The Phoney War of 2022 Will End Soon - Out Of The Frying Pan Into The Fire

Germany invaded Poland on 1st September 1939, officially starting WW2 in Europe. However, between then and 10th May 1940, when Germany invaded France, the intervening eight months became known in Britain as the 'phoney war', which was a time when everyday life barely changed as there was very little fighting. However, although this period was relatively peaceful, the Government and people of Britain knew it would end with fighting and they did all they could to build up their forces and strength in preparation for what they all knew would be a very great trial of military strength...