Exploring Għajn Tuffieħa’s World War II Sites

October is the perfect month for a bit of exploration combined with a refreshing dip in the sea as the Island begins to cool off slowly after the long hot summer months. Andrew Galea makes his way to Għajn Tuffieħa in hopes of discovering some World War II historical sites

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The Road to Malta’s Independence

On the 21 September, Malta celebrates its Independence Day, a pivotal moment in the country’s history which ushered in a new era of self-governance and national identity. Oh My Malta explores Malta’s complex history in a bid to better understand this crucial and historically remarkable moment

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Celebrating Victory Day on 8 September

This holiday commemorates the end of three historical sieges: the Great Siege of Malta by the Ottoman Empire; the Siege of Valletta, which was a result of the French Blockade; and the Axis-led Siege of Malta. OhMyMalta will dissect these events to underline their historical importance in the assemblement of Malta’s identity as a nation-state

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