world war 2

Secret Radar at Rendugullapalem during World War 2Secret Radar at Rendugullapalem during World War 2

Secret Radar at Rendugullapalem during World War 2

82 years ago today, Visakhapatnam would wake up as a city changed, reeling from a Japanese air raid that struck…

6 days ago
Did you know that Andhra University shifted out of Visakhapatnam for 3 years? Here’s whyDid you know that Andhra University shifted out of Visakhapatnam for 3 years? Here’s why

Did you know that Andhra University shifted out of Visakhapatnam for 3 years? Here’s why

The culture of Visakhapatnam is deeply entwined with its buildings. Structures like the Jagadamba theatre, St Joseph's College, Hawa Mahal,…

9 months ago
Visakhapatnam Port City: In the Japanese bombing and its aftermathVisakhapatnam Port City: In the Japanese bombing and its aftermath

Visakhapatnam Port City: In the Japanese bombing and its aftermath

In the annals of World War II, the city of Visakhapatnam holds a unique and poignant place. This coastal city…

12 months ago
War Time Vizag’s Civil Defence– 1942War Time Vizag’s Civil Defence– 1942

War Time Vizag’s Civil Defence– 1942

The history of Vizag has always been associated with ancient British establishments, stories of how it turned into a metropolitan from…

2 years ago
World War 2 era bunker surfaces on Visakhapatnam’s shoreWorld War 2 era bunker surfaces on Visakhapatnam’s shore

World War 2 era bunker surfaces on Visakhapatnam’s shore

Visakhapatnam has been an important city for trade and transport on the Indian coastline for centuries. Several wrecked ships and…

5 years ago
When the Japanese attacked Vizag during World War 2When the Japanese attacked Vizag during World War 2

When the Japanese attacked Vizag during World War 2

While many old-timers share memories of what they and their parents had experienced during World War 2, John Castellas, whose…

6 years ago