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History · 2023 · English

Anti-Communism in Britain During the Early Cold War: A Very British Witch Hunt

by Matthew Gerth

About this book

Matthew Gerth examines anti-communism in Britain during the early Cold War. His historical account investigates the institutions, networks and practices involved in identifying and responding to people regarded as communist threats.

The book follows the interaction of government policy, political organizations and public discussion within a changing post-war setting. It considers how concerns about security affected individuals and wider public life. First published in 2023, the volume includes bibliographical references supporting its historical analysis.