Horrible Histories: Woeful Second World War

by Terry Deary

Next time someone complains about the world today, remind them how woeful things were in the Second World War!

Discover why blitzed Brits munched on chicken-fruit, sinkers, and nutty, what really went on in Dad’s Army, and how to make a truly rude noise using just a gas mask. Wartime was wild — and we’ve left all the nasty bits in!

Themes

If you see then click to see more information for a theme. Please take care as context may contain descriptions of a sensitive nature and/or spoilers.

  • World War II
  • Death
  • Persecution
  • Holocaust
  • Cruelty
  • Evacuees
  • Humour
  • History