General Electric Company Collection

Jacob Rees- Mogg, aged 12. Picture shows a young Jacob Rees- Mogg, one of Britians youngest shareholders. He is pictured at home

Workers pouring out of the G. E. C. Foundry in Electric Avenue, Witton, Birmingham
Workers pouring out of the G.E.C. Foundry in Electric Avenue, Witton, Birmingham. Many stop at the newspaper vendor at the gates to buy a copy of the Birmingham Evening News. 2nd July 1963

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visits GEC Stafford. 10th March 1978

Fuel Cell, Gemini, Cutaway, ca. 1965. Creator: General Electric Company
This fuel cell is a cutaway version of the electric-power generating device used on the two-astronaut Gemini spacecraft during ten missions in 1965-66

Indicator, Carbon Monoxide. Creator: General Electric Company
10cm dia. cylinder, 9cm high w/face-mounted indicator strip

Controller, Magnetic Compass, General Electric, 2CA10E1, Wiley Post crash
Cylindrical shaped panel mounted instrument, with white luminous figures on black face. Earth induction compass. On 15 August 1935

Generating Unit, Magneto Compass, Earth Inductor, Wiley Post crash
Wind-driven, badly dented, Model 28A12A-1. On 15 August 1935, American aviator Wiley Post was killed when his aircraft crashed on takeoff from a lagoon near Point Barrow in the Territory of Alaska

One of the Three 90-Ton Electric Locomotives built by the General Electric Company, of New York
5209518 One of the Three 90-Ton Electric Locomotives built by the General Electric Company, of New York, for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Tunnel Service at Baltimore, MD

West Indian workers at the GEC Iron Factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1962. Artist
West Indian workers at the GEC, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 11th July 1962. Due to a shortage of available workers for the production lines at their cooker and fridge factory in Swinton

Immigrant workers on the cooker production line at the GEC, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1962. Due to a shortage of available workers for the production lines at their cooker

Cooker production line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist
Cooker production line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. The final stages of cooker assembly at the GEC plant in Swinton (near Rotherham)

An Austin FF K160 lorry belonging to the General Electric Co, Swinton, 1963. Artist
An Austin FF K160 lorry belonging to the General Electric Co, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. An Austin FF K160 truck beloning to the GEC (later to become Morphy Richards)

Refrigerators being assembled at the GEC in Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. Artist
Refrigerators being assembled at the GEC factory in Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. Later to become Morphy Richards, the company transferred production from their Birmingham plant after the Second

The cooker assembly line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. Artist
The cooker assembly line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. The final stages of cooker asembly at the GEC plant in Swinton (near Rotherham)

Industrial relations, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1966. Artist: Michael Walters
Industrial relations, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1966. Photo for a press ad showing a selection of designers and tradesmen in white coats with shop floor workers to the rear

GEC Austin delivery lorry, Swinton South Yorkshire, 1963. Artist: Michael Walters
GEC Austin delivery lorry, Swinton South Yorkshire, 1963. One of the fleet of Austin lorries belonging to the General Electric Company in Swinton, South Yorkshire

GEC electrical goods assembly plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. The end of the fridge assembly line can be seen in the foreground, where the fridges are being packed for dispatch

West Indian workers at the GEC, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1962. Artist: Michael Walters
West Indian workers at the GEC, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1962. A shortage of available labour in the early 1960s meant that West Indian workers had to be brought in

Quality checking cookers at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist
Quality checking cookers at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. An overview of the final stages of cooker assembly at the GEC plant in Swinton, near Rotherham

The final stages of cooker assembly at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. The GEC, which was formed in 1900, first acquired a factory in Swinton, near Rotherham

Fridge assembly at the General Electric Company, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1964. Artist
Fridge assembly at the General Electric Company, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1964. Fridges roll off the end of the production line at the General Electric Co in Swinton (South Yorkshire)

Fridge assembly line at the General Electric Company, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1964. The assembly lines at the GEC factory (later to become Morphy Richards)

General Electric Cos Showroom, 1933. From The Studio Volume 106. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1933]

Postcard of Schenectady Works of General Electric. ca. 1913, GENERATOR ASSEMBLY, SCHENECTADY WORKS OF THE GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

Plutonium Recycle Test Reactor, 1950s C018 / 0625
Plutonium Recycle Test Reactor (PRTR), aerial photograph. This site was part of the Hanford Engineer Works (or Hanford Site), on the Columbia River, in Washington state, USA

Elihu Thomson (1853-1937), American engineer
Elihu Thomson (1853-1937), American electrical engineer. He moved from England to the USA when young. After graduating, he taught chemistry and physics

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"General Electric Company: A Legacy of Innovation and Impact" From its humble beginnings to becoming a global powerhouse, General Electric Company (GEC) has left an indelible mark on the world. In this captivating snapshot from 1978, we catch a glimpse of a young Jacob Rees-Mogg, who would later become a prominent figure in British politics. This image serves as a reminder that even great leaders have their own unique journeys. Meanwhile, workers pour out of the G. E. C. Foundry in Electric Avenue, Witton, Birmingham - a testament to the company's commitment to manufacturing excellence and providing employment opportunities for communities. The visit by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh in 1978 showcases GEC Stafford's significance as he explores their facilities with keen interest. It highlights the company's reputation for attracting attention from influential figures due to its groundbreaking advancements. Speaking of advancements, GEC was at the forefront of technological innovation. The Fuel Cell Gemini Cutaway from 1965 demonstrates their pioneering spirit and dedication to pushing boundaries in energy solutions. Another remarkable creation is the Carbon Monoxide Indicator developed by General Electric Company – an essential tool ensuring safety and protecting lives. The Controller Magnetic Compass holds historical significance as it was used during Wiley Post's ill-fated crash. This artifact reminds us that even amidst tragedy, GEC played an integral role in aviation safety measures. Furthermore, GEC contributed significantly to transportation infrastructure with their Three 90-Ton Electric Locomotives built for Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Tunnel Service – showcasing their ability to power progress across various industries. But it wasn't just about machines; people were at the heart of GEC too. West Indian workers at the Swinton Iron Factory exemplify diversity within its workforce while immigrant workers on the cooker production line highlight how GEC provided opportunities for individuals seeking better lives. Artistic depictions transport us back in time when Cooker production lines hummed with activity, showcasing GEC's commitment to manufacturing excellence.