We Remember the Home Guard

During World War II, the Home Guard was formed to defend Britain from a potential German invasion. Members came from various backgrounds and occupations, with minimal weapons and ammunition. Despite this, they produced professional results and learned how to fire grenades, undertake night watches, and defend their communities. This book offers a unique perspective on life on the home front during the war.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 384 pages
\n Publication date: 06 September 2018
\n Publisher: Ebury Publishing
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On June 22, 1940, France surrendered to Germany, sparking fears of a potential invasion of Britain. In response, the Home Guard was established to safeguard communities across the country. Members of the Home Guard hailed from various backgrounds, including those who had failed their medical examinations, the elderly, and the young. They included miners and farmers, alongside former majors, who underwent training alongside their civilian counterparts. Initially, their weapons and ammunition were limited, but gradually, these amateur soldiers began to achieve impressive results.

This remarkable book of reminiscences offers a glimpse into the lives of these men on the home front. It portrays them engaging in playful practices with pitchforks, occasionally stumbling into ditches after a few pints of ale during their work. However, it also reveals their remarkable transformation as they acquire the skills to fire grenades after a day of studying engineering and undertaking night watches after exhausting factory shifts. They did so with a deep understanding that their actions could be the last line of defense between the enemy and their loved ones, protecting their families and homes.

\n Weight: 272g\n
Dimension: 193 x 172 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529103915\n \n