Dr Michelle Walker (/Moffat) π³πΏπ΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ
@MMoffski
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* Historian of Second World War Scotland/UK * Research Associate @ Manchester Met Uni * Author of 'Scottish Society in the Second World War' * FRHistS
Manchester, England
Joined May 2013
π₯³ Have you been waiting for my book to come out in paperback? Later this month your wish will be granted! Pre-order via EUP website and use the code PAPER30 for a 30% discount π₯³ Signed copies can be purchased from me for Β£24 (UK only) comment/DM if interested or international.
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To get many types of visa you already have to prove your English level, have a job in an important area, and contribute thousands of £££ towards the NHS. Announcing reforms to something that already exists is a waste of money and an attempt to appease the Farage voters π π
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Ragin'! It doesn't matter that many English people don't have A-level English, volunteer in the community, or even A JOB, yet Labour are coming after *all* immigrants in their pandering to the current angry mob.. https://t.co/KGWDvuDf0X
theguardian.com
Itβs easier for politicians to blame others than to face the truth: Britain has been stripped of the spaces and opportunities that allow for true social integration, says Guardian columnist Nesrine...
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Ken Nisbet will be running a short on-line course "Researching Your Relatives Service in the Great War". Starting on 3rd Nov 2025 (7pm). As well as our chairman, Ken is an expert genealogist - & chair of the Scottish Association of Family History Societies. DM for more details.
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Your Saturday need some spicing up? Via the link below you can read my latest article (open access) on surveillance of the Scottish public during the Second World War. Enjoy! https://t.co/HStNRngzPH
tandfonline.com
In the early years of the Second World War, rising workplace discontent, perceived communist influence, and war weariness sparked a suite of investigations into civilian mood and behaviour in the v...
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@LiamMcIlvanney - turns out the man running the event went to university with you! It's a small old world π
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Wonderful opportunity to share my research near the beautiful Loch Lomond this evening. Thanks for coming along, @james_2904
So this evening I went along to hear @MMoffski discuss a topic from her book, leisure and pleasure in wartime Scotland. Very good, as is her book.
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So this evening I went along to hear @MMoffski discuss a topic from her book, leisure and pleasure in wartime Scotland. Very good, as is her book.
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Rest in peace, Patricia Routledge ππ» In memory of her, I encourage everyone to read these words of hers from February last year. Whether young or old, you're bound to get something out of it. ***** "Iβll be turning 95 this coming Monday. In my younger years, I was often
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Watch as #NigelLatta takes on #Galileo and tests the Law of #Gravity by jumping out of a perfectly good plane with an orange, to see which will hit the ground first. π« π Learn more in Nigel Latta #BlowsStuffUp, on #CuriosityStream! πΊ https://t.co/TYnW50Gwfz
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Actually really sad to hear that Nigel Latta has passed away. His work on parenting, and his TV shows on difficult topics were really thought-provoking and challenged me to think differently. Stupid cancer. https://t.co/mz0Bgfl0HR
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"Nigel passed away with the same dignity and positivity that he carried through life."
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You'd think they could come up with something more imaginative!!
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Bear 901 is the chonky queen of my heart for 2025, even if she won't win #FatBearWeek
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Scottish friends! Come hear me speak about WWII Scotland - Wednesday 8 October, Alexandria Library
west-dunbarton.gov.uk
Leading historian Michelle Moffat explores leisure and pleasure in wartime Scotland, uncovering the ways people found to enjoy life and express themselves during this time of hardship.
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What happened to Algerian veterans of the Great War, wounded fighting for the French Empire? In this blog post, network member DΓ³nal Hassett explores their experiences of healthcare and demobilisation π
returningsoldier.co.uk
This post explores experiences of veterancy for those who had served in Franceβs colonial Forces.
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Itβs Fat Bear Week, Islanders! π» First up in the villa: 901 vs. 503. Two absolute units, but only one can move on. Whoβs stealing your heart (and your salmon)? Cast your vote now at https://t.co/Jl79YcAj6z and let the games begin!
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Final vibes babes, itβs the ultimate Fat Bear Junior face-off. 128βs yearling Biggie goes paw to paw with 26βs spring cub princess. Only one cub is moving on to the big bear bracket next week, so who gets your vote?
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Taliban ban books written by women from Afghan universities
bbc.com
The decree also outlaws the teaching of 18 subjects, including human rights and sexual harassment.
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Trump's continued censorship of the media is bonkers. Kemmel, an Aussie reporter who asked probing questions, and Led by Donkeys getting arrested for projecting images on Windsor Castle... #JimmyKimmelLive
https://t.co/65PwO2Uj6k
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I'm proud to be a Led By Donkeys supporter π https://t.co/PxtU7Nsjt9
theguardian.com
Exclusive: Campaign group says it was behind stunt that showed images of Trump and Epstein on castle tower
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