Sheffield Blitz The Definitive Story
Four books that tell the complete story of the two darkest nights in Sheffield's history. The devastating German bombing that left over 2,000 killed and wounded, a tenth of the city homeless and changed the face of Sheffield forever. Understand the shocking experiences that moulded the lives of your parents and grandparents through the memories of people that were there.
Uncover the real stories of what they went through. This collection serves not just as a personal journey into your family's past but as an education into the reason so much of Sheffield looks like it does.
Learn about the incredible resilience of Sheffielders in war - from the Women of Steel to the city's determination to beat Hitler in the face of incredible sacrifice. These A4-sized coffee table books are a visual and tactile delight. Each book is a time machine back to Sheffield's past - a past that is brought back to life with stunning photos, first-hand memories and a superbly researched narrative. This collection is a timeless possession. A return to it is not just a revisiting but a continual rediscovery, ensuring the significance of this period is passed down to future generations.Hundreds of rare and never-seen-before photos. Scores of first-hand accounts from survivors. The definitive story of the Marples Hotel tragedy - the site of the single biggest loss of life. Map of where all bombs were dropped across the city.
Incredible stories of survival and the unbreakable spirit of the Sheffield people. The result of years of research - this is a recognised education resource. Traces the story of the Sheffield bombing right back to the zeppelin attack of World War One. Strictly limited number of collections are being made available.
Every book is personally signed by the author. FREE set of German bombing maps of Sheffield with the targets clearly marked - were you in Hitler's sights? Includes full details of the Sheffield Blitz Heritage Trail - the interactive journey around key WW2 city centre sites.