A selection of real life, personal accounts from men and women who were "Air-Raid Precautions" volunteers during World War II, this title consists of six contributors. Together with information on why "Air-Raid Precautions" were set up, it provides details on the work the volunteers were required to do - from distributing gas masks and firewatching to rescuing survivors from the devastation of the Blitz.

Author Biography

Stewart Ross is a popular, prize-winning children's author. He has written over one hundred books for children, including many on 20th century history. His works have been translated into more than a dozen languages. Stewart taught history, English and politics for ten years to children of all ages.