Somerset at War Through Time
Somerset at War Through Time by Henry Buckton, published by Amberley Publishing on April 15, 2012, offers a detailed exploration of Somerset’s varied contributions to the Second World War. This UK edition spans 128 pages and is presented in English, featuring a blend of historical photography and contemporary images that illustrate the remnants of Somerset’s wartime landscape. The book highlights significant locations such as Weston-super-Mare, Bath, and Glastonbury, showcasing the impact of the war on these areas.
Readers will find a rich visual narrative that captures both the historical context and the present-day landscape of Somerset. The book covers essential topics including military history, coastal defenses, and the experiences of the Women’s Land Army, providing insights into how the region prepared for and responded to wartime challenges. Through a combination of old and modern imagery, Somerset at War Through Time reveals the enduring legacy of the war in this part of Great Britain.
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Somerset’s contribution to the Second World War was extremely varied. Wherever you go in the county, you are never far away from a reminder of those wartime years. Weston-super-Mare and Bath experienced the worst of the bombing, but there are many other stories to tell. In this book, old images show the county at war and full-colour modern images demonstrate what remains today of Somerset’s wartime landscape. In Somerset at War Through Time, we see coastal defences at places like Brean Down and Steep Holm, and the airfields at Weston Zoyland and Merryfield. We learn how the town of Glastonbury prepared itself to be occupied by enemy troops, why the Taunton area was crucial to the defence of the West Country, how naval fighter pilots were trained at Yeovilton, and visit Pilton to learn about the Women’s Land Army.
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