David Irving's Diary 2021 (Full Year)
Overview
The complete 2021 diary represents one of the most comprehensive records available, documenting a full year during the COVID-19 pandemic. Based primarily in London, David Irving navigates lockdowns, vaccine debates, business operations challenges, and family relationships while maintaining his historical research and publishing activities. The diary shows adaptation to pandemic conditions while continuing international book sales operations with American associate Kathy.
Date Range & Structure
- Period: January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
- Total Length: Approximately 59,931 lines (single comprehensive file)
- Primary Locations: London (UK), with references to American operations
- Word Count: ~2.5 million characters
- Structure: Daily entries with extensive correspondence and business records
Key Themes
COVID-19 and Pandemic Response
Extensive documentation of pandemic impact including lockdown effects, vaccine skepticism, and criticism of government policies. Regular commentary on death rates, restrictions, and American attitudes toward virus measures.
Business Operations During Crisis
Detailed records of book sales operations managed with American associate Kathy, showing adaptation to pandemic conditions. Continued international shipping despite restrictions and economic challenges.
Vaccine Controversy and Health Decisions
Personal journey through vaccine decision-making, scheduled for first vaccination on January 8, 2021. Skeptical attitude toward mandatory vaccines and government health policies.
Publishing and Historical Research
Ongoing work on various manuscripts including references to Apocalypse text, True Himmler, and continued Churchill research. Technical details about typesetting and book production challenges.
Family Relationships During Isolation
Regular contact with daughters
Jessica Irving and
Paloma Irving during lockdown conditions. Family visits and communications adapted to pandemic restrictions.
International Correspondence and Support Network
Extensive global correspondence including Mark Weber (IHR), various book customers, and historical research contacts. Documentation of platform censorship and alternative communication methods.
Financial and Legal Challenges
Ongoing attention to business finances, book sales tracking, and legal matters. Impact of pandemic on traditional revenue streams and adaptation strategies.
Notable People Mentioned
- Kathy - American business associate managing US book operations
- Jessica Irving - Daughter, regular family contact during pandemic
- Paloma Irving - Daughter, family visits and support
- Mark Weber (IHR) - Institute for Historical Review correspondence
- Various international book customers and supporters
- Medical professionals regarding vaccine appointments
Key Locations
- London - Primary residence throughout pandemic year
- Chelsea/Violett Melchett Centre - Vaccine appointment location
- Flood Street - Location reference for health appointments
- Various international shipping destinations for book orders
- American operations base (managed remotely through Kathy)
Key Quotes
New Year pandemic reflections:
"The deaths in the UK are now around a thousand a day, which I guess even you would take seriously. I am shocked by the unwilling, nay sceptical emails I get from Americans every day."
On vaccine scheduling:
"I have been given a date for my first jab: January 8 at 9:50am, at the Violett Melchett Centre in Chelsea."
Business adaptation during pandemic:
"Hello Kathy, Here is our much diminished overnight haul, which I would ask you to handle if you can."
Historical literary reference during crisis:
"The writing is on the wall for you all: Und siehe da, an weisser Wand / da kam's hervor wie Menschenhand. (From Heinrich Heine: Belsazar's Feast, which I learned at school, sixty years ago.)"
IHR correspondence on platform censorship:
"On Sept. 1 the company that had been processing our credit card payments and donations suddenly cancelled its account with us... (Fortunately, we had already lined up an alternative.)"
Cross-References
Research Notes
This comprehensive year-long record provides exceptional insight into pandemic-era operations and attitudes. The detailed business correspondence with Kathy reveals the practical challenges of maintaining international operations during global restrictions. The vaccination decision process and skeptical commentary on government policies reflects broader cultural debates of the period. The continued productivity in historical research and book sales despite challenging circumstances demonstrates operational resilience. The family relationship dynamics during isolation periods provide personal context to broader social experiences of lockdown.