Britain (1905-1951)

Site		Description
Coming soon - new exhibition on Britain 1905-51 from the Public Record Office.  This page will be updated with information as soon as it is released.
Many other sections of this site should prove useful: Changing role and status of women Sites that provide information about the campaign for women's suffrage and reform. The First World War Detailed section with many links providing information about all aspects of the war. Britain and Ireland after 1916 Recommended websites concerning the Easter Rising and Irish Independence. Post WWI peace treaties Links to sites that provide information about the peace treaties after WWI International Relations 1919-39 Websites and information relevant to the inter-war period. The Second World War Detailed information with links covering all aspects of World War II
Britain between the wars		A very brief summary of Britain between the wars. Useful as a starting place to begin further research.
The General Strike		Information and primary sources on the General Strike of 1926 from the Spartacus website.  A good summary of events.
What caused the Great Depression of the 1930s?		A US, but nevertheless extremely worthwhile explanation and summary of events leading to the Great Depression.
The Great Depression		Part of the splendid BBC site that provides answers to questions such as 'How did the Great Depression affect Britain'?  Clear explanation.
Causes of World War II		A useful summary (despite the pop-up advert) of the causes of WWII.  As with many sites listed, this is a initial overview!
Labour and the Welfare State		Part of BBC timeline that provides a brief introduction in the Welfare State from 1945.

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Page updated 24 January 2003