Reminiscence Materials:

CIVIL DEFENCE and the HOME GUARD

We have put the following images together to trigger your

memories of life on the Home Front during World War II.

The pictures can be used, together with our VE75 films,

war stories and online display, to start conversations

with friends, family and carers.

We have also included some questions to start your discussions.

Happy reminiscing!

Civil Defence and the Home Guard: Sample questions

Were any of your relatives in the Civil Defence or Home Guard?

What sort of duties did Air Raid wardens carry out?

How did the Civil Defence fight fires during air raids?

What sort of people served in the ARP? How old were they?

What sort of uniform was worn by members of the Civil Defence?

How did you, or your family help to protect your home during the war?

What memories do you have of the local Home Guard?

What sort of duties were carried out by the Home Guard?

Can you remember any Warden posts or Home Guard stations?

How did volunteers help the fire brigade during the war?

How did your family protect your home from incendiary bombs?

How did your family observe the wartime blackout?