From pre-war murmurings to postwar memorials, John Fidler's engaging account of Lancaster in World War II draws on first-hand recollections, newspaper articles and museum resources to tell the tale of how the city fared with dignity and resilience in this most difficult of times.
Focusing on the perspectives of top businessmen in Great Britain, this study explores their attitudes towards class, status, and power. It is based on first-hand interviews with influential figures such as chairmen and chief executives from major industrial, banking, and insurance companies. The book provides an in-depth look at the mindset of men who hold significant wealth and authority in British society.
A detailed examination of technical change in battleship design between 1820-1945
An account of how Lancaster's citizens coped with the affects of war