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Life and Culture in the 1940s

Step back in time and swing into the evocative world of the 1940s!

Dive into the era of big band music and bold fashion choices. Explore the triumphs and struggles of World War II and discover the cultural shifts that shaped a generation.

Whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or simply curious about this fascinating period, we have something for you. Peruse our collection of articles, delve into captivating stories and rediscover the spirit of the 1940s!

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Scene from Holiday Inn Film

3 Classic Christmas Movies from 1940s

Holiday Inn – 1942 Christmas can’t begin until Bing Crosby sings ‘White Christmas’, and he is joined here by a bevy of ...
Winter Wonderland by Perry Como Music

Five Classic Christmas Songs from the 1940s

Winter Wonderland, Perry Como Included on the album ‘Perry Como Sings Merry Christmas Music’ this is still one of the most recognised ...
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Toys of the 1940s

In the late 1930s, the shadow of war loomed large, and this shift was reflected in 1940s toys. Military themes dominated boys’ ...
1940s Fashion Fashion

1940s Fashion Trends

British fashion trends in the 1940’s were heavily influenced by the Second World War. Not only because of the mood of the ...
1940s Hairstyles Fashion

Glamorous 40s Hairstyles: 3 Must-Try Looks

As we enter the 1940s, hair care and styling for women takes a practical turn but still lives up to social expectations ...
Bevin Boys 1945 Homefront

Keep the Home Fires Burning – The Crucial Role of The Bevin Boys

Britain’s Wartime Coal Crisis In 1939, as World War II raged, Britain implemented a national service draft. Over 1.5 million men joined ...
Triumph Speed Twin Motor Vehicles

The Triumph Speed Twin 5T…

The Speed Twin 5T was a motorcycle made by Triumph at their Coventry, and later Meriden factories. It was a 500cc OHV vertical twin in a lightweight frame and ...
Amy Johnson People

Taking Flight: Amy Johnson’s Pioneering Spirit

A Daring Dream Takes Flight: The Story of Amy Johnson While the exact spark that ignited Amy Johnson‘s passion for aviation remains ...
Wallaston's Mum's Army WWII

The Unsung Heroines of WWII: The Women’s Home Guard

Britain’s Unsung Heroes: The Women of the Home Guard The Second World War saw a surge of patriotism in Britain, with citizens ...
Citizen Kane Film

5 Famous Films of the Forties

Citizen Kane Released in 1941 by Mercury Productions, Citizen Kane was the debut film for Orson Welles.  At just twenty five years ...
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The 1940s: A Decade of Groundbreaking Inventions

10 Key Inventions of the 1940s The 1940s were a decade defined not just by the immense challenges of World War II, ...
A Matter of Life and Death Film

1940s Film Review – A Matter of Life & Death

A British fantasy film set during World War Two, A Matter of Life and Death begins like many other war films of ...
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