FOR a small country, Scotland has always been recognised for having played a major role in World War II. And just as Scottish soldiers fought in battles right around the world, six years of conflict had a dramatic effect on the home front as well. Now a major new book by author and historian Trevor Royle is telling the story of Scotland's part in the victory. Based on previously unseen archives, A Time Of Tyrants sheds light on many aspects of the conflict, which made our wartime experience unique. And that includes the country's shores being the background for the opening salvoes of the war. Read more World War II book sheds light on how living with fear of invasion changed country - The Daily Record