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Birmingham 1900-1945|Eric Armstrong

Birmingham 1900-1945 : A Social History in Postcards, Images of England

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Overview

This fascinating collection of over 200 picture postcards provides a nostalgic insight into the changing history of Birmingham during the period 1900-1945. For over a quarter of this time Britain was at war and the political and social changes experienced were immense, not least in Birmingham, a major industrial city. Each image is accompanied by a detailed caption, bringing the past alive and describing many aspects of life in the city, including chapters on wartime, work, sport, shopping, entertainment and celebrations, providing a vital record of vanished vistas and past practices. This book will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history of the area, and also awaken memories of a bygone time for those who worked or lived in the "Second City".

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780752440378
  • ISBN-10: 0752440373
  • Publisher: History Press
  • Publish Date: August 2006
  • Dimensions: 9.25 x 6.5 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.48 pounds
  • Page Count: 128

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