Duty Collection (page 29)

British recruitment poster, WW1
A British recruitment poster during the First World War. A mother tells her son to Go! Its your duty lad. Join today. Date: 1914-1918

The Sketch front cover with Princess of Margaret - Festival
Front cover of the Sketch magazine featuring a portrait of Princess Margaret in honour of her opening the Festival Gardens at Battersea Park on May 3 1951

Queen Elizabeth II at a parade at Stirling Castle
Queen Elizabeth II talking to Old Comrades of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at a parade and presentation of regimental colours to the 7th & 9th Battalions at Stirling Castle during a visit to

King George VI declares Festival of Britain open
King George VI, from the steps of St. Pauls Cathedral broadcasts to the world that the Festival of Britain is open. Date: 1951

French Sailors Off-Duty
French sailors off-duty relax on deck Date: circa 1830

Traffic Police
A policeman uses hand signals to stop the 273 bus to Roehampton, London. Date: 1930

Firefighters playing billiards in a fire station
Firemen playing billiards in a fire station

Police officer
MODEL RELEASED. Police officer on duty holding an electronic megaphone

Silver hallmarks, 1814
Silver hallmarks from 1814 on the handle of a piece of silver cutlery. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Silver hallmarks, 1831
Silver hallmarks from 1831 on the handle of a piece of silver cutlery. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Bias of Priene, Greek philosopher
Bias (fl. 6th century BCE), Greek philosopher and one of the Seven Sages of Greece. Bias lived in the Greek city state of Priene

GREECE: JURY DUTY. Marble kleroterion used to randomly choose citizens for daily juries in Athens, Greece, 5th century B.C

Horse Racing: Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby JUN 27
Horse Racing - The Curragh Racecourse - The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby. Jockey Kieran Fallon

Off Duty British Soldiers on the Esplanade - Tel Aviv, Israel

Land Girl by George Ranstead
A member of the Womens Land Army during World War One is depicted in her uniform shovelling manure or soil. An impression by George Ranstead

Policemen on duty in London
Several policemen on duty, trying to control a large but friendly crowd of people on a London street

Policewoman on traffic duty
A policewoman on traffic duty on a busy day in London

Metropolitan Police Duty Hints instruction book
A Metropolitan Police instruction book: Duty Hints for Constables and Section Sergeants

Metropolitan Police Pocket Directory and Duty Hints
A Metropolitan Police instruction book: Pocket Directory and Duty Hints, dated 1937

Salvation Army Labour Colony at Hadleigh, Essex
Entrance to the Salvation Armys labour colony at Hadleigh in Essex. Uniformed officers stand on duty. Founded in 1891 as a farming colony

Met Police officers at Piccadilly Circus, London
Two Metropolitan Police officers, one male, one female, on duty at Piccadilly Circus in Central London, speaking to a young couple

Met Police officer looking through iron gates
A Metropolitan Police officer on duty on a London street looks straight at the photographer through a set of spiked iron gates

Met Police PC and WPC, suburban scene
Two Metropolitan Police officers, a PC and a WPC, walking along a suburban pathway in a residential area of London. The woman has a large walkie talkie radio at her waist

Met Police officer on his car radio
A Metropolitan Police officer stands by his car with the door open, about to speak on his car radio

Met Police PC and WPC, urban scene
Two Metropolitan Police officers, a PC and a WPC, walking along a busy urban street in Central London. They both carry a set of handcuffs at their waists

Met Police officer on a country lane
A Metropolitan Police officer on the beat, wheeling his bicycle along a country lane in a rural part of London

Met Police officer speaking to tourists
A Metropolitan Police officer speaking to a group of young tourists outside Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall, Central London

Met Police officer on a street corner
A Metropolitan Police officer on the beat somewhere in Central London, approaching a street corner

Met Police officer in a London park
A Metropolitan Police officer on duty in a London park holds up his right hand to stop a motorist. He is holding a small machine in his left hand, possibly used for measuring speed of travel

Driver doubt / W H Robinson
When a point-duty policeman is encountered whos hand gestures are difficult to interpret, a driver can carry, attached to the front of his car, a large query-mark or queston mark (in solid tin)

Captain Oates
LAWRENCE EDWARD GRACE OATES Member of Captain Scotts expedition which reached the South Pole in January 1912; lost his life in a blizzard on the return trip

Germans in Paris WWII
Germans in a Parisian nightclub during World War II

Barrack Room - Dijon, France
The interior of a Police barrack room, with a group of French soldiers (some seated) in the foreground, all bearing swords, engaged in police duty

Bootblack at Prince of Wales investiture, Caernarvon

Duke and Duchess of York on Anzac Day
The Duke and Duchess of York (later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth) in Melbourne, Australia, on Anzac Day. This tour, which lasted six months

Duke and Duchess of Connaught leave for South Africa
Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn (1850-1942), and his wife, Princess Louise Margaret of Prussia (Louise Margaret Alexandra Victoria Agnes)

Soldiers preparing a meal 1917
Soldiers preparing a meal on the British Front in France during World War I in 1917

Returning from Fatigue 1915
Fatigue parties returning to camp from daily work and return duty on the Western Front in France during World War I in 1915

Household Brigade at Hawthorn Hill Meeting
Prince Alexander of Teck (Queen Marys brother), with his wife Princess Alexander of Teck (Princess Alice of Albany) standing behind the fence on his right, watching the riders at the water jump

Highland Guard on duty at Buckingham Palace
A Highland Guard on duty at Buckingham Palace -- the first time a kilted regiment had done duty at the Palace, the regular Guards being away on manoeuvres

Chanak - Humourous Christmas card 1922
A British soldier takes amusement at Father Christmas (a rotund, white bearded Turk riding a donkey!) passing his watch at Chanak, Turkey

Policeman on Traffic Duty
A London Policeman directing the traffic on a busy crossing point

The Sentry by Bruce Bairnsfather
Original pencil sketch by the famous World War I cartoonist, Bruce Bairnsfather, creator of " Old Bill", showing a British soldier standing sentry in a trench

Life Guard - Dismounted Review Order
A Life Guard - Dismounted Review Order (as he would be for dismounted sentry duty). Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Recruitment Poster
Daddy, what did YOU do in the Great War? A young girl reading about World War One poses a difficult question to her Father; a clever campaign to promote duty to serve

Arresting a Dog
Doing their duty : ordered by the Lord Mayor of London to clear the streets of stray dogs, police arrest the companion of a poor blind beggar

German troops with homemade instruments
Unit of German soldiers during the First World War, posing with their homemade instruments!

On Duty by W. Luker
From a painting by W. Luker, exhibited at the Royal Society of British Artist s, 1906. A sheep dog protecting his masters belongings, by the sheep pen. Date: 01/06/1907

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Duty: A timeless commitment that transcends boundaries and eras. From the mighty HMS Victory, proudly flying its flags as a symbol to protect our shores, to the valiant words of Admiral Nelson echoing through history: 'England expects that every man will do his duty. ' In the bustling streets of London, a police officer stands tall, embodying the essence of duty. Whether it be safeguarding our city during a football match or countering German propaganda in World War I, their unwavering dedication shines bright. Amidst the chaos of war, love and duty intertwine in poignant ways. The year 1914 witnessed countless hearts torn between loyalty and affection in 'Twixt Love and Duty, ' capturing the emotional turmoil faced by many. Even on traffic duty, Metropolitan Police officers exemplify their sense of responsibility with utmost professionalism. Their presence ensures order amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. As Christmas approaches, Coldstream Guards grace us with their presence on festive cards – a reminder that even during joyful times, they remain committed to protecting our nation's peace. Breaking barriers and challenging norms, women step forward into roles traditionally held by men. In World War I uniforms alongside their male counterparts or as early female police officers patrolling London's streets – these trailblazers redefine what it means to serve one's community. From carousel music covers to children admiring Mr Bobby the Policeman on Kay Snap postcards – society cherishes those who uphold their duties with integrity while becoming symbols themselves. Through snow-covered landscapes in Bough Beech or navigating busy urban streets - like dedicated postmen delivering mail - individuals across time have embraced their obligations without hesitation. Duty is not just an obligation; it is an honor bestowed upon those willing to put others before themselves, and is an eternal flame burning within us all.