Mark Over
@markover74.bsky.social
rugby 🏉 mad Harlequins 🃏 season ticket holder, passion for history especially military history, Great War Group member and IC, love reading 📖, always the happiest with a book 📚, a good 🇧🇪 🍻 and being in 🇧🇪
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Remembering Ernie Wise, born this day in 1925.
November 27, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Remembering Ernie Wise, born this day in 1925.
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FACT OF THE DAY. 27 November 1975. Ross McWhirter (aged 50), co-founder of the Guinness Book of Records and outspoken critic of the IRA, was shot dead outside his home in London by 2 members of the paramilitary group.
November 27, 2025 at 9:33 AM
FACT OF THE DAY. 27 November 1975. Ross McWhirter (aged 50), co-founder of the Guinness Book of Records and outspoken critic of the IRA, was shot dead outside his home in London by 2 members of the paramilitary group.
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The casualty card belonging to Private 2nd Class Percy Greenslade, RAF, states that he died of cerebral effusion and heart failure while serving at Lilbourne, Warwickshire.
📍Clifton-on-Dunsmore (St Mary) Additional Churchyard 🇬🇧
📍Clifton-on-Dunsmore (St Mary) Additional Churchyard 🇬🇧
November 26, 2025 at 8:13 PM
The casualty card belonging to Private 2nd Class Percy Greenslade, RAF, states that he died of cerebral effusion and heart failure while serving at Lilbourne, Warwickshire.
📍Clifton-on-Dunsmore (St Mary) Additional Churchyard 🇬🇧
📍Clifton-on-Dunsmore (St Mary) Additional Churchyard 🇬🇧
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November 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM
#BOOKGIVEAWAY Follow @coldwarconversations
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A PIAT gunner of the 1st Battalion, Royal Norfolk Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, during the advance on Wanssum, Netherlands, on 26 November 1944.
📸 Sgt Laing, No. 5 Army Film and Photography Unit / IWM (B 12153)
📸 Sgt Laing, No. 5 Army Film and Photography Unit / IWM (B 12153)
November 26, 2025 at 4:41 PM
A PIAT gunner of the 1st Battalion, Royal Norfolk Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, during the advance on Wanssum, Netherlands, on 26 November 1944.
📸 Sgt Laing, No. 5 Army Film and Photography Unit / IWM (B 12153)
📸 Sgt Laing, No. 5 Army Film and Photography Unit / IWM (B 12153)
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PERSON OF THE DAY. 26 November 1939. Tina Turner (Anna Mae Bullock) was born in Brownsville, Tennessee, USA. Known as the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” she won 12 Grammy Awards and sold 100 million records. In 2008 Rolling Stone ranked her No 17 on its list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.
November 26, 2025 at 9:33 AM
PERSON OF THE DAY. 26 November 1939. Tina Turner (Anna Mae Bullock) was born in Brownsville, Tennessee, USA. Known as the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” she won 12 Grammy Awards and sold 100 million records. In 2008 Rolling Stone ranked her No 17 on its list of the 100 Greatest Singers of All Time.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Private Reginald Tite, Royal Sussex Regiment, was executed by firing squad for cowardice on this day in 1916. Ninety years later he was one of 306 soldiers who were granted a posthumous pardon.
📍Poperinghe New Military Cemetery 🇧🇪
📍Poperinghe New Military Cemetery 🇧🇪
November 25, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Private Reginald Tite, Royal Sussex Regiment, was executed by firing squad for cowardice on this day in 1916. Ninety years later he was one of 306 soldiers who were granted a posthumous pardon.
📍Poperinghe New Military Cemetery 🇧🇪
📍Poperinghe New Military Cemetery 🇧🇪
Brilliant
Yes Minister - The Skeleton in the Cupboard (25th November 1982). For once, Jim has the edge over Sir Humphrey.
November 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Brilliant
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PHOTO OF THE DAY. Jackie Kennedy, with children, Caroline and John Junior, at JFK’s funeral (1963). 📷 Fred Ward
November 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
PHOTO OF THE DAY. Jackie Kennedy, with children, Caroline and John Junior, at JFK’s funeral (1963). 📷 Fred Ward
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Take a moment to soak in the beauty of nature: see the colour reflected on the tranquil waters, admire autumn's dazzling palette, and breathe.
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
November 25, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Take a moment to soak in the beauty of nature: see the colour reflected on the tranquil waters, admire autumn's dazzling palette, and breathe.
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
📷: The Winkworth Boathouse by Cheryl G
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Able Seaman Henry Cullimore, of Cromhall, Gloucestershire, drowned in Budapest while serving on H.M. Motor Launch 434. He is one of only four Great War servicemen buried in Hungary. His remains were moved to their current location in 1958.
📍Budapest War Cemetery 🇭🇺
📍Budapest War Cemetery 🇭🇺
November 24, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Able Seaman Henry Cullimore, of Cromhall, Gloucestershire, drowned in Budapest while serving on H.M. Motor Launch 434. He is one of only four Great War servicemen buried in Hungary. His remains were moved to their current location in 1958.
📍Budapest War Cemetery 🇭🇺
📍Budapest War Cemetery 🇭🇺
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Victoria Wood - As Seen on TV (24th November 1986). Time for an update from Manchesterford.
November 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Victoria Wood - As Seen on TV (24th November 1986). Time for an update from Manchesterford.
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Think of a Number (24th November 1984). Johnny Ball tackles the topic of space.
November 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Think of a Number (24th November 1984). Johnny Ball tackles the topic of space.
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PHOTO OF THE DAY. John Lennon in Cafe La Fortuna near The Dakota, the apartment block where he lived in New York City (1980) 📷 Kishin Shinoyama
November 24, 2025 at 9:38 AM
PHOTO OF THE DAY. John Lennon in Cafe La Fortuna near The Dakota, the apartment block where he lived in New York City (1980) 📷 Kishin Shinoyama
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PERSON OF THE DAY. 24 November 1991. Freddie Mercury (Farrokh Bulsara) died of AIDS complications (aged 45). He was the lead singer-songwriter with Queen and known for his flamboyant stage persona and 4-octave vocal range. Undoubtedly one of rock’s greatest live performers.
November 24, 2025 at 9:27 AM
PERSON OF THE DAY. 24 November 1991. Freddie Mercury (Farrokh Bulsara) died of AIDS complications (aged 45). He was the lead singer-songwriter with Queen and known for his flamboyant stage persona and 4-octave vocal range. Undoubtedly one of rock’s greatest live performers.
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FACT OF THE DAY. 24 November 1963. Lee Harvey Oswald, charged with the murder of President John F Kennedy, was shot and killed by Dallas nightclub owner Jack Ruby live on national TV in the basement of Dallas Police Headquarters. Speculation now arose as to whether Oswald was being silenced.
November 24, 2025 at 9:26 AM
FACT OF THE DAY. 24 November 1963. Lee Harvey Oswald, charged with the murder of President John F Kennedy, was shot and killed by Dallas nightclub owner Jack Ruby live on national TV in the basement of Dallas Police Headquarters. Speculation now arose as to whether Oswald was being silenced.
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Remembering the late great Freddie Mercury who passed away on this date in 1991 😇🙏
November 24, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Remembering the late great Freddie Mercury who passed away on this date in 1991 😇🙏
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The nights have drawn in and our virtual pub opens its doors again this week! Members are invited to join us for convivial #WW1 chat and inevitable chuckles from 8pm on Friday 28th November (UK time) Appropriate link will be emailed to all members 24 hours before 🎉 🥂
November 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The nights have drawn in and our virtual pub opens its doors again this week! Members are invited to join us for convivial #WW1 chat and inevitable chuckles from 8pm on Friday 28th November (UK time) Appropriate link will be emailed to all members 24 hours before 🎉 🥂
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Cpl Joshua Wilson rests in a cemetery where I volunteer for the CWGC. He was the son of William and Mary Wilson and was the husband of Beatrice, of 25 Fitton St, Nuneaton. Apart from his medal index card, I can’t find much else about him.
📍Nuneaton (Oaston Road) Cemetery 🇬🇧
📍Nuneaton (Oaston Road) Cemetery 🇬🇧
November 23, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Cpl Joshua Wilson rests in a cemetery where I volunteer for the CWGC. He was the son of William and Mary Wilson and was the husband of Beatrice, of 25 Fitton St, Nuneaton. Apart from his medal index card, I can’t find much else about him.
📍Nuneaton (Oaston Road) Cemetery 🇬🇧
📍Nuneaton (Oaston Road) Cemetery 🇬🇧
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PHOTO OF THE DAY. John F Kennedy lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda, Washington DC (1963). 📷 George Mobley
November 23, 2025 at 10:17 AM
PHOTO OF THE DAY. John F Kennedy lying in state at the Capitol Rotunda, Washington DC (1963). 📷 George Mobley
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PERSON OF THE DAY. 23 November 1990. Welsh-born writer Roald Dahl died (aged 74). His often macabre books aimed at children include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and The BFG. His books have sold over 250 million copies worldwide.
November 23, 2025 at 10:16 AM
PERSON OF THE DAY. 23 November 1990. Welsh-born writer Roald Dahl died (aged 74). His often macabre books aimed at children include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and The BFG. His books have sold over 250 million copies worldwide.
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The latest podcast has been released!
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The Battle of the Bees - Footsteps of the fallen
In November 1914, the British attempted to capture the strategically vital port of Tanga in German East Africa. Poor planning, an indecisive commander, poorly trained troops and the fanatical id...
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November 23, 2025 at 8:30 AM
The latest podcast has been released!
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Dad's Army - A Man of Action (22nd November 1974). That stupid boy Pike has got his head stuck in the park gates.
November 22, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Dad's Army - A Man of Action (22nd November 1974). That stupid boy Pike has got his head stuck in the park gates.
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PHOTO OF THE DAY: Commuters in a New York City railway carriage read the evening newspapers reporting the JFK assassination (22 November 1963). 📷 Carl Mydans
November 22, 2025 at 9:42 AM
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Commuters in a New York City railway carriage read the evening newspapers reporting the JFK assassination (22 November 1963). 📷 Carl Mydans