The Queen Mother’s Blitz

PBS WESTERN RESERVE (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):

Sunday, July 7, at 7 PM
Monday, July 8, at 1 AM

Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):

Wednesday, July 10, at 10 PM

During the Second World War, England was under the constant threat of attack by air raids, and morale in Britain was low. This film explores Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon’s efforts to bring inspiration and hope to the British people during this difficult time. 

The documentary is a look at the inspirational work of the queen mother, who was known as the queen consort during the Blitz between 1940 and 1941. Her insistence that the royal family remain in London was a reassurance to the public, strengthening the monarchy after the war was won. The queen mother’s personality and determination during this time played an effective role on the home front as part of the overall war effort.