The War Illustrated Vol Nine
The War Illustrated Vol Nine
Hammerton
No of pgs 800
Content Coverage
This volume captures pivotal events and themes from the end of World War II and its immediate aftermath, including:
• Victory in Europe: Detailed accounts of the final battles in Europe, the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany, and the celebrations marking the end of the war in Europe.
• Post-War Reconstruction: Coverage of the efforts to rebuild war-torn cities, the challenges faced by returning soldiers, and the political landscape reshaping Europe.
• Pacific Theater: Reports on the ongoing conflict in the Pacific, leading up to Japan’s surrender in August 1945.
• Tributes and Reflections: Articles paying homage to leaders like President Franklin D. Roosevelt and reflections on the war’s impact on global society.
• Personal Accounts: Firsthand narratives from soldiers, sailors, and airmen, providing personal perspectives on the war’s conclusion.
Overview
• “The War Illustrated” was a British magazine first published during World War I (1914–1918) and later again during World War II.
• It provided illustrated accounts, photographs, and articles on the progress of the war, covering battles, military equipment, political developments, and life on the home front.
• The publication aimed to keep the British public informed and engaged, often using patriotic and propagandist tones.
Editor
• The editor, Sir John Alexander Hammerton (1871–1949), was a notable British writer and editor known for creating large-scale reference works and war histories.
• Hammerton was responsible for compiling and editing many volumes of The War Illustrated, which are now valued as historical records.
