My War
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This is a fascinating read, consisting of the stories of five contributors - men who were in the Home Guard during World War II. Together with information on why the Home Guard was set up, the book provides details on the work the volunteers were expected to do - from guarding gasworks and military installations, to locating and capturing enemy pilots whose aircraft had been shot down. It takes an intriguing look at the way of life experienced by real people in wartime Britain. It is complete with colour and previously unpublished black and white photographs, a glossary and index.
This book makes for a fascinating read, consisting of the personal accounts of five contributors - women who were actually in the Land Army during the Second World War. Together with information on why the Land Army was set up and what it involved, the book provides details on the training required, the uniforms worn and the work that the women were expected to do. It takes an intriguing look at the completely new way of life experienced by the contributors in wartime Britain. It is complete with colour and black and white photographs, a glossary and an index.
A fascinating read, consisting of the stories of five contributors - men who were in the Home Guard during World War II. Together with information on why the Home Guard was set up, the book provides details on the work the volunteers were expected to do - from guarding gasworks and military installations, to locating and capturing enemy pilots whose aircraft had been shot down. An intriguing look at the way of life experienced by real people in wartime Britain. Complete with colour and previously unpublished black and white photographs, a glossary and index.