hunting goes something like this: after the war, elaborate rat-lines called ‘Odessa’ and ‘Spider’ were established that enabled SS men to escape from the clutches of the Allies. Most ended up in South America, living in luxury haciendas thanks to Nazi loot. However, the hunt continued, with dogged investigators tracking them down and eventually bringing a large number to justice. Amongst these hunters, the name of Simon Wiesenthal stands out – a Jewish death camp survivor responsible for bringing in thousands of former Nazis. Read more…

Chalke Valley Cricket Club in south-west Wiltshire and the Kent Spitfire have become surprising partners as they launch a nationwide competition for a lucky winner to have a private aerobatic display by this most iconic of wartime aircraft at a time and place of their choosing.

The competition aims to raise money to send the Spitfire to Arnhem this September for the 65th Anniversary of the battle in support of the Arnhem Veterans’ Club, and also to help Chalke Valley build a new cricket ground. Read more…