With the fall of France imminent, Hitler had the bulk of Western Europe either directly under his control, neutral or allied to him. For the first time since the Napoleonic Wars, Britain faced both isolation in Europe and the prospect of invasion. On May 14th, barely two weeks before the evacuation of Read more…
In this Memories of War micro-documentary local residents recall their experiences of air raids and the Battle of Britain.
In this Memories of War micro-documentary local residents recall the experience of rationing.
In this Memories of War micro-documentary local residents recall the experience of serving overseas, either in combat or support roles.
In this Memories of War micro-documentary local residents reflect on how the Second World War transformed the role of women in society.
In this Memories of War micro-documentary local residents discuss morale during the Second World War.
In this Memories of War micro-documentary local residents recall evacuees arriving and being integrated in their communities.