Historical Context for Tommy:
Article on why a British soldier was commonly referred to as a “Tommy.”
Britain and World War II:
BBC Archive of World War II Memories
World War II Air Raid Memories and Photos
Food Rationing Exhibit and Slideshow
The Isle of Dogs:
Official information on the Isle of Dogs
Interesting article on the Isle of Dogs (first section)
Descriptions of neighborhoods in East End London
“Teddy Boys”:
British “Teddy Boys” (street gangs meet rock-and-roll)
First-hand description of a Teddy Boy
