Second World Wars | Luxury Tours of Ireland and Scotland

01 Sep Carrickfergus Castle, County Antrim

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There has been a castle on this site since the 12th century. What stands today is very complete and well worth a visit on any tours of Ireland. The castle is one of the most complete in Ireland. It has an interesting history. Prince (later King) John resided in...

01 Feb Burray, South Ronaldsay, Orkney

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In both First and Second World Wars, Scapa Flow was a busy naval base, and in both wars its defences were penetrated with serious consequences: in 1917 HMS Vanguard was torpedoed, and in 1939 it was the turn of HMS Royal Oak; both sinking’s resulted in heavy loss of...

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01 Sep Carrickfergus Castle, County Antrim

01 Feb Burray, South Ronaldsay, Orkney