WW2 Daily Express Newspaper No.12576 – 12 September 1940 – Blitz / Battle of Britain Period

An original issue of the Daily Express, No. 12576, dated 12 September 1940, representing a genuine piece of wartime history from the height of the air war over Britain.

This edition was published during the early days of the sustained bombing campaign known as the The Blitz, closely associated with the wider Battle of Britain.

Item Details:
Publication: Daily Express
Issue Number: 12576
Date: 12 September 1940
Origin: United Kingdom
Format: Original period newspaper
Content: Wartime news, air raid reporting, home front coverage, and period advertising
Condition: Good original condition for age, with expected folds, light wear, and signs of handling consistent with wartime newspapers
Historical Context:

By September 1940, Britain was enduring sustained German air raids, particularly over London and major cities. Newspapers such as the Daily Express were central to:

Reporting daily developments of the air war
Maintaining public morale
Communicating official information during air raids

Issues from this period vividly capture the tension and resilience of Britain during one of its most critical wartime phases.

Collectability:
Dated during the Blitz / Battle of Britain
Clearly numbered issue (No. 12576)
Strong appeal to WW2 collectors and historians
Increasingly scarce in complete condition
📖 Content Highlights:

Depending on the edition, may include:

Reports on air raids and defence
Government announcements and updates
Civilian life during bombing
Wartime advertising and notices