1948 Collection (page 5)

Filming Scott of the Antarctic released in 1948 Date: 1948

Elliotts of Newbury EoN Primary, at the SBAC Farnborough airshow in September 1948. Date: 1948

Chrislea CH. 3 Series 4 Skyjeep G-AKVS
Chrislea CH.3 Series 4 Skyjeep G-AKVS (msn 126), at Exeter airport. Date: 1948

HMCS Magnificent CVL-21
Royal Canadian Navy - HMCS Magnificent CVL-21, a Majestic-class aircraft carrier seen in April 1948. (Originally ordered for the Royal Navy as HMS Magnificent) Date: 1948

The Cuillin from Loch Scavaig, Isle of Skye, Scotland - Valentine's real photo postcard 1948 Date: 1948

Knightsbridge Antiques, 39/41 Brompton Road, London. The company traded at this address between 1948 and 1950. Date: circa 1948

Cierva Skeeter 1 G-AJCJ (msn W.14/1), prototype of the Skeeter, powered by the unsuccessful Jameson JJ-1 engine, at the 1948 SBAC Farnborough air show. Date: 1948

Chrislea CH-3 Super Ace 2 G-AKUY (msn 107), at the 1948 SBAC Farnborough air show. Date: 1948

Fairchild EC-82A-15-FA Packet 44-23004
United States Air Force - Fairchild EC-82A-15-FA Packet 44-23004 (MSN 10048) converted to EC-82A with tracked all-terrain undercarriage units 1945-1951. Date: 1948

Breda-Zappata BZ. 308 MM61802
Aeronautica Militare Italiana - Breda-Zappata BZ.308 MM61802, seen during ground-runs - testing of the Bristol Centaurus engines, circa July 1948

Advert, Spring Cleaning, Hoover Vacuum Cleaner
Advert, Spring Cleaning, Hoover vacuum cleaner Date: 1948

Cover design, Hoover News, 30th Anniversary Edition, August 1948, showing the latest vacuum cleaner Date: 1948

Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Window Display with a musical theme Date: 1948

Advert, Easier Spring Cleaning, Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Date: 1948

The Affair Of The Spiv's Secret
An illustrated front cover for The Affair Of The Spiv's Secret, written by John Hunter, no. 170 in the pulp fiction series, The Sexton Blake Library

The Cobb from Langmoor Gardens, Lyme Regis, Dorset - Painted by artist P Tunstill for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Town Hall and Museum, Lyme Regis, Dorset - Painted by artist P Tunstill for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

A drop-leaf table and chair in a furniture catalogue, number 9640 and number 8631 respectively. Date: circa 1948

A Bookcase in a Raleigh Furniture catalogue, number 1022. Date: circa 1948

SAAB J29 Tunnan prototype in the experimental shop at Trollhattan Date: circa 1948

Poster, Algerian railway, El Kantara, Algeria Date: 1948

Harry Rountree, artist in his studio, St Ives, Cornwall Date: 1948

London Passenger Transport Board Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for the London Passenger Transport Board, an organisation responsible for local public transport in London, between 1933 and 1948

Walnut Pedestals in a furniture catalogue. Date: circa 1948

Bexford Ltd factory at Brantham, Suffolk
New factory at Brantham, Suffolk, for Bexford Ltd, part of the British Xylonite Co. taken over by BP in 1978. Date: circa 1948

Jacobean style Oak Bureau in a furniture catalogue. Date: 1circa 1948

A pair of nested tables, catalogue numbers 595 and 596 Date: circa 1948

Extending table and chair:- catalogue number 8670 Date: circa 1948

Dining table and chairs:- catalogue numbers 8420 and 8409 respectively Date: circa 1948

Glass fronted display cabinet. Catalogue no 1771 Date: circa 1948

Walnut desk photograph for a catalogue Date: circa 1948

Menus from RMS Queen Mary
Cunard White Star, menus from RMS Queen Mary, April 1948, with one signed by swimming and film star Johnny Weissmuller. Date: 1948

Advert for Max Factor face powder, Lana Turner
Advert for Max Factor face powder, as worn by Lana Turner, MGM film star in Green Dolphin Street Date: 1948

Advert, BOAC, British Overseas Airways - It's a small world by Speedbird Date: 1948

Poster, Val d'Isere, France
Poster, Val d'Isere, Savoie, France, original poster Date: 1948

Poster, Dartmouth Winter Carnival, 13-14 February 1948, in New Hampshire, USA Date: 1948

Poster, Spanish Dancers Date: 1948

Fantastic Adventures - The Lavender vine of death
Cover of Fantastic Adventures, September 1948, featuring the story The Lavender vine of death by Don Wilcox. A huge purple monster devours a modern building

Sokol Festival, Masaryk Stadium, Prague, Czechoslovakia
Aerial view of people in formation at the Sokol Festival, Masaryk Stadium, Prague, Czechoslovakia. Date: 1948

Stirling Moss, English racing driver
Sir Stirling Craufurd Moss (b 1929), English racing driver from 1948 to 1962. He retired after a crash left him in a coma for a month. His name has become synonymous with speed. Date: circa 1960s

Jennie Lee and Aneurin Bevan
Aneurin Bevan, also known as Nye Bevan (1897-1960), Welsh Labour politician. He served as Minister of Health in the mid-20th century

Gerry Adams, Irish republican politician
Gerry Adams (Gerard Adams, b 1948), Irish republican politician, President of Sinn Fein. Seen here in profile, lighting his pipe. Date: circa early 1980s

Gerry Adams and Ken Livingstone in London
Gerry Adams (Gerard Adams, b 1948), Irish republican politician, President of Sinn Fein, and Ken Livingstone (Kenneth Robert Livingstone, b 1945), British Labour politician

Aneurin Bevan, sitting in an audience
Aneurin Bevan, also known as Nye Bevan (1897-1960), Welsh Labour politician. He served as Minister of Health in the mid-20th century

Bristol Castle, No 7013
This image shows Castle Class locomotive No.7013, Bristol Castle in the locomotive sheds at Swindon Works. Bristol Castle was built in July 1948 and withdrawn from service in September 1964

Young woman holding beer glass, smiling, portrait
1948, One Person, Adult Only, Young Adult, One Woman Only, One Young Woman Only, Caucasian Appearance, Studio Shot, Red Background, Coloured Background, Horizontal, Colour, Photography, Portrait

Avro 652 Anson I N4877 - G-AMDA of the Skyfame museum at Staverton Airport N4877 was built at the Avro factory at Newton Heath, Manchester and was taken on charge by the Royal Air Force on Nov 17

Horsewoman, 1948 (colour etching and drypoint)
991035 Horsewoman, 1948 (colour etching and drypoint) by Icart, Louis (1888-1950); 66.5x55 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Horsewoman. Louis Icart (1888-1950). Colour etching and drypoint

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In 1948, the Empire Windrush carried Jamaicans on a historic journey to Britain, marking a significant moment in post-war migration. Meanwhile, an unknown creator introduced the world to the innovative Ferguson TEA 20 tractor, revolutionizing farming practices. Renowned artist Diego Rivera continued to captivate audiences with his mesmerizing artwork that depicted social and political themes. Salvador Dali's surreal photographs showcased his unique perspective, capturing objects like cats and water in motion. London's police officers maintained order and safety in the bustling city streets. In Melbourne, cricket legend Don Bradman stepped onto the field for his final bat, leaving behind an unforgettable legacy. The Olympics witnessed athletes pushing their limits in the thrilling 10, 000-meter race. At Filton shipyard, construction began on the majestic Bristol Brabazon aircraft - a symbol of technological progress and ambition. Billie Holiday enchanted listeners with her soulful voice as she graced stages across America during this era. Asylum Lodge stood tall in Devizes, Wiltshire - a place where individuals sought solace and care during challenging times. Amidst these diverse events unfolding worldwide was Mahatma Gandhi peacefully spinning at his wheel - embodying resilience and advocating for nonviolent resistance against oppression. The iconic Wembley Stadium became synonymous with sporting excellence as it hosted numerous memorable matches throughout the vibrant 1950s.