From the American Civil War onwards railways have been an important aspect of war. So important were the railways that in the First World War the state took control of the railways & then repeated this exercise in the Second World War. Wartime on the Railways describes the part played by Britain's railways during the Second World War dealing not simply with operational matters or the impact of enemy action on the railways but also looking at financial arrangements the part played by railway workshops in producing equipment for the military the wartime experience of the railways' ships with the narrative augmented by personal accounts from railwaymen & women as the war years saw much change. The book

Includes:: chapters on the railways during the final years of peace & on each of the ' Big Four' companies London Transport's underground system the impact of wartime restrictions on travel & scheduling the role of the railway workshops & ports & shipping as many railway ships were lost during the battle for France & at Dunkirk.

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With the sixtieth anniversary of the end of the Second World War looming this new edition of the Wartime Scrapbook revives memories of this evocative time in Britain's history. Life on the home front revolved around rationing blackouts & air raid precautions bringing out that British spirit
- humour coupled with making-do & determination. Poster propaganda kept the population digging for victory during the years of the Home Guard Women's Land Army & austerity with dried eggs. Drawn from Robert Opie's unrivalled collection this new edition of The Wartime Scrapbook profusely illustrates a unique period in history
- the song sheets magazine covers comic postcards fashion & food games propaganda posters & a wealth of wartime ephemera whose very survival is remarkable.

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This vibrant series covers over 170 destinations worldwide including our new range of UK specific titles from cosmopolitan urban delights to sun-kissed beach idylls. Bursting with insightful & easily accessible information these guides are full of practical information on how to make the most of a city break or longer holiday. Compact format quickly locates the top must see & do attractions. This title spans a wide range of destinations including those served by budget airlines. It

Includes:: the most comprehensive list of UK city titles currently available. It contains practical listings to suit varied budgets & tastes. It offers imaginative suggestions that reveal each destination's hidden gems. It is organised by recognisable areas making orientation easy.

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A full account of the part played by Warwickshire's airfields during the Second World War. The history of each airfield is described with the squadrons & aircraft based at them & the main operations flown. The effects of the war on the daily lives of civilians & the constant dangers from raids & night bombing are also detailed. Fully illustrated. ...

Walking is one of Britains favourite leisure activities & this great pocket-sized walking guide to Warwickshire & West Midlands features a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities. Contained within the guide are 50 walks of 2-10 miles & all the practical detail you need accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history & wildlife of the area & an introduction to each walk. All walks are annotated with local points of interest & places to stop for refreshments. & every walk is given a summary of distance time gradient level of difficulty type of surface & access landscape dog friendliness parking & public toilets. ...

Wasgij Christmas is the brain boggling concept where you have to put the pieces together & solve the mystery of the puzzle. Each Wasgij puzzle illustrates a hilarious image but the crowd in each puzzle is shocked about something. Your mission is to solve the puzzle & figure out what the crowd are looking at. Only the puzzle holds the answer! Wasgij Christmas 8 is the festive brain teaser that brings the original Wasgij concept into Santa&8217;s grotto. Can you figure out what the crowd are so shocked about?! 1000 piece jigsaw measures 68 x 49cm ...

Climb the steps of the Lincoln Memorial stare into Abe s stony eyes & read his Gettysburg Address chiseled in the wall. Stand where Martin Luther King Jr gave his famous speech & feel the sweep of history. Karla Zimmerman Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about each & every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book Full color guide Free pull-out city map 87 bars lounges & clubs 35 pages of family-friendly attractions 24 free museums 3 miles of lawn on the National Mall 1 big white house Comprehensive map section DC for Families Planning feature Range of planning tools In-depth coverage of top sights ...

Explore the dynamic city of Washington with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized map. Small in size yet big on detail this compact dependable map will ensure you dont miss a thing. *

Includes:: 2 popout maps
- including Greater Washington & the Mall * Additional maps include Dupont Circle & a detailed transit map * Ingenious self-folding map is small enough to fit in your pocket yet offers extensive coverage of the city in an easy-to-use format * Thorough street index is also featured & cross-referenced to the map so you can easily find your destination * Key places of interest are listed offering you advice on the best things to see


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This concise & practical reference tailored for fellows residents & medical students rotating on gastroenterology subspecialty services covers both inpatient & outpatient management of gastroenterology with the same clinical practicality as the widely popular Washington Manual[trademark] of Medical Therapeutics". With gastroenterology continuing to expand as a specialty there is a wealth of new insights on disease pathophysiology diagnostic tools & management options that this manual helps to address. It is the result of a collaborative effort of residents fellows & clinical faculty from the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine & serves as a practical quick reference guide to the diagnosis & treatment of gastrointestinal ailments. New features include. two new chapters included: Liver Transplantation Genetic Testing in GI Disease. Chapter on nutrition has been revised to reflect Malnutrition both over & under nutrition. Consistent formatting of chapters including the format of individual diseases & symptoms revised to follow specific subheadings. It is extensively updated to include chapter rewrites where necessary. Dont miss the other key topics in " Washington Manual[trademark] Subspecialty Consult Series": Allergy Asthma & Immunology Hematology & Oncology Infectious Disease Nephrology & Rheumatology. The " Washington Manual[trademark]" is a registered mark belonging to Washington University in St. Louis to which international legal protection applies. The mark is used in this publication by LWW under license from Washington University." ...

Microbrews killer coffee lush forests a pristine coastline eco-minded locals & music & art galore Pacific Northwesterners have it good & they don t mind sharing. Sandra Bao Lonely Planet Writer. Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about each & every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage & you can rely on us to tell it like we see it. Inside This Book 4 local authors 55 detailed maps 64 parks & reserves 69 pubs microbreweries & wineries Inspirational photos Clear easy-to-use maps In-depth background Outdoors feature Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info ...