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.
Lesson details
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.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that Elizabeth fought actively during the war.
She contributed remotely but played a role that was just as pivotal.
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
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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