Publicado por Pen & Sword Military, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Stockport in the Great War (Your Towns & Cities in the Great War) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, South Yorkshire, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Interest in the theft of cucumbers initially took precedence over news that war had been declared, but Stockport rallied quickly. Wakes week was cancelled, the local 6th Battalion of the Cheshires went to the Front and the town transformed half of its schools into much-needed military hospitals. Admirably, the remaining schools coped with double the number of children but education suffered little. At the time, Stockport was two towns; the millscapes around the Mersey and the Goyt and the wealthier genteel suburbs bordering the Cheshire countryside. Economy and efficiency in the use of food and fuel was preached in the local paper alongside advertisements for silks, satins, velvets, furs and evening gowns. The cotton and hatting trades, transport and agriculture, suffered badly from loss of resources and manpower but resisted the use of female labour with great hostility. Food, fuel and lighting restrictions caused problems and there were accusations of profiteering and hoarding. Always in competition with Manchester, Stockport folk did things their way. Following Zeppelin attacks on the east coast, street lights were ordered to be partially shaded. Manchester shaded its lights from the top, while Stockport shaded its lights from the bottom, causing confusion in the darkened streets below and prompting one wit to write that while Manchester was expecting attacks from Zeppelins, Stockport was clearly expecting attacks from submarines. However, despite much political and material disaffection, the townsfolk united firmly against the kaiser. This book is is a timely reminder of how the local community worked together to provide munitions for the war, food parcels and comforts for the troops while 'keeping the home fires burning.' AUTHOR: Glynis Cooper's family has its roots in the industrial millscapes of Manchester. Her parents were both writers, who inspired her enthusiasm for the written word. Glynis, who loves islands and the open countryside, trained in the dual disciplines of librarianship and archaeology. She enjoys reading, researching and writing local histories and she has published nearly twenty titles. Her hobbies are travelling, chess and playing scrabble in unusual places. 16 illustrations Source material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the 'Home Front'. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Publicado por Pen and Sword Books Ltd, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Estados Unidos de America
PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Military 01/06/2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Bahamut Media, Reading, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee.
Publicado por Pen and Sword, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: booksXpress, Bayonne, NJ, Estados Unidos de America
Soft Cover. Condición: new.
Publicado por Pen and Sword, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Fine.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Military, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
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Publicado por Pen and Sword Books Ltd, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Reino Unido
PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, Reino Unido
Paperback / softback. Condición: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. Source material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the 'Home Front'.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd Jun 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Alemania
Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Source material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the 'Home Front'.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Military, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 128 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.30 inches. In Stock.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Irlanda
Condición: New. . 2016. Paperback. . . . .
Publicado por Pen and Sword History, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, Reino Unido
Condición: New. In.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, Estados Unidos de America
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Publicado por Pen and Sword History, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Brook Bookstore, Milano, MI, Italia
Condición: new.
Publicado por Pen and Sword History, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Biblios, Frankfurt am main, HESSE, Alemania
Condición: New.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Military, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 128 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.30 inches. In Stock.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, South Yorkshire, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Interest in the theft of cucumbers initially took precedence over news that war had been declared, but Stockport rallied quickly. Wakes week was cancelled, the local 6th Battalion of the Cheshires went to the Front and the town transformed half of its schools into much-needed military hospitals. Admirably, the remaining schools coped with double the number of children but education suffered little. At the time, Stockport was two towns; the millscapes around the Mersey and the Goyt and the wealthier genteel suburbs bordering the Cheshire countryside. Economy and efficiency in the use of food and fuel was preached in the local paper alongside advertisements for silks, satins, velvets, furs and evening gowns. The cotton and hatting trades, transport and agriculture, suffered badly from loss of resources and manpower but resisted the use of female labour with great hostility. Food, fuel and lighting restrictions caused problems and there were accusations of profiteering and hoarding. Always in competition with Manchester, Stockport folk did things their way. Following Zeppelin attacks on the east coast, street lights were ordered to be partially shaded. Manchester shaded its lights from the top, while Stockport shaded its lights from the bottom, causing confusion in the darkened streets below and prompting one wit to write that while Manchester was expecting attacks from Zeppelins, Stockport was clearly expecting attacks from submarines. However, despite much political and material disaffection, the townsfolk united firmly against the kaiser. This book is is a timely reminder of how the local community worked together to provide munitions for the war, food parcels and comforts for the troops while 'keeping the home fires burning.' AUTHOR: Glynis Cooper's family has its roots in the industrial millscapes of Manchester. Her parents were both writers, who inspired her enthusiasm for the written word. Glynis, who loves islands and the open countryside, trained in the dual disciplines of librarianship and archaeology. She enjoys reading, researching and writing local histories and she has published nearly twenty titles. Her hobbies are travelling, chess and playing scrabble in unusual places. 16 illustrations Source material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the 'Home Front'. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, South Yorkshire, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: CitiRetail, Stevenage, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Interest in the theft of cucumbers initially took precedence over news that war had been declared, but Stockport rallied quickly. Wakes week was cancelled, the local 6th Battalion of the Cheshires went to the Front and the town transformed half of its schools into much-needed military hospitals. Admirably, the remaining schools coped with double the number of children but education suffered little. At the time, Stockport was two towns; the millscapes around the Mersey and the Goyt and the wealthier genteel suburbs bordering the Cheshire countryside. Economy and efficiency in the use of food and fuel was preached in the local paper alongside advertisements for silks, satins, velvets, furs and evening gowns. The cotton and hatting trades, transport and agriculture, suffered badly from loss of resources and manpower but resisted the use of female labour with great hostility. Food, fuel and lighting restrictions caused problems and there were accusations of profiteering and hoarding. Always in competition with Manchester, Stockport folk did things their way. Following Zeppelin attacks on the east coast, street lights were ordered to be partially shaded. Manchester shaded its lights from the top, while Stockport shaded its lights from the bottom, causing confusion in the darkened streets below and prompting one wit to write that while Manchester was expecting attacks from Zeppelins, Stockport was clearly expecting attacks from submarines. However, despite much political and material disaffection, the townsfolk united firmly against the kaiser. This book is is a timely reminder of how the local community worked together to provide munitions for the war, food parcels and comforts for the troops while 'keeping the home fires burning.' AUTHOR: Glynis Cooper's family has its roots in the industrial millscapes of Manchester. Her parents were both writers, who inspired her enthusiasm for the written word. Glynis, who loves islands and the open countryside, trained in the dual disciplines of librarianship and archaeology. She enjoys reading, researching and writing local histories and she has published nearly twenty titles. Her hobbies are travelling, chess and playing scrabble in unusual places. 16 illustrations Source material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the 'Home Front'. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Publicado por Pen and Sword History, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: Speedyhen, London, Reino Unido
Condición: NEW.
Publicado por Pen & Sword Books Ltd, 2016
ISBN 10: 1473833787 ISBN 13: 9781473833784
Librería: moluna, Greven, Alemania
Condición: New. Source material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the Home Front .KlappentextrnrnSource material giving detailed insight into issues and problems faced on the Home Front .