A Fight for Freedom
During the Second World War, the countries of the Commonwealth made important military, social and economic contributions to Great Britain’s ability to fight against the Axis powers (Germany, Japan, Italy and their allies). The conflict had a profound impact on Commonwealth nations both during and after the war. This section looks at the contributions made by African and Caribbean people of the Commonwealth during the Second World War.
© IWM (K 5359) East African Electrical and Mechanical Engineering workshop.
© IWM (E 31198) 1st Battalion, Caribbean Regiment preparing to return from Egypt to the West Indies.