Brown, Mike
Wartime Broadcasting
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784422646
- author:
- Brown, Mike
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Shire Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 20.57 x 14.73 x 0.76 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
BBC Radio during World War II was a unique and fascinating phenomenon. On 3 September 1939, Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain used radio to declare Britain's entry into war with Germany. For the duration of the conflict, the BBC was the sole radio broadcaster in Britain, playing a crucial role in boosting morale through popular programmes like 'ITMA' and 'Worker's Playtime', as well as providing news and government messages. The BBC walked a fine line between what the public wanted to hear and what it felt they should hear, avoiding propaganda in the process. This balance was maintained by personalities such as Tommy Handley and Arthur Askey, whose catchphrases became household names during this period. Their performances helped to bring comfort and entertainment to the British people during a time of great uncertainty. This book explores the history of BBC radio broadcasting during World War II, shedding light on the challenges faced by those involved in maintaining morale and providing essential information to the public.
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