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Cirencester At War
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Author : Peter Grace
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2017-02-15
Cirencester At War written by Peter Grace and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-02-15 with History categories.
A pictorial record of the impact of war on the people of Cirencester
The Cotswolds At War
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Author : June Lewis-Jones
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2009-11-15
The Cotswolds At War written by June Lewis-Jones and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-11-15 with Photography categories.
A detailed account of what life was like for evacuees in the Cotswolds.
The Cotswolds At War
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Author : June Rosemarie Lewis
language : en
Publisher: Sutton Publishing
Release Date : 1992
The Cotswolds At War written by June Rosemarie Lewis and has been published by Sutton Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with History categories.
"On 1 September 1939 evacuee children arrived at Cirencester, the first of 'a sorry procession' to leave the cities for the comparative safety of the Cotswolds. By the end of the war the figures had run into thousands and almost every district had been touched by the war." "In this uniquely detailed account of the impact of the Second World War on the Cotswolds, June R. Lewis shows how national policy was interpreted at local level and how it influenced everyday village and rural life. Evacuees' letters describe their terror at seeing cows for the first time and their wonder at finding 'apples grow on trees' as well as the misery of being frightened and away from home. Villagers recount their own local part in the Invasion Plan and the precautions taken against the threat of enemy landings, bomb damage and injury to civilians: in August 1939 3,750 gas masks were issued in Cheltenham alone, and elaborate measures were taken to protect Tewkesbury Abbey and Gloucester Cathedral, where over 60 tolls of sand were used to lag the tomb of Edward II and eight panels were removed from the great east window. As the war went on an increasing military presence was felt in the Cotswolds, as the RAF took over airfields in hitherto quiet rural districts, at Aston Down and South Cerney among others, and US forces became integrated into local life." "The book also describes the role of the Home Guard, and there are accounts of the turning over of factories, now camouflaged, such as Lister's at Dursley, to weapon production. Contemporary records show the use of Intelligence, including the role of the National Pigeon Service, the Cotswolds claiming to be the first to use a pigeon with success in secret communication with an agent behind enemy lines. Finally, The Cotswolds at War reveals the changing use of land during the war years, including the 'Dig for Victory' campaign and the role of the Women's Land Army, and describes local efforts at fund-raising and entertainment." "A vivid recreation of the Cotswolds during a time of war, the result of thorough research based on personal reminiscences and contemporary newspaper accounts, this absorbing book is amply illustrated by archive photographs. It will be of interest to all who presently live in or visit the Cotswolds, and will also be welcomed by historians for its closely detailed account of local communities during the Second World War."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Cotswolds At War
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Author : June Rosemarie Lewis
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
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Cotswolds At War
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Author : June Lewis Jones
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009-11-15
Cotswolds At War written by June Lewis Jones and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-11-15 with categories.
On 1st September 1939 evacuee children arrived at Cirencester, the first of 'a sorry procession' to leave the cities for the comparative safety of the Cotswolds. By the end of the Second World War these figures had run into thousands and almost every district had been touched by the events of this time. In this uniquely detailed account of the impact of the Second World War on the Cotswolds, June R. Lewis shows how national policy was interpreted at local level and how it influenced everyday village and rural life. Evacuees' letters describe their terror at seeing cows for the first time and their wonder at finding 'apples grow on trees' as well as the misery of being frightened and away from home. Villagers recount their own local part in the Invasion Plan and the precautions taken against the threat of enemy landings, bomb damage and injury to civilians. As the war went on an increasing military presence was felt in the Cotswolds, as the RAF took over airfields in hitherto quiet rural districts, at Aston Down and South. Cerney among others, and US forces became integrated into local life.The book also describes the role of the Home Guard, and there are accounts of the turning over of factories, now camouflaged, such as Lister's at Dursley; to weapon production. Finally, The Cotswolds at War reveals the changing use of land during the war years. This book provides a vivid recreation of the Cotswolds during a time of war, the result of thorough research based on personal reminiscences and contemporary newspaper accounts. It will be of interest to all who presently live in or visit the Cotswolds, and will also be welcomed by historians for its closely detailed account of local communities during the Second World War.
Cirencester
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Author : Alan Welsford
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2010-08-15
Cirencester written by Alan Welsford and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-08-15 with Photography categories.
A completely revised and updated edition of a classic text.
Kearsley S Traveller S Entertaining Guide Through Great Britain Or A Description Of The Principal Cross Roads
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Author : George Kearsley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1801
Kearsley S Traveller S Entertaining Guide Through Great Britain Or A Description Of The Principal Cross Roads written by George Kearsley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1801 with categories.
Secret Cirencester
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Author : David Elder
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2022-10-15
Secret Cirencester written by David Elder and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10-15 with Photography categories.
Secret Cirencester explores the lesser-known history of the town of Cirencester through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.
Kearsley S Traveller S Entertaining Guide Through Great Britain Or A Description Of The Great And Principal Cross Roads
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language : en
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Release Date : 1801
Kearsley S Traveller S Entertaining Guide Through Great Britain Or A Description Of The Great And Principal Cross Roads written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1801 with Great Britain categories.
Front Line Thames
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Author : Michael Foley
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2008-09-01
Front Line Thames written by Michael Foley and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-09-01 with History categories.
The Thames has been the highway into London since early times. Iron Age forts once guarded its banks and then Roman legionaries took over. Every age since has added to the defences lining the river. The river was also used as the site of mills to produce gunpowder and test weapons, industries too dangerous to be based close to London. The river also betrayed the site of London to enemy airships and later aircraft. Even a complete blackout of the capital could not hide the river's route from enemy pilots. Although the defences are now outdated, many of them remain, giving example of London's battle through history. Michael Foley examines all aspects of military history around the capital and along the banks of the Thames in this fascinating new book.