Sunderland at War 1939–45
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Sunderland at War 1939–45

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  1. 184 pages
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Sunderland at War 1939–45

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About This Book

This local history explores the wartime contributions and sacrifices of a strategically significant English port town during WWII. Located on the River Wear, Sunderland was a vital hub for shipbuilding and coal exportation. During the Second World War, these important attributes marked it as a prime target for the Luftwaffe. The town experienced numerous air raids, including one which caused devastating casualties and structural damage. The authorities struggled to provide adequate shelters and Air Raid Precautions services. Sunderland also had a proud tradition of military service. Many joined the local Army regiment, the famed Durham Light Infantry, which saw action in almost every theater of the war. Other brave Wearsiders joined the Merchant Navy, the Royal Navy, and the Royal Air Force. Some served in Bomber Command, seeking vengeance for the brutal bombing of their home town.

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Publisher
Pen & Sword Military
Year
2020
ISBN
9781473891272
Topic
Historia
Subtopic
Segunda Guerra Mundial

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title
  3. Copyright
  4. Content
  5. Introduction
  6. Chapter 1 1939: The Breaking Storm
  7. Chapter 2 1940: Darkest Hour
  8. Chapter 3 1941: A Year of Struggle and Heartbreak
  9. Chapter 4 1942: The Tide Turns
  10. Chapter 5 1943: The Last Blitz
  11. Chapter 6 1944: The End in Sight?
  12. Chapter 7 1945: Victory and Peace
  13. Appendix A
  14. Notes