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An audio account of the breakdown in public order attributed to unsupervised young people frequenting ice cream parlours in Carlisle, and the response which included opening youth clubs. It is noted that employment of women in nearby munitions…

An audio account of the purchase and running of the Gretna Tavern on Lowther Street, Carlisle, which was the first establishment to be opened under the Central Control Board reforms.

An audio account of the Maryport Potato Riots of 1917, which contributed to the introduction of rationing in 1918.

Drawing of munitions production at the British Westlinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company's premises, with a short discussion.

Drawing of munitions production in Manchester and nearby locations, with a short discussion

Three photographs and accompanying text, which includes a reference to dock strikes in Liverpool

A drawing of Drummer Spencer John Bent, known as 'Joe', of the East Lancashire Regiment, with accompanying text, showing one of the courageous acts which led to the award of the Victoria Cross. The text includes a direct quotation from Drummer Bent,…