Cheltenham at War in Old Photographs by Peter Gill

Cheltenham at War in Old Photographs by Peter Gill

During the Second World War photographic film was rationed and photography was strictly controlled. Despite these limitations it is surprising how many pictures of the war years have survived, often hidden away in photograph albums or school and company archives, never seen by the general public. Cheltenham at War, however, brings together over two hundred of these unique images. Well-researched captions put the photographs in context, and contain many fascinating details of life during the war. The emphasis throughout Cheltenham at War is on people - despairing at the bomb damage, pulling together in salvage campaigns and rejoicing at the victory that followed. Schools were evacuated, evacuees and prisoners of war arrived and there was even a mock invasion, but a semblance of normality was maintained: for example, football and cricket teams still competed and weddings took place. These events are also recorded here. This book will evoke nostalgic memories for all who spent their war years in the town, and will be of interest to everyone who knows and loves Cheltenham.

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ISBN 13	9781845884109
ISBN 10	1845884108
Title	Cheltenham at War in Old Photographs
Author	Peter Gill
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Nonsuch Publishing
Year published	2009-08-01
Number of pages	128
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