Decades Collection (page 2)

Queen distributes Royal Maundy. The Queen and Prince Philip attended the Maundy service at Westminster Abbey during which her Majesty distributed the tradional Royal Maundy

Lord and Lady Willoughby De Broke, attending Goodwood Races, West Sussex, England. 1938

Pulling down 300 year old trees in Bushy Park, London, that had become dangerous. The work was undertaken by unemployed Welsh and Durham miners. 16 January 1929

Hockey at Lyons Club, Sudbury 1 February 1920

Keen Hockey by Women of Kent Kent versus Middlesex at Sundridge Park, Bickley 13 February 1920

Actors Cricket Match at Wimbeldon Mr Gerald Du Maurier, with Mrs Du Maurier and their children, Jeanne and Daphne

Weston & Banwell Harriers at Banwell Mrs Woodburn Bamberger and Mr C I Bertish 1925

The Scene on the Riverside at Greenhithe Kent as HMS Worcester left for dry dock at Blackwall London for refitting 8 August 1956

The High Street Edenbridge Kent. 11 September 1968

Passengers for the worlds first jet airliner service are shepherded aboard the BOAC Comet at London Airport this afternoon at the start of the flight to JOhannesburg Air history was made by

Summoning bearers to Cape Coast Castle, 1874
Natives from protected tribes are summoned with a bell and shouts to act as bearers or carriers for the British in the 2nd Ashanti War (1873-74)

View from Government House, Cape Coast Castle, 1873
This is the view from Government House, Cape Coast Castle, headquarters of the the British on the Gold Coast. In 1873, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British

The Ashanti War (1873-74) Arrivals at Cape Coast Castle
Arrivals at the North Gate of Cape Coast Castle. In 1873, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British and the Acing people of central Ghana

Grand Palaver at Jellah Coffee, 1874
A scene from the Gold Coast - a Grand Palaver at Jellah Coffee between the Administrator and the native kings and chiefs. From left to right, Folu, King of Jellah Coffee; Adjaba

The Ashanti War (1873-74) The 42nd Highlanders in the front
This shows the soldiers from the 42nd Highlanders engaged in the front of the battle against the Ashantis during the 2nd Ashanti War towards the end of 1873

Cape Coast Castle and forts in 1873
Cape Coast Castle was the was the seat of British colonialism upto the time of the 2nd Ashanti War. In 1873, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British

Rehearsal Ballet Onstage ca 1874 Oil colors freely mixed
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Bust-Length Study Child 1708-87 Black chalk
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Man Armor Mars? Oil canvas 40 1 / 8 x 35 5 / 8 101. 9 90. 5 cm
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Flagellation ca 1400 Oil egg gold plywood transferred
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Crucifixion ca 1400 Oil egg gold plywood transferred
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romantic evening love couple romance romantic for valentines day be my valentine

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A mirror reflects the patrons in a night club dancing the twist dance / dancing / party season / celebration / happy vintage news archive

Butlins Holiday Camp. Dancing dance / dancing / party season / celebration / happy vintage news archive

Apollo 11 moon taken from LM 10000 miles away on return journey

Coronation decorations go up and this shows something of the motie in Old Bond Street 1953

On the embankment children wait to watch the Coronation procession are issued with a refresher to iced lollies June 1953

Captain and Mrs William Making and their infant daughter Penelope Anne, after the christening of the latter at the Chapel Royal of St Peter and Vincula, Tower of London 29 October 1935

Huge crowds in Trafalgar Square see Foreign Royalty and Heads of State driving through Admiralty Arch (background left) from the Mall on their way to Westminster Abbey for the Coronation 2nd June 1953

A view from the Mall showing one of the 65ft decorative arches surmounted with the Lion and Unicorn figures and a suspended crown May 1953

A section of the crowd which wait all night seen still asleep in Trafalgar Square near the King Charles Statue June 1953

Maundy Money Mrs E A Richards, aged 89, of Westminster, is seen showing the Maundy money wh received at Westminster Abbey today Maundy Thursday to another lucky recipient

The Royal Counties Show at Salisbury. His Majesty the Kings 1st prize winning shorthorn bull, " Clunys Breastplate ". 1934

Royal weaver of Harris. Mrs Macdonalds feet work the Trotters - like an organist
" Royal" weaver of Harris. Mrs Macdonalds feet work the Trotters - like an organist with foot controls. There are 4 trotters and this picture shows the left foot on the centre

Helping hands in the Northern Floods office girls were carried through flood waters in Morpeth Northumberland after River Wansbeck, swollen by the thaw overflowed its banks March 1963

Good Friday traffic - This picture was taken about Mid day at Gorse Hill in Farningham Kent on Good Friday The ambulance is making a detour past the third line of traffic going south

An example of decorated lamp standards to Holborn W C during a test of street decorations for the boroughs Coronation celebrations 1953

Proclamation Ceremony of the Royal National Eisteddfod of Wales at Ebbw Vale 1959. Installation of the new Archdruid the Rev William Morris

Christening of infant son of Capt and Mrs Alastair Campbell at St James, Spanish Place. Nurse and baby, Mrs Campbell, Princess Louise Duchess of Argyll, Captain Alastair Campbell

An improvised shelter made from a tarpaulion provides shelter from the rain for a lucky few of the vast crowd in Trafalgar Square June 1953

The Queen Elizabeth II with her family at Windsor Castle on top of the East Terrace garden steps with the Brunswick Tower in the background. 6th June 1959

The famous Treetops House in Nairobi where Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh will spend a night in order to observe big game from this striking hideout The Royal couple will be able to

In Roderick Avenue Peacehaven Sussex these tanks filled twice daily with drinking water and housewives queue up to draw their ration 13th September 1949

The long trek for water in Peacehaven Sussex Residents traverse the long long road towards the tanks which are filled twice daily 14 September 1949

The beach and the front at Brighton, Sussex. 1950s Contact UPPA for all UK and rest of the world rights

Mrs Gardaner and Mrs Weatherall draw drinking water from stand pipes which have been set up in the main road at Peavehaven Sussex 14 September 1949

Outside the council flats built by the labour LCC in Islington, North London. By election candidate talks to housewives with their young children. 1947

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"Decades of History: From Warships to Housing Estates, Vintage Dances to Royal Palaces" Step back in time as we explore the captivating decades that shaped our world. In the early 20th century, the majestic warship HMS Hood ruled the seas with its sheer power and grandeur. A symbol of strength and resilience, it stood tall against turbulent waters. Meanwhile, in Brandon Estate, Southwark, one of London's largest housing estates built by the London County Councils, communities thrived amidst towering buildings. It was a testament to progress and social development. The jive dance took center stage during the vibrant 1950s party season. People swayed and twirled with infectious joy as they celebrated life's precious moments. The vintage news echoed tales of happiness and revelry. Traveling further back in time, we find ourselves at The King of Ashanti's Palace in Kumasi during 1874. A regal abode steeped in history and tradition; it whispered stories of ancient kingdoms and cultural heritage. The jitterbug dance craze swept through the 1940s like wildfire - a celebration of freedom amidst challenging times. Dancing became an expression of resilience as people found solace on crowded dance floors. At the Highland Games in Inverness, Scotland; Lady Marjorie Mackenzie and Mr Seton epitomized elegance against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. Their love for tradition intertwined with their appreciation for beauty. Fante Soldiers bravely served alongside British forces against Ashanti warriors - forging bonds across borders while defending shared values. Their courage showcased unity amid conflict. Tower Bridge witnessed countless courting couples during the forties and fifties - love blossoming against an iconic backdrop that symbolized everlasting romance. These were moments frozen in time but etched forever within hearts. "The Return of the Dandy" marked a resurgence in fashion-forward thinking when Michael Rainey and Christopher Gibbs graced the scene.