Great British Commanders: Leadership, Strategy and Luck

Great British Commanders: Leadership, Strategy and Luck

Professor Michael Clarke joins us to deliver a talk on the subject of his most recent book. Military commanders matter. They win or lose battles, determine the outcomes of wars and often shape the history of nations. But they are also human individuals. This study of...
The Symphony Concert in Nazi Germany: An Oasis of Civility?

The Symphony Concert in Nazi Germany: An Oasis of Civility?

In his account of his 1937 tour of Germany Edward Heath referred repeatedly to his attendance at concerts, describing these as the redoubt of those civilised German values that the Nazis were busy corrupting. His story fits with what many Germans wanted to believe...
Alan Titchmarsh in Conversation with Gyles Brandreth

Alan Titchmarsh in Conversation with Gyles Brandreth

This Monday, the Performing Arts Centre at Godolphin School hosted a captivating evening featuring broadcaster, gardener and writer, Alan Titchmarsh. Joined by his longtime friend and fellow broadcaster, Gyles Brandreth, Titchmarsh offered a fascinating glimpse into...
Our speakers’ thoughts on this year’s lecture

Our speakers’ thoughts on this year’s lecture

.Our guest speakers offer their thoughts following their appearance on stage at this year’s Sir Edward Heath Annual Lecture. Our thanks to John Rose for the photography and to Richard Marks for the...