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The Blackout in Britain and Germany, 1939-1945
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The Blackout in Britain and Germany, 1939-1945 Hardcover - 2018

by Marc Wiggam


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This book is the first major study of the blackout in the Second World War. Developing a comparative history of this system of civil defense in Britain and Germany, it begins by exploring how the blackout was planned for in both countries, and how the threat of aerial bombing framed its development. It then examines how well the blackout was adhered to, paying particular regard to the tension between its military value and the difficulties it caused civilians. The book then moves on to discuss how the blackout undermined the perception of security on the home front, especially for women. The final chapter examines the impact of the blackout on industry and transport. Arguing that the blackout formed an integral part in mobilising and legitimating British and German wartime discourses of community, fairness and morality, the book explores its profound impact on both countries.

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  • Title The Blackout in Britain and Germany, 1939-1945
  • Author Marc Wiggam
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Pages 131
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Palgrave Pivot
  • Date 2018-06-19
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated
  • ISBN 9783319754703 / 331975470X
  • Weight 0.73 lbs (0.33 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.27 x 5.83 x 0.38 in (21.01 x 14.81 x 0.97 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 1940's
    • Cultural Region: British
  • Dewey Decimal Code 306.09

About the author

Marc Wiggam researches communication history and the legitimation of state authority. He is co-author of British Press in the Second World War (forthcoming) and is currently working on another book on the British Ministry of Information.
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