Name/Title
Instructions for American Servicemen in Britain, 1942Entry/Object ID
978-1851240852Description
In 1942, the United States War Department distributed a handbook to American servicemen that advised them on the peculiarities of the "British, their country, and their ways." Over sixty years later, this newly published reproduction from the rich archives of the Bodleian Library offers a fascinating glimpse into American military preparations for World War II.
The guide was intended to alleviate the culture shock for soldiers taking their first trip to Great Britain, or, for that matter, abroad. The handbook is punctuated with endearingly nostalgic advice and refreshingly candid quips such as: "The British don't know how to make a good cup of coffee. You don't know how to make a good cup of tea. It's an even swap." By turns hilarious and poignant, many observations featured in the handbook remain relevant even today.Cataloged By
Chris CausleyPublication Details
Publication Type
BookletPublisher
War DepartmentDate Published
1942Time Period
World War TwoPrinter
Bodleian Library, University of OxfordPublication Language
EnglishISBN
978-1851240852Location
Location
Box
Archive Box B-56Room
Archive roomCategory
Archive