Life in the forties

Known as an era of conflict, rationing and the big band sound, it is easy to overlook the rush of technology, science and design discoveries made between 1940

The National Health Service opened its doors to much excitement on the 5th of July 1948. Prior to the birth of the NHS, medical costs were often beyond

In a recent post, A Trip To The Pictures, we looked at the popularity of picture houses in the 1940’s. But what other forms of entertainment were on

As the possibility of war drew closer in the late 1930’s children’s toys reflected the mood. Boys toys turned to military themes with toy soldiers, tanks and aeroplanes,