STEP into 1945 with a historic newspaper book made from genuine reports of the time. Follow the Allied victory in Europe, VE Day crowds in Piccadilly, Japan’s surrender, and Labour’s rise to power. Explore cultural moments including Vivien Leigh on stage, prefab homes at Alexandra Palace, and the early days of British television. Personalise your book with a name and message to create a lasting keepsake. An ideal gift for birthdays, special occasions, or history enthusiasts.
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STEP into 1945 through original Daily Mirror reports of the time. This Historic Newspaper book offers a unique lens on a year marked by the end of war and the start of political change. Hitler calls on Germany to fight to the last. In Europe, Allied forces cross the Rhine and drive towards Berlin. One million surrender. VE Day brings celebration to Piccadilly, as crowds fill the streets. In the East, Japan faces the atomic threat and agrees to surrender.
At home, Churchill is voted out, and Labour pledges new homes and social reform. Vivien Leigh takes the stage as Cleopatra. Prefab homes are revealed at Alexandra Palace. Television begins its steady arrival in British homes.
This book is an ideal gift for birthdays, special occasions, or history enthusiasts. Choose from a range of covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to create a unique keepsake.
Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from scan archives. In some cases, there’ll be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid (29.8cm x 36.4cm)
Pages: 160+
Paper source: our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
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