Tales of the Cobb Street Commandos

Tales of the Cobb Street Commandos, Volume 1, introduces readers to the high-stakes world of wartime London. Set in 1941 during the Second World War, this historical fiction adventure follows Jimmy and his group of friends as they navigate a city transformed by conflict. To help protect the East End, the children form a secret organization known as the Cobb Street Commandos. They transform abandoned warehouses into training grounds and use cardboard to craft makeshift helmets, demonstrating remarkable creativity and resilience in the face of global upheaval.

This action and adventure story serves as an engaging entry point into World War II history for young readers. The Cobb Street Commandos series blends survival stories with historical facts, following the group as they raise funds for Spitfire planes and undertake daring missions. From training alongside soldiers to meeting Winston Churchill, the characters face numerous challenges throughout this first volume. Tales of the Cobb Street Commandos provides a pacy, educational look at life in London under siege.