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 and 1950. Here are just a few of the discoveries that we take for granted today. 1940 – Colour Television In the autumn of 1940, Hungarian engineer …
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 the average working class family, with many only visiting the doctor once nothing more could be done at home. Health care was delivered through a mix of …
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 offer? Entertainment At Home It was at least another decade before most British households could afford a television. The wireless offered entertainment and information for adults and …
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, while girls toys reflected gender expectations at home with dolls, tea sets and miniature home appliances. This continued into the early 1940’s, though the outbreak of war …