1945

1945: one of the most important years in modern history. Encompassingnot only the celebration of peace and an end to the Second World War, but also the devastating first use of nuclear weapons and the long shadow castby such destruction. In this landmark publication, Anthony Richards tells the story of this momentousyear through IWM's unique collections, using personal testimony and rarely seen imagery to consider the wide-ranging experiences of that 12-month period.From continued fighting through North-West Europe, South-East Asia and thePacific to the liberation of concentration camps, while encompassing the postwardesire for reconstruction, repatriation and justice, 1945: A Visual Historyguides readers through this year of unprecedented change, which laidthe foundation for the modern world.