1943: What A Year To Be Born!: A Birthday Gift to Treasure (What A Year To Be Born Series)

THE PERFECT BIRTHDAY PRESENT TO CELEBRATE AN 81st BIRTHDAY This beautifully illustrated book explores the fascinating people, extraordinary events and amazing stories that made the headlines in this special year. **Please note that this is the UK edition, however there is still plenty of content for US, Canadian and international readers to enjoy** Fascinating stories include: Which inventor was inspired by bouncing marbles across a water tub? How did a brown bear become a corporal in the Polish Army? Which two childhood friends went onto become global rock stars? Who created one of the world’s favourite toys by accident? Which US president was awarded the Purple Heart for bravery? Colour-coded chapters include: In The News Famous Birthdays Everyday Life Entertainment Arts and Literature Science, Technology and Innovation Stories of Heroes, Triumphs and Disasters Sport Packed with well-known facts and extraordinary stories, this carefully researched guide will appeal to anyone interested to find out more about the year they were born. 1943 was a remarkable year. In fact…What A Year To Be Born! – ASIN: 1739735412 | ISBN13: 9781739735418 | ISBN-13: 978-1739735418