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VictoriaW · 24-10-2011, 11:56

Hi there,

I'm conducting some research into the Accrington Pals (its all absolutely fascinating!) - but what I'd love to know more about though is how life was on the homefront during the First World War - about the experiences and changes happening for the families and friends of the Pals.

I read somewhere that over 3000 women started working in Accrington making shells and hand grenades - is this true??

Any info or advice on good books/sources about what life would have been like for those left behind during 1914-1918 (and how life would have changed for them after the disaster of the first day of the Somme) would be much appreciated.

Thank you!

Victoria

24-10-2011, 11:56	#1
VictoriaW Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 1 Liked: 0 times Rep Power: 0	Pal's Gals Hi there, I'm conducting some research into the Accrington Pals (its all absolutely fascinating!) - but what I'd love to know more about though is how life was on the homefront during the First World War - about the experiences and changes happening for the families and friends of the Pals. I read somewhere that over 3000 women started working in Accrington making shells and hand grenades - is this true?? Any info or advice on good books/sources about what life would have been like for those left behind during 1914-1918 (and how life would have changed for them after the disaster of the first day of the Somme) would be much appreciated. Thank you! Victoria