Major Tony Abela is giving a presentation about radars in Malta during World War II.

The Malta system was the first and only one tested outside the UK. When the war broke out, in 1939, the British Forces brought over four more radars, to cover high- and low-level flying aircraft, as well as surface (sea) movements.

Within two years, the British had more than six radars operating as early warning systems, fighters interception control, maritime and submarine detection and surveillance. In addition, a number of gun control radars were found all over Malta during the duration of the war.

The presentation is being held today at 7pm at the Voluntary Sector Hall, Melita Street, Valletta.