Your Towns and Cities in the Great War Series

This title is about how the town's output of war materials was vital to the Great War effort. It acts as a reference guide to local war dead and war heroes, lost heroes, the area's recipients of the Victoria Cross, and memorials with details of those commemorated.

Fascinating and much forgotten story of the Black Country's contribution to the Great War.

The most comprehensive account yet of home life in South Dorset during the Great War.

Looks at how the Great War affected Wearsiders from the initial enthusiasm for sorting out the German Kaiser in time for Christmas 1914, to the gradual realization of the enormity of human sacrifice the families of Sunderland were committed to as the war stretched out over the next four years - including local Zeppelin attacks and experiences of those fighting for the DLI and other regiments. The Great War affected everyone. At home there were wounded soldiers in military hospitals, refugees from Belgium and later on German prisoners of war. There were food and fuel shortages and disruption to schooling. The role of women changed dramatically and they undertook a variety of work undreamed of in peacetime. Meanwhile, men serving in the armed forces were scattered far and wide. Extracts from contemporary letters reveal their heroism and give insights into what it was like under battle conditions. 100 illustrations

A concise history of the people of the Isle of Man during the Great War. An insight into the social and political divisions of the period and the lasting changes that came about. Personal accounts of events from letters and newspapers.

Craig Armstrong explores how the experience of war impacted on Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

A look at the history of the Great War in Nottingham City and is essential reading for anyone interested in the effects of the war on those left at home. It offers an Insight into the lives and sacrifices of ordinary people during the Great War.

This title focuses on lesser known aspects of the Great War and the social and economic effects on those left at home while the troops were at the Front. It Highlights fundamental changes in everyday life which did not end with the War and mphasises the importance of the 'domestic support' for the War.

This book chronicles what it was like to live in the town of Rotherham throughout the years of the Great War.

Fascinating and much forgotten story of Seaford and Eastbourne's contribution to the Great War.

A wide-ranging account of Sheffield life during the war and afterwards, with many newly-discovered facts. It explores War-work in 350 Sheffield companies:- the city's 'national factories' and 'controlled organizations', the Ministry of Munitions, employment of women and compulsory call-up, conscientious objectors and Military Tribunals.

Covers Bath in the Great War from the commencement of war in July 1914 to the Armistice in November 1918, featuring many forgotten news stories of the day. Describes what was happening in the city during the conflict including people's everyday lives, entertainment, spies and the internment of aliens living within the city.

The story of a city and its people throughout the long years of the Great War, from the carefree days of Spring 1914 to the solemn tones of the first Remembrance Day in November 1919. The men from the Cheshire Regiment which was based in the city, played a vital part in the Battle of Mons, the first major action of the war.

How the experience of war impacted on the town, from the initial enthusiasm for sorting out the German Kaiser in time for Christmas 1914, to the gradual realization of the enormity of human sacrifice the families of Washington were committed to as the war stretched out over the next four years. A record of the growing disillusion of the people, their tragedies and hardships and a determination to see it through. The Great War affected everyone. At home there were wounded soldiers in military hospitals, refugees from Belgium and later on German prisoners of war. There were food and fuel shortages and disruption to schooling. The role of women changed dramatically and they undertook a variety of work undreamed of in peacetime. Meanwhile, men serving in the armed forces were scattered far and wide. Extracts from contemporary letters reveal their heroism and give insights into what it was like under battle conditions.

Fascinating and much forgotten story of Bristol's contribution to the Great War.

Looks at the Cardiff Pals and other local regiments who fought in the Great War and how the experience of war impacted on the area, from the initial enthusiasm for sorting out the German Kaiser in time for Christmas 1914, to the gradual realization of the enormity of human sacrifice the families of Cardiff were committed to as the war stretched out over the next four years. An important place for Coal export this book looks at how the balance between working and fighting was achieved by the Dockyard workers The Great War affected everyone. At home there were wounded soldiers in military hospitals, refugees from Belgium and later on German prisoners of war. There were food and fuel shortages and disruption to schooling. The role of women changed dramatically and they undertook a variety of work undreamed of in peacetime. Meanwhile, men serving in the armed forces were scattered far and wide. Extracts from contemporary letters reveal their heroism and give insights into what it was like under battle conditions.

Describes impacts of the Great War on a region of Southern Scotland. The study contributes to the understanding of the impact of the First World War on country areas. Thematic chapters explore areas such as recruitment, voluntary medical service and commemoration.

Fascinating and much forgotten story of Wirral's contribution to the Great War.

How the experience of war impacted on the town, from the initial enthusiasm for sorting out the German kaiser in time for Christmas 1914, to the gradual realization of the enormity of human sacrifice the families of Hove and Portslade were committed to.

How the experience of war impacted on the town, from the initial enthusiasm for sorting out the German kaiser in time for Christmas 1914, to the gradual realization of the enormity of human sacrifice the families of Doncaster were committed to.

By the end of the Great War in 1918, Chelmsford had 1,791 men serving in the army or navy, with 392 not returning. This narrative explores the lives of those left behind, including munitions workers, special constables, VADs, shopkeepers, magistrates, councillors, conscientious objectors, teachers, and school children, as well as Brenda, the St Bernard dog who collected funds for the British Red Cross. The story begins in 1914 when the outbreak of war transformed the optimistic town, with army camps and airfields established nearby. Thousands from the South Midland Divisions and the Lowland Division trained in Chelmsford, forging lasting friendships despite local ties to the Essex Regiment. Major firms like Marconi's and Hoffmann's shifted to munitions production, creating a demand for skilled labor that conflicted with the need for soldiers. As conscription began, the local military tribunal struggled to maintain balance until women's roles in the workforce were acknowledged. Civic leadership faltered amid challenges such as billeting, air raids, food shortages, and rationing, leading to an overabundance of committees. Ultimately, Chelmsford emerged from the war intact and proud of its significant, if understated, contribution to the national war effort.

Recounts the trials and tribulations of those on the Home front.

Fascinating and much forgotten story of Sheffield's contribution to the Great War.