CC41 THE HOME FRONT - The CC41 Shop

THE HOME FRONT
The CC41 Shop

"During the war years, shopping became a task which required the collection of all our money, ration books, paperwork and gasmasks, and our entire set of remaining wits. It was a task never completed in any set period of time and was more like a treasure hunt than an orderly activity"

Quote by housewife in 1945

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Our shop features items for sale - original 'one off pieces' from the past or vintage recordings, books and resource material - we hope you will find something to interest you. Please contact us through our guestbook for more details, photographs or background to any of the items we have for sale.
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	The Women's Voluntary Services (WVS) 1939-45 Within The Island Fortress - The uniforms, Insignia & Ephemera of the Home Front in Britain 1939-1945, The Women's Voluntary Service (WVS) by Jon Mills. This is the definative reference work for the 'ladies in green' featuring superb photographs of original uniforms, badges and ephemera worn during WW2. An essential guide for re-enactors and collectors, this excellent book is the first in a series on Home Front organisations. Lady Reading formed the WVS in 1938 and the service saw front line action throughout WW2. As with Jon's other reference works on the ARP and The Home Guard, meticulous attention to detail and focus on important facts give the historian and collector a real checklist with background to support the findings. Illustrated throughout with black and white as well as colour photographs.	£10.95

	We have for sale a few copies of the superb book published in the '70s called - "CC41 Utility Furniture and Fashion 1941-51"	£9.95

	Reproduction civilian respirator (gas mask) boxes - made from the original 1936 grade specification of board, these boxes are not to be confused with the flimsy light card ones on sale at museum shops. These were produced in volume for a project some years ago and are excellent copies. The construction and look of the boxes is first class and they have appeared as film props and set dressing. The boxes come flat packed with typical period cotton string and are easily folded for storage. Essential kit for all WW2 re-enactors - don't forget, for living history events your gas mask box should look new . . . not seventy years old! Numbers of these reproductions are VERY limited, so orders are restricted to one per customer.	£21.95

	The evacuee civilian respirator (gas mask) box set for KS2 children who may be playing the part of an evacuee at school or re-enactment. Our version of the respirator box is made to the same size and construction of the original, but uses a robust cardboard for self assembly. This version should not be confused with the flimsy light card ones on sale at some museum shops. The respirator box would make an excellent addition to the evacuee's costume and will complete the period outfit. This version of the respirator box comes with a stamped evacuee label which copies the original "SCHOOL EVACUATION PARTY". The label stamping and marking are ready for the child's name to be added and then tied to their clothing. A perfect set for the KS2 child studying the Home Front in WW2. Could also be used as a cheaper alternative for someone wishing to carry a passable copy of the adult civilian respirator box who does not demand the original construction of our premium copy.	£9.95

This is only an example Click for large view	Full colour printed facsimile trench maps of the Great War 1914-18 We have over two dozen superb quality facsimile trench maps - ideal for researchers, historians and re-enactors. These are full colour productions (not photocopies) of real WW1 trench maps covering areas such as Ypres, The Somme and Passchendale. For many years First World War trench maps have been collectors items and therefore command high prices. A number of black and white photocopies have been available but lack clarity and definition. Theses maps include original annotations and comments and are an essential item for any battlefield tours. The maps are large format and delivered folded but may be framed for display. Please request full details of the maps currently available.	£5.95 each map

	Facsimile of a tourist guide to The Western Battlefields - first published in 1920 (with reprints into the 1930s) This a a lovely period piece! Perfect for the re-enactor, historian or enthusiast, this guidebook was published in 1920 to cater for the tourist market traveling to Europe in the 1920s and 30s. At the time, this was a guide to the events of The Great War and contained a short history of 'the British Line'. Originally sold for 2/6d by Gale and Polden in London (available from all good booksellers!), the book has 62 pages of instructions and photographs for the visitor to Ypres, Lens, Loos, the Somme and many more places of interest. Recommendations of what to wear ("an old golfing suit is ideal"), what to avoid ("I know a lady who stooped to pick up a souvenir from the battlefields - only to be shocked to find it was a boot containing human bones") and how to make your travel plans. This is a fascinating guide with charming period advertisements and many photographs.	£8.95

	Stephen Cullen is an author and historian with a special interest in the Home Guard and the Spanish Civil War. He has kindly donated all proceeds from the sale of his new work to the Home Guard Association. We are pleased to offer copies of his booklet - 'Home Guard Socialism - a vision of a people's army' - at the special price of £2.95 (incl. p&p to UK mainland). The Home Guard Association wish to extend their thanks and appreciation to Stephen with his kind and generous offer.	£2.95

	All prices include UK postage and packing