The River Thames has always played an important strategic role throughout British history. From the time of the Romans, Anglo-Saxons and Normans, through the English Civil Wars and into modern times the River has proved to be both a key transport route and major obstacle to the movement of armies across southern England. Our speaker's, Bill King, main interest is in World War II with particular reference to the role of Airborne and Special forces and in clandestine warfare. Bill has condu... See more >