Actor Ed Stoppard (1974)

Home Fires (2015–2016) is a British period television drama that follows the lives of Women’s Institute members on the Home Front during World War II. When Frances Barden reforms the WI, she promotes inclusivity and is eventually elected President. Meanwhile, Pat, a committee member, faces abuse from her husband Bob, who expects her to attend to his every need. As Pat gains recognition within the town and WI, Bob’s jealousy and anger towards her increases, blaming her for his perceived lack of success as a writer. The newly formed WI’s first project is gathering wild blackberries to make jam, reducing the need for imported goods. With the declaration ...