Monthly Archives: July 2012

World War One Photo: Bassee

Posted on July 25, 2012 by brushedwithmystery
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Edward (Mick) Mannock: World War One Pilot

Posted on July 11, 2012 by brushedwithmystery

Credited with 60 kills and 73 victories, ‘Mick’ Mannock’s plane burst into flames and fell behind German lines in World War One.  There were only four months left until the end of the Great War.  His body was never recovered, … Continue reading →

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World War One Photo: Aircraft

Posted on July 10, 2012 by brushedwithmystery

  Writing on the back of the photo says ‘La Bassee.’ It was a battle in Northern France between Germany and British forces starting in October 1914. Germany occupied La Bassee, and the British attempts to regain the commune of  … Continue reading →

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Brave: A Good Mother-Daughter Movie

Posted on July 7, 2012 by brushedwithmystery

I went to see 3-D Brave with my five year old daughter yesterday. Since we are both curly red haired lassies, I thought the character would be someone that my daughter and I could relate to. I also am passionate … Continue reading →

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