Hi Everybody Here are the notable events for 1946 and 1947:- 1946 Victory in the Far East. (Sir) Winston Churchill becomes the 21st Freeman of the Borough of Blackpool and recieves a tumultuous welcome. First nylon stockings appear in local shops. 1947 Another great Freeze-up. Coldest winter for years. Coal shortages, electricity turned off for 5 hours per day to save fuel. 3.000 Squire's Gate factory workers given notice. Industry rumbles to a halt in North West. !948 and 1949 to follow. Jacqui