The Second World War: war begins

An account of the very earliest days of the war.

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Information and questions about the Blackout during the early part of the war.

The start of the Home Guard, or Dad's Army as it was known.

Over 3 million people were moved out of British cities to avoid being bombed.

Template and suggestions for a newspaper report on the beginning of World War II.