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Wartime Farm: Food In the World War
Some nations suffered harshly during the shortages of wartime - others adapted and managed to keep their populace well-fed. Explore our map to hear some of the stories.
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Wartime Farm - Episode 1
After the outbreak of hostilities, our heroes of the Home Front get stuck in to keeping the nation fed.
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Wartime Farm - Episode 8
As the Allies arrive in Berlin, victory is secured in Europe - but that doesn't mean our farmers' lives are going to get any easier.
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Wartime Farm - Episode 6
As shortages bite, our farmers turn to the Church - can the grass in the graveyards keep the animals fed?
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Wartime Farm - Episode 7
Troops gather around the farm as the invasion of Normandy is planned - and there's a role for pigeons, too.
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Wartime Farm - Episode 2
As our wartime farmers continue to get to grips with agriculture under fire, they pitch in for silage and meet the Land Army.
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