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Why We Need a Queer History of the Holocaust

by Dr Anna Hájková

Today marks 75 years since the liberation of Auschwitz. In this article, historian Anna Hájková explains the difficulty of piecing together a history of queer Jews in the Holocaust - and why we should strive for a more inclusive history today.

Explainers: There’s Something Wrong With Remembrance

Remembrance is viewed through a prism of hyper-nationalism, tasteless militarism and pseudo-patriotism. War veteran Joe Glenton argues that to truly respect the war dead, we must learn the lessons of the past.

Explainers: A Veteran Speaks on Remembrance Day

Joe Glenton on what we should be thinking about this Remembrance Day.

Activists Hold Remembrance March for Refugees Killed Trying to Reach UK

by Charlotte England

Campaigners in pink veils marched to the Cenotaph with candles and placards bearing the names of migrants who died fleeing conflict and persecution.

Unless the British Legion Calls for Transformational Change, It Should Disband. Veterans Deserve Better

by Aaron Bastani

Were the Royal British Legion to fulfil its original mission, it would call for societal change and stand up for the thousands of veterans who are either homeless, at the front line of the criminal justice system, or facing severe mental health issues. If not it should disband, argues Aaron Bastani.

Live: War, What Is It Good For? (Absolutely Gammon)

As poppy season gets in full swing, ex-soldier Joe Glenton joins Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial to discuss British militarism and how we remember war.