Battle for the Skies over Malta
During the dark days of WW2, the RAF was often the first line of defence between Malta and the might of the Axis air powers.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Aug 30
- 6 min
The Royal Marines in Malta
Having started their involvement with Malta in 1798, the Royal Marines would be ever-present on the island for the next 181 years.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Aug 15
- 4 min
The Santa Marija Convoy
The epic Operation Pedestal - the convoy that saved Malta.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Aug 2
- 3 min
Dwejra
Despite the loss of its famous arch, Dwejra continues to attract countless visitors.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Jul 19
- 4 min
The Malta Garrison during WWII
The forces that were available to defend Malta in the event of an invasion by the Axis powers during World War Two.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Jul 5
- 3 min
Wied iż-Żurrieq
The small fishing hamlet of Wied iż-Żurrieq, located on Malta’s southern coast, is a popular tourist spot.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Jun 21
- 6 min
Hunger & the Convoy Lifeline
The struggle to keep Malta supplied and its people fed during the dark days of World War Two.
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Matthew Camilleri
- May 24
- 5 min
The 1942 Spring Blitz
An account of the infamous 1942 Spring Blitz against the Mediterranean island of Malta.
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Matthew Camilleri
- May 10
- 3 min
Gardens of Floriana
A quick look at a map of Floriana reveals that nearly half its area is made up of green and open spaces.
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Dylan Seychell
- Apr 7
- 3 min
Explore Valletta like Never Before: The Original Free Walking Tours in Malta
Welcome to the stunning city of Valletta and to Colour My Travel! Haven't you been to our Free Walking Tours? No problem; we are thrilled...
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Matthew Camilleri
- Mar 28
- 3 min
Civil Defence Organisations
The vital work carried out by various Civil Defence Organisations in Malta during the Second World War.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Mar 1
- 3 min
Life Under Siege
Everyday life for Maltese civilians at the height of the Second World War aerial bombing campaign.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Jan 27
- 3 min
Misraħ Għar il-Kbir
In the area of the famous Dingli Cliffs and the popular nearby Buskett Gardens lies another much less known, and somewhat mysterious site.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Jan 6
- 2 min
Baptism of Fire
The first bombing raids against Malta during World War Two.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Dec 21, 2022
- 3 min
Qrendi
The small, quaint village of Qrendi boasts of a wealth of breathtaking scenery, a treasure trove of history, a rich religious cultural...
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Matthew Sacco
- Nov 22, 2022
- 4 min
The future of museum collections
When analysing the business performance of a museum, one fundamental key performance indicator is the number of visitors, which is...
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Matthew Camilleri
- Nov 6, 2022
- 3 min
Food for the Dead
We wouldn't usually think of 'Food' and 'Death' in the same sentence. But a look back at our history shows that they were often connected.
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Matthew Camilleri
- Oct 13, 2022
- 3 min
Ghosts of Malta
Each year, as Halloween approaches, many revive their interest in the paranormal, including in Malta, where one finds no shortage of...
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Matthew Camilleri
- May 1, 2022
- 5 min
The Nibbia Church & Chapel of Bones
Despite the excellent medical services provided by the Order of St. John to the patients of their hospital in Valletta - the renowned...
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