The city will come together to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic with a number of events. This weekend marks the 80th anniversary of the longest, hardest naval battle in history, The Battle of the Atlantic. One of the most important factors of the Battle was logistics and, more importantly, Britain's ability to maintain vital supply lines through its North Atlantic shipping routes. Liverpool is hosting a series of events to commemorate the commitment and resilience of the brave men and women who ensured Britain and its allies overcame the malignant threat of Nazi Germany. READ...