Glasgow at War, 1939-45

An in-depth look at how Scotland's largest city and its residents were affected by the Second World War, with photos included.

Scotland was of grave strategic importance during World War II because of its geographical position, and Glasgow was the location of a significant number of important military and civil organizations as well as housing industry vital to the national war effort. As a result, Glasgow attracted enemy attention on many occasions—with the city and its hinterland being ...