Prof Richard Holmes 'British Military historian and author has died

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  1. 05-01-2011, 12:33 AM #1
    LUCKYSTRIKE
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    Sad news, here's a link to the BBC news web site.

    BBC News - Prof Richard Holmes, acclaimed military historian, dies

    RIP, I for one really enjoyed his War walks series.

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  2. 05-01-2011, 12:40 AM #2
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    Very sad to hear this, I enjoyed his work very much. 65 is not fair, he had so much more to give. RIP.
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    I too was very saddened to hear this news. I had a great respect for his work. My condolences to his family and friends.

    Cheers, Ade.
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    A sad loss - a good author and broadcaster.

    Had a pleasure of meeting him once - a true gentleman.

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  5. 05-01-2011, 10:23 AM #5
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    Very sad indeed, I just loved his enthusiastic delivery

    RIP

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    A truely great military historian whose enthuasim shone through. RIP
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    I am also saddend to hear the news of his passing, he was an true gentleman,
    I have enjoyed his work over the years he will be sadly missed. R.I.P Richard.
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    Very sad news for the Military History community , his riding the route of the retreat from Mons will always be remembered , RIP
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    Very sad news, he made military history very easy listening and was so enthusiastic about the subject ,RIP sir
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    tragic news , a great historian who made a great contribution to the understanding of military history.will be sadly missed.
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