Alan Kinghorn
Contributing Writer
Alan is a freelance writer and researcher.
Latest Articles
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Lincoln's Letter in Saving Private Ryan: Who Actually Wrote It?
One of Lincoln's most famous letters was probably not written by him, but thanks to the movie Saving Private Ryan, the story behind it still intrigues.
Jun 27, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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President Obama's London Speech May 25, 2011
Barack Obama's speech to the British Parliament was a rhetorical masterpiece and a defining moment in Britain and America's 'special relationship'.
Jun 1, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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The Short Dramatic Life of Sonny Liston
In 1962 he won the richest prize in sport. Eight years later, former heavyweight boxing champion Sonny Liston (38) was the victim of a rumoured Mob killing.
Apr 27, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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The Kennedys Mini-Series Fails to Impress the Brits
First UK airing of controversial HBO series brings down the wrath of reviewers
Apr 11, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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Review: JFK in Ireland: Four Days That Changed a President
Impressive book recalling President John F. Kennedy's much celebrated visit to the land of his forebears.
Apr 10, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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Evie Hone, Irish Artist
Semi-crippled in her youth, this Dublin artist went on to become a stained glass artist of world renown.
Mar 31, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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Princess Anne Honours Field Marshal Haig Memorial
In the presence of royalty a memorial is re-dedicated to Scotland's most famous soldier
Mar 27, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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Time to Talk to Al Qaeda, Says Former British Intelligence Chief
In a frank television interview, former MI5 boss says "War on Terror" needs a new approach - including talks with Al Qaeda.
Mar 22, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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Book Review: Afgantsy, The Russians in Afghanistan 1979-1989
Excellent new book on 'Russia's Vietnam' shows that the ghosts of this war continue to haunt today's war in Afghanistan.
Mar 20, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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'Boney' Fuller: The Unconventional Soldier
A dabbler in the occult and a crypto Nazi, Fuller was a controversial but gifted military theorist who foresaw the changing nature of modern warfare.
Mar 13, 2011
- Alan Kinghorn
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