Another look back at a proud moment in Newcastle's history🌟 We recently unveiled a commemorative plaque honouring Jack London, one of Britain's pioneering Black Olympians, at his former home in Jesmond. Born in British Guyana and raised in London, Jack became a trailblazer in British athletics, winning silver in the 100m sprint at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics and bronze in the 4x100m relay. His incredible legacy lives on, not just through his sporting achievements but also his contributions to f

The Commemorative Air Force is mourning the loss of Col Ronnie Gardner, a CAF Hall of Fame inductee (Class of 2020) whose aviation career spanned over five decades and left an enduring impact on the warbird community. Gardner, who passed away on May 2, 2025, was a highly accomplished pilot, instructor, and mentor known for his quiet humility and deep dedication to preserving aviation history. After earning his degree from Texas Tech in 1967, he began instructing U.S. Air Force pilots and later f