Remarkable Women of the Second World War: A Collection of Untold Stories

Bacon, Victoria Panton

ISBN 10: 0750999969 / ISBN 13: 9780750999960

Published by The History Press, 2023

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Remarkable Women of the Second World War: A Collection of Untold Stories
• Publisher: The History Press
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750999969
• ISBN 13: 9780750999960
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Uncover the Remarkable Untold Stories of Women During WWII

During the Second World War, women kept society going, acting as carers, nurses, cleaners, and teachers, stepping into roles as engineers, farm laborers, and intelligence experts. This collection unveils twelve true testimonies of these extraordinary women.

From a farmworker in the Women’s Land Army to a child evacuee, a Lady Almoner, an aircraft engineer, and a Dutch child in hiding, these stories capture the diverse experiences of women during the war. Discover the courage and resilience of ordinary women who shaped history.

Perfect for readers interested in WWII history, women's biography, and personal accounts, this is a tribute to the millions of women who did extraordinary things long before recognition was common.

About the Author

Victoria Panton Bacon worked for the Prime Minister in the 1990s before becoming a BBC television producer, making films in the UK and Europe, including Bosnia. She founded Elizabeth's Legacy of Hope in 2011 with her twin sister, Sarah, to raise money for children in developing countries who need prosthetic legs. Victoria lives in South Norfolk with her husband Richard, the local MP, and their two sons. She has previously written Remarkable Journeys of the Second World War.