London Taxis at War

London Taxis at War PDF Author: Alf Townsend
Publisher: History Press
ISBN: 9780752458748
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Alf Townsend is a London cabbie with over forty years' experience. In his new book, he gathers together for the first time the complete history of London's cabs in wartime--not just in the Second World War when cabs were converted for other uses (firefighting, ambulances, armored personnel carriers, etc), but also in the First World War, when the cabbies had to endure hundreds of zeppelin attacks by night. With more than 90 photographs supporting Alf's lively and readable text, this book is sure to reveal a hitherto unknown aspect of the capital in wartime.

Taxi!

Taxi! PDF Author: Malcolm Bobbitt
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 184584470X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 198

Book Description

Black Cab Story

Black Cab Story PDF Author: Alf Townsend
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0752484842
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 42

Book Description
In his new book, well-known London cabbie Alf Townsend tells us the complete story of the black cab, from its origins in the seventeenth century to the brand new taxis which now grace the capital’s streets.The history and development of the black cab is explored here in Alf’s straightforward writing style, alongside ninety colour and black and white images.This is a light-hearted romp through the world of ‘the knowledge’, the vehicles, the streets of London and the cabbies themselves, and is full of juicy snippets and fascinating quotes which will be of great interest to anyone who loves this London icon.

The London Encyclopaedia (3rd Edition)

The London Encyclopaedia (3rd Edition) PDF Author: Christopher Hibbert
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 0230738788
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 1120

Book Description
‘There is no one-volume book in print that carries so much valuable information on London and its history’ Illustrated London News The London Encyclopaedia is the most comprehensive book on London ever published. In its first new edition in over ten years, completely revised and updated, it comprises some 6,000 entries, organised alphabetically, cross-referenced and supported by two large indexes – one for the 10,000 people mentioned in the text and one general – and is illustrated with over 500 drawings, prints and photographs. Everything of relevance to the history, culture, commerce and government of the capital is documented in this phenomenal book. From the very first settlements through to the skyline of today, The London Encyclopaedia comprehends all that is London. ‘Written in very accessible prose with a range of memorable quotations and affectionate jokes...a monumental achievement written with real love’ Financial Times

Parliamentary Papers

Parliamentary Papers PDF Author: Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 648

Book Description

Report

Report PDF Author: Commonwealth Shipping Committee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Shipping
Languages : en
Pages : 648

Book Description

Firefighting the Blitz

Firefighting the Blitz PDF Author: Aylmer Firebrace CBE KPM
Publisher: Frontline Books
ISBN: 1399015028
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 344

Book Description
War was coming. Everyone knew that confrontation with Nazi Germany was inevitable and that London was likely to be a prime target of Hitler’s bombers. So, in January 1939, Aylmer Firebrace, the Chief Officer of London Fire Brigade, was seconded to the Home Office to plan for the capital’s fire defence. Before joining the Fire Brigade, Aylmer Firebrace had been a Royal Navy officer who had fought in the Battle of Jutland during the First World War. It was following the Armistice that, in 1919, he became principal officer in the London Fire Brigade. He was promoted to deputy chief and finally chief officer in June 1938.. That war struck London soon enough, but it was on 7 September 1940, that Firebrace’s preparations were truly tested with the start of the Blitz. For the next fifty-seven days and nights London was subjected to the longest continuous bombing campaign in history. Then, as the Luftwaffe ranged wider and further across Britain’s towns and cities, Firebrace was tasked with toured the nation to see the effects of the bombing, at which point he saw the need for a national response. The result was the creation of the National Fire Service. Formed in August 1941, by the amalgamation of some 1,600 separate brigades, this remarkable organisation had, at its peak, a strength of 370,000 men and women. It was led for its entire existence by Aylmer Firebrace. As the war continued, Firebrace became Chief of the Fire Staff and Inspector-in-Chief of the Fires Services, being the first and, to date, only person to head all the fire-fighting services in Britain. This body had to deal with the expansion of the Blitz as well as the so-called ‘Baedeker’ raids, the ‘tip-and-run’ attacks, Baby Blitz and V1 and V2 offensives of the later years of the war. In his fascinating account, written immediately the war, Firebrace reflects on the functioning of the fire service at its most testing time. This book is an essential addition to the understanding of the Blitz and how London and the rest of the country survived its darkest hour.

The Charabanc

The Charabanc PDF Author: Alf Townsend
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445625687
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 126

Book Description
The illustrated history of this popular vehicle, which took workers on daytrips in the fifties before the advent of annual leave. A nostalgic subject with national interest.

Britain's Jews in the First World War

Britain's Jews in the First World War PDF Author: Paula Kitching
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 144566321X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 306

Book Description
This book tells the story of the Jewish community, of its individuals and its groups, who contributed to the First World War.

A Brief History of London

A Brief History of London PDF Author: Jeremy Black
Publisher: Robinson
ISBN: 1472146727
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 249

Book Description
As the United Kingdom left the European Union, during a period of international and domestic turmoil, London found itself at a turning point. This critical moment presents an opportunity to look back, with a distinctive perspective, a focus on London in its national and, perhaps even more importantly, its international contexts, rather than on the city itself in isolation. It is the interactions of London that Black considers, and he does so in order to address the question as to why London became the foremost international city, how it sustained that position, and what its future holds. The book is as much about economics and culture as it is about politics and society. It deals with migration, communications, empire and cultural energy, rather than the mechanisms of parish vestries. London's earlier period is covered, but the principal focus is on the last half millennium, the period during which London became a major trader with the trans-oceanic world, and the ruler of trans-oceanic colonies, while the English language became an increasingly important cultural medium, one centred on London. The book includes plentiful literary references, quotations from visitors, and boxes covering discrete topics, such as Jack the Ripper.
Proudly powered by WordPress | Theme: Rits Blog by Crimson Themes.