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Britain at War 1939 to 1945

Britain at War 1939 to 1945

Britain at War 1939 to 1945

James Lingard

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AuthorHouse UK
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2008
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9781434359339
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This history of the Second World War is written from the standpoint of people directly involved. What was it like to live through such a war? This book aims to bring the period alive for the reader.However, facts and figures are historically accurate rather than the propaganda then fed to the public. Some personal experiences are slightly dramatised, but all are based on actual events.The reader may be surprised at how close the Allies came to disaster.Written by a leading lawyer with a lifelong interest in history, BRITAIN AT WAR 1939 to 1945:· Is written from the standpoint of people directly involved and aims to bring the period alive for the reader.· Provides a concise, readable but comprehensive overview of the war.· Shows how close the Allies came to disaster.· By slightly dramatizing some personal experiences (based on actual events), adds human interest.· How can a family with a small child caught up in such a war survive? The book is ideal for all who want to know about the war but lack the time to study more weighty tomes. Its entertaining insights will add interest to educational courses.

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