Reading at War 1939-45

£11.99

This book covers the daily life of a town ready for the worst, but one that continued with its daily activities and just got on with its efforts to aid the war effort. It is profusely illustrated with photographs, illustrations and human interest stories, and provides a valuable insight into wartime life in the town.

3 in stock

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Description

Close to London, easily pinpointed by its proximity to the River Thames and as a transport hub Reading was an obvious bombing target. Fortunately for the town’s citizens there was only one of the many bombing raids that had any significant impact. This book covers the daily life of a town ready for the worst, but one that continued with its daily activities and just got on with its efforts to aid the war effort. It is profusely illustrated with photographs, illustrations and human interest stories, and provides a valuable insight into wartime life in the town.

Perfect bound, 246 pages

Additional information

Weight 751 g