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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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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 ...
Laci Fay - The Vintage Girl Next Door Fashion

1940s Makeup – Beetroot Juice for Blusher!

In the 1930’s and 40’s makeup goes from being seen as tawdry, perhaps something only worn by women of ‘dubious’ nature, to ...
Louis Reard with Bikini Models 1940s LIfe

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, ...
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Free Time in the Forties

In a recent post, A Trip To The Pictures, we looked at the popularity of picture houses in the 1940’s. But what ...
Morris 8 1936 Motor Vehicles

The Morris 8 – A Family Car Inspired by The Ford Model Y

The Morris 8 was a small family car produced by Morris Motors from 1935 to 1948. It was inspired by the sales popularity of the Ford Model Y, styling ...
Grave of William Martin People

The man who never was – Operation Mincemeat

On a warm spring morning in April 1943, a sardine fisherman spotted the corpse of a British soldier floating in the sea ...
Pearl Harbour Attack WWII

Pearl Harbor: A Day of Infamy and a Nation Awakened

Pearl Harbor – A Look at the Road to War “Yesterday, December 7th, 1941 — a date which will live in infamy ...
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 ...
Sunbeam Talbot 10 Motor Vehicles

Sunbeam Talbot 10 Saloon

The Sunbeam-Talbot 10 was a compact executive car or small sports saloon manufactured by the Rootes Group in their Clément-Talbot factory in North ...
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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 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 ...
Anenurin Bevan at NHS hospital in 1948 1940s LIfe

The Birth of the NHS (1948)

The NHS: A Look Back at Britain’s Historic Healthcare System (1948-Present) On July 5th, 1948, the National Health Service (NHS) opened its ...
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