Find out what is was like to be evacuated in World War 2. With the free to use links you can see what you were allowed to take with you, plus many more interesting facts.

Curator Collection Interactive

Roll your mouse over the items on the shelf, try and remember which period of time they belong to. Contains items from, World War 2, Eygptian, Roman and Victorian times.

Evacuation Interactive

What would you take with you if you were evacuated and why? Find out more about the items you were allowed to take with you when you were Evacuated.

Evacuation To Shropshire Text

Discover what it was like to be evacuated in World War 2. Use historical documents from The National Archive to investigate evacuation to Oswestry in Shropshire.

Gordon Ford's Story Text

What was it like to be an airman in World War Two? Text, images and video. Listen to Gordon Ford as he describes life as an airman.

Heroes Of The Home Front Lesson Plan

The resources available here encourage children to connect with 'living history' through first-hand stories about life on the Home Front during the war. Teacher pack from the BBC.

Home Front Text

Text and images covering; Preparations for war, evacuation, bombing of Britain, Empire home front, everyday life, women at war and spies

World At War Interactive

A BBC resource with text, video, photos, sounds, and writings. Covers all aspects of World War 2.

World War 2 Interactive

Click on parts of the timeline to find out about events from World War 2.