Incendiary Bombs
What was an incendiary bomb?
Incendiary bombs were filled with highly flammable (easy to set on fire) substances which would start fires once they had hit the ground. The aim of using ...
Identity Cards
What were identity cards?
Identity cards (or National Registration Cards) were introduced by the government during World War II. Written on them was the owner’s name, date of birth, ...
World War 2 Self-Help Booklets
What were the booklets for?
Because of rationing people didn’t have access to as many supplies as they had done before the war. There were major shortages of a number of things including ...
Rationing
What was rationing?
During World War II the government limited the amount of food and other items which British people could buy. This was called rationing.
Why was it important?
Before ...
Gas masks during the war
What is a gas mask?
A gas mask is a mask which is placed over the face to stop the user from breathing in dangerous gasses which may harm them.
Why were they used during WW II?
During ...
The Blackout
When did the blackout begin in Britain?
The blackout began on September 1st 1939, two days before Britain declared war on Germany.
What was the aim of a blackout?
The aim of a blackout ...
