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Century Collection (page 10)

Journeying through the century, we uncover the timeless beauty of Polperro, Cornwall

Background imageCentury Collection: Hamburg on the day of its surrender-May 3 1945. Picture Shows three minutes after

Hamburg on the day of its surrender-May 3 1945. Picture Shows three minutes after surrender time on May 3 The City was devastated, apparently deserted

Background imageCentury Collection: RAF bomber damage in Hanover The devastation caused by RAF bombing to a large factory

RAF bomber damage in Hanover The devastation caused by RAF bombing to a large factory and rail-yard in the centre of Hanover by the main station. 11th April 1945

Background imageCentury Collection: Scenes in an East End Pub. 1st July 1963

Scenes in an East End Pub. 1st July 1963

Background imageCentury Collection: Woolwich boys prepare for Soapbox Derby, 30th August 1954

Woolwich boys prepare for Soapbox Derby, 30th August 1954

Background imageCentury Collection: Boys visit a local sweet shop as the end of sweet rationing is enforced, 22nd April 1949

Boys visit a local sweet shop as the end of sweet rationing is enforced, 22nd April 1949

Background imageCentury Collection: President John F Kennedy with wife Jacqueline Kennedy and Prime Minister Harold Macmillan

President John F Kennedy with wife Jacqueline Kennedy and Prime Minister Harold Macmillan at Londons Admiralty House. The President

Background imageCentury Collection: The Cider House public house in the Harrow Road circa July 1946

The Cider House public house in the Harrow Road circa July 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Children bathing in Horse trough, 18th August 1957

Children bathing in Horse trough, 18th August 1957

Background imageCentury Collection: Youngs Brewery Shire Horses, 12th February 1967

Youngs Brewery Shire Horses, 12th February 1967

Background imageCentury Collection: Fleet Street views. The magnificent Daily Telegraph

Fleet Street views. The magnificent Daily Telegraph offices were completed in 1930. owned by lord Camrose (brother of Lord Kemsley) The Telegraph has a a daily circulation of some 900

Background imageCentury Collection: Dockland Houses, Isle of Dogs. Families set up home in pre-fabricated houses, Circa 1946

Dockland Houses, Isle of Dogs. Families set up home in pre-fabricated houses, Circa 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Old Scotland Yard Main Gate Night Scene, 16th September 1949

Old Scotland Yard Main Gate Night Scene, 16th September 1949

Background imageCentury Collection: A woman dining at a restaurant in Shepherds Bush. 1st July 1948

A woman dining at a restaurant in Shepherds Bush. 1st July 1948

Background imageCentury Collection: Day in the life of Shepherds Market Circa 1st July 1948

Day in the life of Shepherds Market Circa 1st July 1948

Background imageCentury Collection: Day in the Life of Shepherds Market circa 1948 Local resident window shopping at No 13

Day in the Life of Shepherds Market circa 1948 Local resident window shopping at No 13 Shepherds market

Background imageCentury Collection: Shepherds Market Entrance- The arch leading from Curzon Street into the market

Shepherds Market Entrance- The arch leading from Curzon Street into the market. Circa 1955

Background imageCentury Collection: Soho fair, people line the streets for the parade. 10th July 1960

Soho fair, people line the streets for the parade. 10th July 1960

Background imageCentury Collection: Dean Street, Soho. Circa 1955

Dean Street, Soho. Circa 1955

Background imageCentury Collection: Soho Carnival, 10th July 1955

Soho Carnival, 10th July 1955

Background imageCentury Collection: The Mayo composite aircraft seen here during taxi-ing trials along the River Medway 19th

The Mayo composite aircraft seen here during taxi-ing trials along the River Medway 19th January 1938

Background imageCentury Collection: General scenes of a day in the life of Londons Victoria Station

General scenes of a day in the life of Londons Victoria Station and the Golden Arrow Pullman service to Paris 7th August 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Interior of a London Underground carriage. Circa 1946

Interior of a London Underground carriage. Circa 1946
Interior of a London Underground carriage.Circa 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Paul McCartney and George Harrison in concert on the second night of their US tour at

Paul McCartney and George Harrison in concert on the second night of their US tour at the convention centre Las Vegas Nevada 20th August 1964

Background imageCentury Collection: Premier of 'A Hard Days Night', crowds gather to catch sight of The

Premier of "A Hard Days Night", crowds gather to catch sight of The
Premier of " A Hard Days Night", crowds gather to catch sight of The Beatles before the Northern premier starts in Liverpool. 10th July 1964

Background imageCentury Collection: Scene at Cafe de Paris as Lionel Blair demonstrated the New Madison

Scene at Cafe de Paris as Lionel Blair demonstrated the New Madison and visitors joined in. THe New Madison can be danced to jive at 34 or 36 bars per minute

Background imageCentury Collection: Young Mods-hands clasped behind their backs like Prince Philip

Young Mods-hands clasped behind their backs like Prince Philip. Dance the Blues at Basildon, Essex. 1st September 1963

Background imageCentury Collection: A night at the dogs, general views of the track and characters that work at the White

A night at the dogs, general views of the track and characters that work at the White City Greyhound Track. 7th September 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Speedway world team championship practice at Wembley in preparation for the event to be

Speedway world team championship practice at Wembley in preparation for the event to be held on Saturday. Four teams are to compete, they are from Czechosolvakia, Great Britain, Polan and Sweden

Background imageCentury Collection: The Rock and Roll restaurant. People Hand Jive in front of the band. 27th November 1956

The Rock and Roll restaurant. People Hand Jive in front of the band. 27th November 1956

Background imageCentury Collection: General view of the Arena Empress hall for Freddie Mills vs Joey Maxim Light Heavyweight

General view of the Arena Empress hall for Freddie Mills vs Joey Maxim Light Heavyweight Championship of the World fight, held at Earls Court, London, on January 24th 1950

Background imageCentury Collection: Catford Stadium, 12th February 1950

Catford Stadium, 12th February 1950

Background imageCentury Collection: This photograph was taken from the top of a 40ft tower and shows a Sunday panorama of

This photograph was taken from the top of a 40ft tower and shows a Sunday panorama of sport in action on Hackney Marshes, London. 22nd October 1962

Background imageCentury Collection: Ships in Victoria Dock pool of London, 21st November 1964

Ships in Victoria Dock pool of London, 21st November 1964

Background imageCentury Collection: Berkeley Square Colony Club, 1st February 1967

Berkeley Square Colony Club, 1st February 1967

Background imageCentury Collection: Exterior shots of London clubs. 13th November 1960

Exterior shots of London clubs. 13th November 1960

Background imageCentury Collection: Entrance to Cafe de Paris, 16th November 1950

Entrance to Cafe de Paris, 16th November 1950

Background imageCentury Collection: Barefoot dancing is banned in Londons Harlem

Barefoot dancing is banned in Londons Harlem. But the girl on the left thought it was worth taking the risk. Irene Hanlin, from Hoxton, the girl on the right

Background imageCentury Collection: Bethnal Green Wast London Street Pet Market. 23rd May 1946

Bethnal Green Wast London Street Pet Market. 23rd May 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Down to Earth market in Leather Lane, Holborn, central London. Circa 1954

Down to Earth market in Leather Lane, Holborn, central London. Circa 1954

Background imageCentury Collection: Bethnal Green Street Pet Market, East London. 23rd May 1946

Bethnal Green Street Pet Market, East London. 23rd May 1946

Background imageCentury Collection: Silversmith stall during the down to earth market in Leather Lane in Holborn. Circa 1954

Silversmith stall during the down to earth market in Leather Lane in Holborn. Circa 1954

Background imageCentury Collection: Billingsgate Market Scenes and Porters, 24th July 1964

Billingsgate Market Scenes and Porters, 24th July 1964

Background imageCentury Collection: Rupert Street, Soho. Fruit and Veg is sold from a cart outside Boots. Circa 1955

Rupert Street, Soho. Fruit and Veg is sold from a cart outside Boots. Circa 1955

Background imageCentury Collection: Covent Garden Market, Elderly man carried baskets on his head through the market streets

Covent Garden Market, Elderly man carried baskets on his head through the market streets. Circa 1955

Background imageCentury Collection: Covent Garden Market stall vendor stops to read a magazine. Circa 1955

Covent Garden Market stall vendor stops to read a magazine. Circa 1955

Background imageCentury Collection: A policeman on point duty on The Aldwych. London, 1930

A policeman on point duty on The Aldwych. London, 1930

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ireland, county tyrone, omagh, ulster american folk park 19th century advertising on one of the victorian shopfronts

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Italy, Puglia, Bari, Trullo Sovrano, Piazza Sacramento, Alberobello



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Journeying through the century, we uncover the timeless beauty of Polperro, Cornwall. From the charming houses on the hillside to the vibrant blooms of Hortensia and Lilac, this picturesque village has captured hearts since the 1860s. Plate 113 showcases five little girls, their innocence echoing through time. The portrait of Hannah Rowett transports us back to her era, a glimpse into life around 1860. Five young ladies grace another frame, their elegance preserved in history's embrace. A mysterious lady's portrait from Polperro whispers tales untold from the 1860-1870s. As we travel beyond Cornwall, Crewe Station emerges as a symbol of progress in our journey through time. Its inauguration on July 4th, 1837 marked an important milestone with the opening of Grand Junction Railway. Amidst these historical treasures lies Strawberry Wilmots Superb - a delightful treat for taste buds that transcends generations. And let us not forget Achillea millefolium - its delicate petals remind us that nature's wonders endure throughout centuries. Finally, William Cutbush and Sons stand as testament to craftsmanship passed down over generations; their legacy woven into every piece they create. In this captivating century filled with stories and legacies intertwined across time and space – join us as we explore its rich tapestry.