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Ireland’s Wars: Yenikoi

Posted on Nov 28, 2017 by NFB

At the conclusion of the first Allied campaign operating out of Salonika, the British and French found themselves hemmed in by the unexpected might of the Bulgarian enemy, backed up by Austro-Hungarian and German support. On the 5th January 1916, … Continue reading →

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Ireland’s Wars: The Macedonian Front And Kosturino

Posted on Oct 3, 2017 by NFB

The First World War had begun on the borders of Serbia and Austria-Hungary, even if, in the aftermath of the Great Powers all throwing their lot in, that theatre of the war had become almost a sideshow in comparison to … Continue reading →

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Eight Quick Thoughts On Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire

Posted on Jul 25, 2011 by NFB

1. While not as good as the previous two entries, it’s still decent enough. Trips along nicely, some good set piece sequences, and some good expansion of the main characters. 2. That being said, this one betrays Rowling’s lack of … Continue reading →

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