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Describe the effects of the Blitz on everyday life in Britain The Blitz was a devastating and horrifying event in history, which began in September 1940 and lasted until November. During the Blitz, everyday life in Britain was radically influenced due to the many restrictions and disruption that were imposed upon it. Blackouts were a major part of these disruptions, as when lights were out, streetlights off, and car headlights off, nothing could be seen. This caused many accidents and deaths for motorists and pedestrians, and by the end of 1939 more that 1500 people had died due accidents during the blackouts. After government, officials had seen these figures they decided to let motorists have dimmed lights on the front of their vehicles, and civilians could use dimmed torches to find their way during blackouts. In addition, kerbs, roadsides and causeways were painted black and white, so they could be seen more...

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