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How many Anderson sheltors were there in 1939?
In 1939, there were 1,506 Anderson shelters constructed in the United Kingdom. These air raid shelters were designed for use during World War II to protect civilians from bombings. The shelters were named after Sir John Anderson, who was the Minister of Home Security at the time. Each shelter could accommodate several people and was made from corrugated steel and earth.
Who made Anderson shelters?
The Anderson Shelter was designed by William Paterson and Oscar Carl Kerrison in 1938. It was named after Sir John Anderson, who was responsible for air raid precautions during World War II, and it was Anderson who initiated the development of the shelter.
How did they get the name for Anderson shelter?
The Anderson Shelter was named after John Anderson (Viscount Waverley) who was Minister for Home Security during 1939/40.
Who invented the Morrison Shelters?
Morrison shelters, officially termed Table (Morrison) Indoor Shelters, were designed by John Baker and named after Herbert Morrison, the English Minister of Home Security at the time.
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Why did you have Morrison shelters in world war 2?
Anderson shelters were deemed unsafe for indoor use and some people didn't want to have to use public air raid shelters therefore Lord John Fleetwood Baker created the Morrison shelter (named after an MP, Herbert Morrison) for indoor use in normal houses.
Who built Anderson shelters?
Joe Public built them in their own gardens (UK). They were formed from corrugated metal as a roof, and usually covered with earth. They were designed by William Patterson, engineer, and named after the man in charge of Air Raid Precautions, Sir John Anderson
