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Many children's games have stood the test of time & still remain popular today. Jacks, yoyo's, hopscotch, tig, pin the tail on the donkey, hide & seek, tiddlywinks & snap just to name a few.
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∙ 9y agoChildren had to play in the streets in Britain in the 1940's. They played marbles ,hoops, and hopscotch. Skipping rope was also played.
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What happened in the 1940s in Britain?
WW 2
What countries were at war during the 1940s?
The main countries involved in World War 2 (1939 - 1945) (there were a lot more countries involved, but these are the major ones): Germany, Russia, Britain, United States, France, Italy and Poland. The main countries involved in the Cold war (started roughly in the late 1940s): United States, USSR (Russia), Britain
Why were Italian children evacuated to Britain in World War 1?
Italy was being invaded by Austria-Hungary. Children in the north were sent to Britain for safety's sake.
What was it like for children living Victorian Britain?
Children living in Britain during Victorian times, were either rich or poor. If they were poor, they often had to work to help out the family.
Who visits children on Christmas in Great Britain?
Father Christmas. Great Britain is his favourite holiday destination.
What happened in the 1940s in Britain?
WW 2
What did Britain do at Dunkirk in the 1940s?
Evacuate 338,000 troops
Who was the 1940s prime minister in Britain?
Queen Elizibith the Second
What did children call their parents in the 1940s?
MAMMY AND DADDY
What sports did women play in the 1940s?
none
What do you call children born in the 1940s?
Children born in the 1940s are typically referred to as baby boomers, as this period saw a significant increase in birth rates following World War II.
What were orphanages like in 1940s?
terrible! they made children work!
What did kids in the 1940s play or play with?
wooden barf bags made by jim bob
Who was the prime minister of great Britain in the early 1940s in World War 2?
Winston Churchill.
What people in UK did for entertainment in 1940s?
in the 1940s little children played outside with friends and often they went to the cinema if it was open. By Chelsea vallance
How kids play in wartime Britain?
In Britain during wartime, children were often sent away to the countryside. This way, they would be far away from the big city bombings and, therefore, more likely to survive. Plus, in the country, kids could run and play like children usually do.
What are the ratings and certificates for Britain's Greatest Machines with Chris Barrie - 2009 1940s War - Mother of Invention 2-4?
Britain's Greatest Machines with Chris Barrie - 2009 1940s War - Mother of Invention 2-4 is rated/received certificates of: Australia:G
