Elizabeth and Britain during WW2
I can describe Elizabeth's experiences during the Second World War.
Elizabeth and Britain during WW2
I can describe Elizabeth's experiences during the Second World War.
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Key learning points
- In 1939, England began fighting in the Second World War and much of the country was in danger of attack.
- Elizabeth and her family were moved out of London to keep them safe; many children were evacuated like this.
- Like the rest of the United Kingdom, Elizabeth and her family experienced air raid drills and rationing.
- Elizabeth joined a special part of the army, that was created for women, by driving and repairing vehicles.
- Elizabeth made her first radio broadcast during the war, speaking to other evacuated children.
Keywords
War - war is when groups of people fight one another
United Kingdom - the collection of four countries England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Rationing - when everyone is given a fixed amount of items to make sure there is enough for everyone
Army - a group of soldiers who fight with weapons, usually for a country
Radio - a radio is a device that gives information that is listened to
Common misconception
Pupils may think that Elizabeth fought actively during the war.
She contributed remotely but played a role that was just as pivotal.
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