WW2 Triple Pack 331/3% Off

This offer pack contains three of our specialist WW2 publications, each offering a different perspective of Smethwick at War. The pack, which is presently only available online, contains :-

Recollections of Smethwick during the Second World War.

Compiled & edited in 2005 by Sheila Bryant, this A4 size book contains 60 pages of personal recollections of life in the town during WW2,  and is described as :-

“For anyone interested in WW2 in Smethwick. It covers the home front in detail from personal memories, and brings the war to life. Originally priced at £8, it is currently prices at £4 online via our website.

Dig For Victory

This A5 booklet, originally compiled by Bob Baldwin, has 50 pages and is described as :-

“A book produced, in 2005,  by Smethwick Heritage Centre to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the end of the war. A collection of photographs from all aspects of the war at home. Pictures of air raid damage, ARP crews, Home Guard, evacuation and street parties – among other topics! An engrossing and thoughtfully put together book”.

Originally on sale at £4 per copy, it is presently on sale via our website at just £2 per copy.

Into the Darkness

This A5 booklet is just 16 pages but it packs a punch. A first hand account, it is the real life story of Smethwickian Flt Sgt Ron Carr, and is described as  “The dramatic personal story of Ron Carr. While rear-gunner on a raid over Augsburg he was forced to escape from his blazing Lancaster bomber. A thrilling story.”

Currently on sale via our website at £3 per copy.