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235. The British Criminal Underworld in The Second World War.

Battleground

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Crime and Chaos: The Underworld in WWII

This chapter explores the rise of crime in Britain's underworld during World War II, driven by wartime conditions that saw a 60% increase in illegal activities. It reveals the stark reality of looting amidst the Blitz, highlighting the moral decline and opportunism that plagued society, even among emergency responders and civilians.

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