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Great Britain. Parliament. House Of Commons : PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES VOLUME 364, NO. 107 (THURSDAY 22ND AUG., 1940) HOUSE OF COMMONS OFFICIAL REPORT

London, His Majesty’s Stationery Office, 1940

First edition. Original green paper wrappers with insignia of a lion and a unicorn holding a shield. 8vo. Pages 1430-1586; 25 cm. The official report of the proceedings of the parliamentary debates on August 22nd, 1940, in the midst of WWII. Contains various sections including “Questions to Ministers: Civil Defence: Air-Raid Warnings [Col. 1447], ” “Physical Training and Recreation, Young Persons (Appointment of Directorate) : Mr. Ramsbotham’s Statement, ” and “Royal Assent to Bills Passed. ” Records discussions on a variety of topics related to life during the war, from everything to health insurance and army preparation to education and food. “Would not the right hon. Gentleman advise his friends in the Government, because of their great value to the nation, of the necessity for taking and keeping cover? Last week I saw two Members of the Government walking about and exposing themselves to danger. ” Includes advertisements for National War Bonds and Defense Bonds on the inside of the cover pages. Other titles: Internees (Adjournment (Summer) ) , House of Commons official report; Internees. SUBJECT(S) : WWII, Great Britain, 20th century History. OCLC lists 1 holding worldwide (Univ Col of London) . Edgewear. Some pen markings and minimal dampstaining. Slight toning. Very good condition. (Holo2-134-9)

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