Storey, Neil R.
The Blackout Murders: Homicide in Ww2
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399071024
- author:
- Storey, Neil R.
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen and Sword True Crime
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 2.5 x 16.4 x 16.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Blackout Murders by Neil R. Storey is a chilling account of the dark side of Britain's Home Front during World War II. When the blackout was enforced to foil Nazi bombers, a wave of crime swept through the streets, including petty thefts, robberies, and even horrific murders. Some of these crimes remain infamous to this day, while others have been largely forgotten. This book sheds new light on several cases, using recently released archives and records uncovered by the author. The stories within are powerful, poignant, and tragic, offering a unique insight into the challenges faced by those who sought to maintain law and order under extreme circumstances. Through its carefully selected cases, The Blackout Murders reveals the darker narrative of Britain's Home Front during World War II, highlighting the innovative forensic techniques developed to bring murderers to justice. This book is a worthwhile read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of this often-overlooked period in British history.
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