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The Royal Edward
12th May 1910: Passengers board the ship Royal Edward at Avonmouth Dock for its first emigration trip, 1910. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Beet Factory
October 1913: Plumes of smoke rise from the sugar beet factory at Cantley, Norfolk. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Horse Lift
8th December 1913: Workmen take a horse up to the roof by lift, to help clear away the debris after a fire in this Berlin factory. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Steam
circa 1910: A release of steam at the Bargoed Colliery in Wales. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Birkbeck Bank
1911: Crowds gather outside the Birkbeck Bank in London, during the financial crisis of 1911. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Street Football
23rd February 1914: The Warwickshire custom of kicking a football through the streets of Atherstone. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Edinburgh 1911
June 1911: A view of Princes Street in Edinburgh showing the Royal Institute and the Scott Monument. Princes Street, named after George IIIs sons, was designed by James Craig (c)

Travelling On Top
6th March 1914: Two gentlemen travelling on the open top deck of a London bus. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bus Stop
12th August 1912: A Railways bus stops to allow passengers to alight at a stop in Trefriw. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Traffic At Bank
25th June 1912: Passers-by and traffic at the Bank of England looking towards the Royal Exchange in the City of London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

German Battleship
circa 1918: The KronPrinz Wilhelm, German battleship which was part of the surrendered German Navy. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

English Lessons
circa 1910: English lessons at a school for Italian children in Soho. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Coupe De L Auto
21st September 1913: Lee Guinness in his Sunbeam takes a corner at St Martin during the Coupe De L Auto, Boulogne, 1913. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Petticoat Lane
December 1912: Petticoat Lane market in the East End of London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Piccadilly Circus
17th July 1912: Congested traffic at Piccadilly Circus in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Blackfriars Bridge
June 1912: Traffic leaving Blackfriars Bridge, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Selfridges Store
May 1914: The T Lloyd store on Oxford Street, London, foreground, before it was bought by Harry Selfridge to expand his store built in 1910 (building with flags)

Traffic At Bank
June 1912: Traffic and passers-by at Bank, London. The Royal Exchange is in the background. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Old Curiosity Shop
16th August 1912: Passers-by in front of the Old Curiosity Shop in London, immortalised in Charles Dickens novel The Old Curiosity Shop. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bus Garage
30th May 1911: A bus garage for motorised buses at the time of the demise of the horse bus. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Horse Bus Garage
1911: Horse Buses parked in a London garage. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Eros At Piccadilly
April 1918: Omnibuses at Piccadilly Circus. The London Pavilion is in the background. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Beating The Bounds
1st December 1913: Crowds during the customary Beating the Bounds in St Albans in Hertfordshire. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Snow In The City
February 1915: A taxi and a bus in the snow at Trafalgar Square in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Royal Academy
29th April 1910: Cars and carriages parked in the forecourt of Burlington House for a private view at the Royal Academy in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Anti-Home Rule
September 1912: Union Jack flags and bunting outside a shop during Ulster Anti-Home Rule demonstrations in Belfast. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Stables
May 1911: The stables used by a bus company to accommodate horses used for pulling the London Horse Bus. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Holiday Crowds
June 1919: Bank holiday crowds queue for trams and buses in London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Tram Queue
June 1919: Passengers boarding a tram at Golders Green, north London, during the Whitsun Bank Holiday. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Congress Hall
25th November 1913: American President Woodrow Wilson arrives at the re-opening of the original Congress Hall of the United States in Philadelphia. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Transport Workers
March 1916: National Motor Volunteers board a London and North Western Railway bus at Potters Bar. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Emigrant Ship
12th May 1910: Emigrants aboard the Royal Edward, on its first voyage from Avonmouth Dock to Canada. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Early Lorry
9th January 1913: An early example of a commercial lorry. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Mobile Suffragettes
circa 1910: American Suffragettes and their means of transport at a Labour Day Parade. (Photo by Paul Thompson/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Army At Tonypandy
1910: Military tents at the colliery during the Tonypandy strike. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Replica Of Rocket
21st April 1913: A replica of the steam locomotive Stephensons Rocket, designed by English railway engineer Robert Stephenson, on display at Crewe for a visit by King George V and Queen Mary

Old Bank Of England
11th February 1910: The old Bank of England building, in the City of London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Flame Thrower
August 1915: The projection of liquid fire across a railway line by French troops. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cavalryman
2nd August 1917: A German cavalryman wearing a gas mask and carrying a long spear or pole - from two different ages of war. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

US Guard
27th March 1917: The armoured vehicle squadron of the US National Guard, in Washington DC with the US Capitol Dome viewable in the background. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Singer Building
July 1912: The Singer Building in New York, with the City Investment Building in front, on Lower Broadway. Completed in 1908, to the design of architect Ernest Flagg, it was demolished in 1968

St Mihiel
13th September 1918: American soldiers, of the 18th Infantry Machine Gun Battalion, advance through the ruins of St Baussant, France, on their way to the St. Mihiel Front

Sugar Refinery
1st November 1913: A sugar refinery in Natal, South Africa, with Indian workers arriving. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Oil Field
1st December 1918: Men working amidst the thick smoke of the Baku oil fields. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bulgarian Cavalry
22nd October 1915: Bulgarian cavalry riding through Uskub, after the towns capture from Serbian forces. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Prague Spires
circa 1910: A view of church spires in Prague. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Test Cricket
August 1912: The England team practice in the nets before a match against Australia at Leeds. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Loading A Ferry
1st July 1912: A ferry steamer being loaded with china clay at Fowey, Cornwall. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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"An era of transformation and resilience: the 1910s" Step back in time to the remarkable decade of the 1910s, where history unfolded before our eyes. From St Thomas Hospital's groundbreaking medical advancements to Chirk Castle's timeless charm, this period was filled with significant milestones. The McAlpin Hotel epitomized luxury and elegance, catering to discerning guests seeking opulence. Meanwhile, speed enthusiasts witnessed the birth of a legendary race at Indianapolis 500, forever changing motorsport history. In the heart of London, dedicated staff cooks at King George Military Hospital nourished wounded soldiers during World War I. Their tireless efforts provided comfort amidst chaos and showcased humanity's unwavering spirit. Boots The Chemist emerged as a trusted name in pharmaceuticals, offering innovative solutions for health and well-being. As society progressed towards equality, suffragettes paraded through New York City on May 3rd, 1913—a powerful display demanding women's rights. The grand vessel known as The Metagama symbolized transatlantic travel excellence while Isle of Man TT thrilled spectators with daring motorcycle races across treacherous terrains. At Wath Station, bustling crowds embraced railway transportation as it connected communities like never before. In Northern Ireland, "Ulster Says No" became an iconic slogan representing resistance against home rule—an expression that echoed throughout history. Amidst these transformative years stood Henry Ford's revolutionary T Ford Car—ushering in an automotive revolution that would shape modern civilization forever. As we reflect upon this extraordinary decade from 1910 to 1919, let us remember those who paved the way for progress and honor their enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations today.