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Introduction to the 1940s
The 1940s were an incredible period in Britain's history. Throughout a savage world war with its horrors and deprivation, despite the shortage of food and clothing, in spite of air raids, bombing and the constant risk of death or loss, ordinary British people obeyed government instructions to 'Keep calm and carry on'.
Dedication
These pages are dedicated to all those who lived through WWII and are intended to tell something of their story.
This section will develop over time - right now you can enjoy reading about food in wartime, join in with some 1940s events and see some original film footage but do come back soon to see what has been added!
Wartime Food Index
The pre-war British diet
The War Years
Molly meets Lord Woolton
Rationing Timeline
British Restaurants - a national institution
Post-war - a time for recovery
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Spitfire on patrol
Diary of WWII
This is a month by month diary of the war years.
1940s Original Film Footage
1940s Swing Dancing click here
1941 Lindy Hop click here
1940s Robots click here
"If I forget you" sung by Judy Garland in 1940 click here
George Formby joins the RAF in 1940. Hilarious propaganda film
click here
1940s Events
If you fancy taking part in a 1940s event then click here for Rod's 1940s events calendar!
For another great 1940s events site try: www.jilldaniels.com
1940s singer, Jill, has a personal listing on www.history.uk.com which can be found at Jill Daniels listing
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