When I went to the Churchill War rooms years ago, on a visit to London, I took photos of the books I was interested in as carrying books back home in a Suitcase can easily make a bag too heavy. I recently read one of those books I came across some years ago and it was an excellent read
Yes kfnknfzk, I did tour the Imperial War museum and Churchill war rooms and found them so interesting! I did that when I went in 2 days early on the London/Paris tour, which was my first extended stay in London.
We were having breakfast out when a teenager in the next booth was complaining to his father about his history class. “I am so sick and tired of having to read about World War Eleven.”
Reminds me of naming the movie 'The Madness of King George' based on the play 'The Madness of George III'. It was thought that the pubic would think it was the third installment, like 'Rocky III'.......................................................
There was an excellent documentary on the 6888 Battalion of 700+ predominantly African American women in the Army who were sent to England, and later to Rouen, France, to process millions of undelivered mail addressed to troops. They worked tirelessly in rat-infested warehouses to get the job done in record time.
They were finally recognized last year but only Fannie (105 years old) was left. There have been multiple books written about the women, but I can’t attest to the historical accuracy of those books.
So glad I found this forum - just booked for June 2027. Will arrive in Bath 1 day prior, then stay 3 nights after in London before joining my kids in France. Have been to London several times, but have always wanted to spend more time in the countryside as well as seeing Bath. Looks like the perfect fit!!
JaneP, we have a collection of reusable Tauck water bottles from river cruises. On this tour did they supply you with one. If not I will bring my own. thanks
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When I went to the Churchill War rooms years ago, on a visit to London, I took photos of the books I was interested in as carrying books back home in a Suitcase can easily make a bag too heavy. I recently read one of those books I came across some years ago and it was an excellent read
Yes kfnknfzk, I did tour the Imperial War museum and Churchill war rooms and found them so interesting! I did that when I went in 2 days early on the London/Paris tour, which was my first extended stay in London.
One of my favorite anecdotes about WWII…..
We were having breakfast out when a teenager in the next booth was complaining to his father about his history class. “I am so sick and tired of having to read about World War Eleven.”
The dumbing down of America.
Reminds me of naming the movie 'The Madness of King George' based on the play 'The Madness of George III'. It was thought that the pubic would think it was the third installment, like 'Rocky III'.......................................................
More on the contribution of women during WWII…..
There was an excellent documentary on the 6888 Battalion of 700+ predominantly African American women in the Army who were sent to England, and later to Rouen, France, to process millions of undelivered mail addressed to troops. They worked tirelessly in rat-infested warehouses to get the job done in record time.
They were finally recognized last year but only Fannie (105 years old) was left. There have been multiple books written about the women, but I can’t attest to the historical accuracy of those books.
I have my Fall reading all ready to go!
Don’t know why that came out sideways. 🙄
You found “D-Day Girls.” Enjoy! I’ll be looking for some of your selections next week when we go to the library. 📚
So glad I found this forum - just booked for June 2027. Will arrive in Bath 1 day prior, then stay 3 nights after in London before joining my kids in France. Have been to London several times, but have always wanted to spend more time in the countryside as well as seeing Bath. Looks like the perfect fit!!
JaneP, we have a collection of reusable Tauck water bottles from river cruises. On this tour did they supply you with one. If not I will bring my own. thanks
Every river cruise we've taken since they started this we've gotten bottle on board. I have 3 different styles now.
We have had so many Tauck water bottles we could get rich in the Scrap metal business.