Following a radio appeal for men to join what would become known as Local Defence Volunteers – later the Home Guard – George Mainwaring, the bank manager of the town, resolved to take action and establish his own platoon. He appointed hi…

Facing a critical shortfall in weaponry, Captain Mainwaring turned to the local museum, hoping to determine whether any of the antique firearms on exhibit might be suitable for his platoon's use.

Captain Mainwaring, increasingly concerned by the platoon’s shortage of weaponry, received a surprising visit from Colonel Square, a veteran officer with a distinguished military background. Colonel Square generously offered to donate sever…

Captain Mainwaring was delivering a lesson on identifying potential enemy agents when news arrived: a financial reward was being offered for each Nazi apprehended. Shortly thereafter, Jones and Walker managed to capture two Luftwaffe airmen…

Just as the platoon had at last received their new uniforms, Lance Corporal Jones was informed that he would be required to complete the assault course within fifteen minutes or face dismissal; consequently, Captain Mainwaring and the other…

Word reached the community that the Prime Minister would be visiting, prompting an immediate shooting contest to determine which local platoon would serve as the Guard of Honour. A remarkably skilled marksman from the touring theatre produc…