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Jack the Ripper and Abraham Lincoln by Tony McMahon

Jack the Ripper – an American LGBT killer

The 70s 80s 90s Blog2 years ago3 months ago05 mins

For two years, I’ve been investigating the Jack the Ripper case – pouring over the original police and court records, as well as contemporary newspaper reports and other evidence. What I’ve uncovered will amaze you. On May 28, 2024 – I will reveal all in a new book: Jack the Ripper and Abraham Lincoln (Troubador…

1981 riots

Ska and 2Tone – the sound of Coventry

The 70s 80s 90s Blog14 years ago4 years ago15 mins

Walk down Oxford Street today and it’s impossible to avoid glimpsing the ever present influence of 2Tone whether it’s the black and white check patterns, porkpie hats, tonic suits, etc, etc. The style pioneered by The Specials, The Selecter and The Beat has proved to be timeless. Don’t believe me – look at these images…

1986 – 40 years ago in Britain

Iran on the eve of the 1979 revolution

1976 – 50 years ago in Britain

School summer holidays in the 1970s

Zoomers challenge Boomer office culture

Plane hijacked by samurai wielding terrorists

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Jack the Ripper – an American LGBT killer

Ska and 2Tone – the sound of Coventry