Here, for the first time, is the account of the essential part
played by Jewish personnel in Britain's Fire Service during World
War II. Ever civic minded, British Jews from all social backgrounds
were pre-war volunteers to be trained for dealing with the expected
mass bombing of cities by the Germans. After war was declared, by
1940/41, many younger Jewish men and women volunteered or were
called up to the armed services, while many who were too old or
unfit for the military stayed on with the Fire Service. A
considerable number of Jewish men and women played a major role in
the civil defense of Britain. Some won bravery awards, including
the only George Cross - the highest civilian award for courage -
won by a London Fireman during the war. Many gave their lives; this
is their story. Through the use of archival material, books, and
personal 'Last Voice' interviews, the book has captured part of
this extraordinary contribution of daring, effort, and suffering.
Numerous, never-before-published photographs illustrate and
illuminate the text. *** Librarians: ebook available [Subject:
History, Military Studies, Jewish Studies, World War II]
General
Imprint: |
Vallentine Mitchell
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
April 2023 |
Authors: |
Martin Sugarman
|
Dimensions: |
229 x 165 x 25mm (L x W x T) |
Pages: |
448 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-80371-031-0 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
1-80371-031-4 |
Barcode: |
9781803710310 |
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