David Harvey
Birmingham Buses, Trams and Trolleybuses in the Second World War
Birmingham Buses, Trams and Trolleybuses in the Second World War
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The Second World War had a significant impact on public transport in the West Midlands, with new regulations introduced and many single-deck buses commandeered by the War Department or converted to ambulances. Service reductions were made, and air raids resulted in many routes being abandoned or changed. Photographing the public transport system was forbidden during the war, but enthusiasts continued to record history.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2019
Publisher: Amberley Publishing
The Second World War had a profound impact on public transport in the West Midlands. New regulations were introduced within days of Chamberlain's broadcast, and buses, trolleybuses, and trams had to conform with new blackout regulations. Many single-deck buses were either commandeered by the War Department or converted to ambulances. Service reductions were made, and significant damage to buildings and infrastructure presented a unique set of challenges for those tasked with keeping the West Midlands working. Air raids resulted in many routes being abandoned or changed, as the inevitable reduction in fleet sizes put the public transport system under even greater strain. Photographing the public transport system was forbidden during the war, but many enthusiasts continued to record history. Delving into his superb collection of wartime shots, author David Harvey offers a fascinating snapshot of these vehicles' lives during wartime.
The Second World War had a profound impact on public transport in the West Midlands.
New regulations were introduced within days of Chamberlain's broadcast, and buses, trolleybuses, and trams had to conform with new blackout regulations.
Many single-deck buses were either commandeered by the War Department or converted to ambulances.
Service reductions were made, and significant damage to buildings and infrastructure presented a unique set of challenges for those tasked with keeping the West Midlands working.
Air raids resulted in many routes being abandoned or changed, as the inevitable reduction in fleet sizes put the public transport system under even greater strain.
Photographing the public transport system was forbidden during the war, but many enthusiasts continued to record history.
Delving into his superb collection of wartime shots, author David Harvey offers a fascinating snapshot of these vehicles' lives during wartime.
Weight: 304g
Dimension: 236 x 170 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445684451
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