
Overview
Introduction

Introduction
In 2020, IWM marked the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Together with partners, we aimed to display rarely-seen art from our collections at locations across the UK, to explore new and diverse stories of the Second World War and reach new audiences.
Originally taking place around the 80th anniversary in September 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic dramatically altered the project. Two partners have been able to show the works in person, and two have created digital experiences. All have created a fantastic and exciting range of digital content, which we are proud to showcase here.
See the works in person at the final exhibition, “We Can Do It. War’s Other Voices” at Touchstones Rochdale until 18th September.
Explore the exhibitions
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© courtesy of the family of the artist. Photo credit: Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Sea, Land, Air and Home: Art of the First World War The Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Bournemouth explores local Second World War stories through the work of the War Artist Advisory Committee. Discover the exhibition on Art UK.
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© Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library
Art of the Second World War: Commemorating 80 years since the Battle of Britain at The Harris, Preston, brings together Preston war stories, a new sculpture by artist Anthony Padgett, and rarely seen art. Discover the exhibition on Art UK.
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© The artist's estate / Bridgeman Images. Photo credit: Bridgeman Images
At The Collection, Lincoln a collaborative digital Exhibition Learning Project explores, interprets, and responds to a selection of artworks that reflect upon the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Discover the exhibition on their website
Join Curator Odile Masiá for a tour of the exhibition.
Download Resources
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PDF Booklet
Sea, Land, Air and Home: Art of the Second World War at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum.
Discover more online
Flying into Action
Preston’s Second World War Stories
Contemporary Connections in Rochdale
