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Why did the British government decide to evacuate children from Britain’s major cities in the early years of the Second World War?
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Habib Saeed History GCSE Coursework Mr. King Task 1 - Evacuation of Children in Britain Question 1 - Why did the British government decide to evacuate children from Britain's major cities in the early years of the Second World War? Prior to and during the Second World War (1939-1941), in Britain, were two evacuations at two different periods in time - both for the same reasons (supposed German invasion), but in different situations. The first period of evacuation took place right from the moment Britain declared war on Germany - meaning the British government had obviously anticipated the forthcoming war and plans had been drawn well before any official declaration of war. However, with no actual warfare between the two countries, by Christmas 1939, parents began recalling their evacuated children to be at home with their families for the festive season. This period became known as the 'Phoney War' - war was...
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