In 1939, North Northumberland shared a proud tradition of military service with its wider region and this was reflected in the huge numbers of men and women fro

Tynemouth and Wallsend were key communities in the national war effort despite their relatively small size. Located on the key East Coast they played a signific

Middlesbrough was of vital importance to Britain’s war effort. The town, and its surrounding area, contained a number of vital industries including shipbuildi