Dr Jen Howe

Figured it was probably time to introduce myself to you all! Thank you so much for following me, it really means the world to me 🥰☺️ #aboutme #fyp #history #phd

This is Beaumont-Hamel, one of the few places in the Somme where you can still see the original outlines of the trenches, shelling, and No Man’s Land. The story of Beaumont-Hamel, like many from the Somme, is utterly tragic. Ill-prepared and plagued by delays, wave after wave of men from the Royal Newfoundland Regiment 🇨🇦 were sent over the top on the very first morning of the Somme (July 1, 1916). Of the 800-strong regiment, just over 60 were answerable to roll call the next day. The losses suffered by the Newfoundlanders laid bare how poorly conceived some of these operations were, and how human life was basically dismissed in order to gain a thousand metres or less. There is a great deal to unpack about the failings of 1 July 1916, much of it tied to delays, flawed planning, and a profound underestimation of German defences. Today, Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial is maintained by the Canadian government. Its peaceful landscape makes it difficult to comprehend what unfolded there 110 years ago, despite the scars still visible. Source: Government of Canada- Battle of Beaumont-Hamel For the Somme - Gilbert (2006) Somme: The Heroism and Horror of War #warhistory #history #histogram #foryoupage #ww1

One of the scariest remnants of WWII in the UK is passed by hundreds of commuters every day. These pill boxes were designed as a last line of defence in the event of n@zi invasion, dotted all around the outskirts of London to protect the heart of the city. They were built in 1940, when German invasion seemed increasingly likely. #history #fyp #learn #ww2 #london

Described as hell by so many there, what made the Battle of Stalingrad SO bad? Source: - Lippman - Warfare History Network ‘Stalingrad: Battle in the Cauldron’ #warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupage #ww2

You can probably tell that I’m missing my time in Jordan earlier this year 🌞 This carved sandstone structure in Wadi Rum is believed to have served as T.E. Lawrence’s desert headquarters during the Arab Revolt of 1917 to 18, though its exact history is debated. Wadi Rum was one of the key theatres of the revolt, where Lawrence and Faisal bin Hussein used it as an operational base, rallying Bedouin tribes against Ottoman rule. They fought a guerrilla-style campaign, effective because the Bedouin knew the desert intimately and could move vast distances on almost nothing. This campaign was key in WW1. Source: - Wadi Rum Desert - History - Seven Pillars of Wisdom - T.E. Lawrence #warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupage #ww1

‘Seconds to Midnight’ by David Orson Newton was an incredibly compelling and suspenseful read - even more importantly, I would strongly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn more about the world of modern conflict. It’s also a deeply human book, with a strong emphasis on PTSD and the impacts of war. If you’re looking for something that’s gripping but also makes you think, it’s well worth picking up. #warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupage #bookstagram

This is one of the most incredible images; it features the nine European sovereigns all together for the funeral of King Edward VII, taken at Windsor Castle, UK. Taken in 1910, many of those in the photo were also related; either as cousins or uncles. It features the Kings of Denmark; Norway; the German Emperor; the King of Spain; The Kings of Bulgaria, Portugal, and the Belgians, and the King of the United Kingdom. In four short years, these monarchs wold be at war with one another. Source: - Royal Collection Trust #warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupage #ww1

Własnowolski was a polish pilot who fought for the RAF in WW2, after leaving Poland he wanted to continue to fight. A stone is left to commemorate him that reads: “In this field, on 1st November 1940, Pilot Officer Boleslaw Wlasnowolski V.M., K.W., Royal Air Force, died aged 23 when his Hurricane crashed following aerial combat with a German Me 109. He died defending Britain, Poland and freedom.” Source: - Battle of Britain London Monument *#warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupag

Hello all! I just wanted to share a very quick update about my 2026 so far. By far the highlight has been being able to share all of this with you ☺️🙏 #2026 #warhistory #fyp #ww2 #london

Respected historian Martin Gilbert, in his book on the Somme, noted that there are historical reports of people as far as Hampstead Heath in London, a whole 165 miles (266 kms) from the Somme, hearing expl0sions. The first day of the Somme on 1 July 1916 saw millions of expl0sives and tens of thousands of casualties. Other sources from the time also suggest that the war was audible in London/ the South coast of England at other points too. Source: - Gilbert (2006) Somme: The Heroism and Horror of War (specifically chapter 3) - Also see the above web page #warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupage #ww1

Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire is one of the most historically significant castles in England. First built in the 1120s, it was the site of the longest siege in medieval English history, a six-month siege in 1266 in which the King of England threw everything he had at its walls and still couldn’t break through. The siege came on the back of Simon de Montfort‘s rebellion against the crown. So many other important events happened here too, including the forced abdication of a monarch and a Civil War-era clash. It was also home to Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, widely believed to have been the great love of Queen Elizabeth I. #warhistory #History #HistoricalFacts #foryoupage #medieval

Disclaimer: Educational purposes only. Viewer discretion advised. Between 1975 and 1979, the Khmer Rouge ran S-21, a former Phnom Penh school turned detention centre where t0rture was systematic and confessions were forced. Of the estimated 14,000 to 17,000 people imprisoned there, only 7 to 12 adult survivors are documented. What makes S-21 particularly disturbing is who filled its cells. The majority of prisoners were not outside enemies but fellow Khmer Rouge members, accused of betrayal by their own regime. Paranoia consumed the movement from within as the regime began failing economically, and nearly anyone could become a target. The site is preserved today as a memorial and a lesson that the world must not forget. Sources: • Chandler, D. Voices from S-21 (1999) • Kiernan, B. The Pol Pot Regime (1996) #warhistory #coldwar #ww2 #historytok #cambodia