Monthly Archives: March 2023

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

Posted on March 12, 2023 by bilyreid

THE CLASS OF ’43 Women who broke so much more than mere glass ceilings. WOMEN FERRY PILOTS Women ferry pilots flew more than nine million miles in 72 different aircraft for the Ferrying Division, US Air Transport Command during WWII.  … Continue reading →

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SILICON VALLEY BANK FAILURE

Posted on March 10, 2023 by bilyreid

The Silicon Valley Bank was closed down today by Californian regulators. Brought back memories of bank failures which I witnessed over the years in London. Most memorable was the forced shutdown of the Bank of Credit and Commerce International (BCCI) … Continue reading →

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YELLOWSTONE

Posted on March 2, 2023 by bilyreid

On this day in history, President Grant signed the bill to fund America’s first national park. I was fortunate to experience the park under both summer and winter conditions in the space of one eventful and photographically sublime week. No … Continue reading →

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ST. DAVID’S DAY

Posted on March 2, 2023 by bilyreid

Today is Saint David’s Day, the patron saint of Wales. Best wishes to the Welsh! Lake Vyrnwy, Wales

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