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Queen Elizabeth II inspecting firefighters, London
Visit of Queen Elizabeth II to the Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade, Lambeth, on 9 June 1977

Rolls-Royce Phantom 2 Newport Town Car

1938 Morris 8 with WW2 adaptations
1938 Morris 8 with War time Headlamp blackout mask and whitewashed running board

Giant limestone statues of Ramses II (Rameses - 1304-1237 BC) holding the crook and the flail, symbols of kingship, Temple of Ramses, Abu Simbel (Simbul)

Bayeux Tapestry 1067. Harold II crowned King of England, 6 January 1066. Harold enthroned holding orb and sceptre, Archbishop Stigand on his right

Battle of Stalingrad - Aerial view of fuel stores on fire. The Battle of Stalingrad between Germany and the Soviet Union lasted from 17 July 1942 until 2 February 1943

WW2 - Map showing Flying Bomb hits during Blitz on London in the LCC-London Fire Brigade Control Room at Lambeth HQ, SE1

Blitz in London -- AFS firefighters at work, WW2
Blitz in London -- AFS firefighters at work with hosepipes

Firefighters outside mobile kitchen, WW2
Firefighters enjoying a mug of tea outside a mobile kitchen presented to the National Fire Service by the Order of the Eastern Star, Manitoba, Canada, during the Second World War

Bird s-eye view of landing craft, barrage balloons, and allied troops landing in Normandy
XOS869953 Bird s-eye view of landing craft, barrage balloons, and allied troops landing in Normandy, France on D-Day, 6th June, 1944 (gelatin silver print) by American Photographer

World War II
Fine Art Storehouse Vintage Photo Art: War: World War II

Benjamin Constant 1845-1902, French artist. The Entry of Mehmet II into Constantinople 1876

World War II 9139-1945: Submarine at sea 1943. German navy U-boat travelling on surface in a choppy sea, crew members on conning tower. By German marine artist Adolf Bock 1890-1968

Jaguar Mk. 2 3. 8, 1961, Red, dark
Jaguar Mk.2 3.8 1961 Red dark

Fire damage at St Lawrence Jewry, City of London, WW2
Fire damage at the church of St Lawrence Jewry, City of London, during the Blitz, Second World War, 29 December 1940

AFS recruitment parade, London, WW2
Recruitment parade for the AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) in a London street during the Second World War

Salvage operation, Petherton Road, London, WW2
Salvage operation, pumping out flooded basements in Petherton Road, North London, on 2 July 1944, during the Second World War

AC Cobra 289 Mk. 2 1964 Blue light
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Jaguar Mk. 2 3. 8-litre 1967 Green
Jaguar Mk.2 3.8-litre 1967 Green

Rolls-Royce Phantom 2 Continental 1933 black

Jaguar Mk 2

Blitz in City of London -- Newgate Street, WW2
Blitz in the City of London -- three firefighters in action with a hosepipe outside Newgate Street post office, 30 December 1940

WW2 - Blitz on London - Fire Force Commander taking charge
WW2 - Blitz on London - Fire Force Commander C P McDuell takes charge at a major fire. Senior Company Officer Jimmy Syrett operates the walkie talkie set and Company Officer Obie Walker

Blitz in London -- warehouses, Surrey Docks, WW2
Warehouses in a smoky atmosphere following heavy bombing raids on the Surrey Commercial Docks in Rotherhithe, SE London. This raid took place on 7 September 1940

Conshelf Two, Red Sea
Conshelf Two. This underwater research station is located at a depth of ten metres in the Red Sea, off Sudan. The project, developed by Jaques Costeau in the 1960s

English Cavalier Costume Around 1670 During The Reign Of Charles Ii. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother with Princeess Elizabeth on Coronation Day in 1937 (b/w photo)
3432613 Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother with Princeess Elizabeth on Coronation Day in 1937 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Sir Richard Temple II, 1st Baronet, 1826-1902
5614364 Sir Richard Temple II, 1st Baronet, 1826-1902; (add.info.: Sir Richard Temple II, 1st Baronet, 1826-1902. Seen here aged 20. Administrator in British India and a British politician)

Queen Mary II of England
3960961 Queen Mary II of England; (add.info.: Queen Mary II of England, 1662-1694. Wife of King William III, and joint monarch of England,Scotland and Ireland.).

Napoleon I and his son Napolon II king of Rome (engraving)
3697245 Napoleon I and his son Napolon II king of Rome (engraving); PHAS/UIG.

The Ramseion (Ramesseum): mortuary temple of Rameses II, 13th century BC, and statues of Rameses holding Crook
544714 The Ramseion (Ramesseum): mortuary temple of Rameses II, 13th century BC, and statues of Rameses holding Crook and Flail, ancient Egypt Kingship

Richard I, Coeur de Lion, (1157-1199) landing at Sandwich, Kent, 14 March 1194. Wood engraving c1880
538361 Richard I, Coeur de Lion, (1157-1199) landing at Sandwich, Kent, 14 March 1194. Wood engraving c1880.; (add.info.: Richard, son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine)

Sir Richard Temple II, 1st Baronet, 1826-1902
5614365 Sir Richard Temple II, 1st Baronet, 1826-1902; (add.info.: Sir Richard Temple II, 1st Baronet, 1826-1902. Seen here aged 68. Administrator in British India and a British politician)

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of German emperor Willhelm II, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui
3432457 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of German emperor Willhelm II, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui

Kaiser Wilhelm II (left) and Field Marshal von Hindeburg studying maps during the First World War
3058415 Kaiser Wilhelm II (left) and Field Marshal von Hindeburg studying maps during the First World War. Wilhelm II, Frederick William Victor Albert of Prussia, 1859 - 1941

Ernest II, Duke of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg
3253064 Ernest II, Duke of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg; (add.info.: Ernest II, Duke of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg, 1745-1804. From Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, published c. 1900).

William Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet 'It is the east and Juliet is the sun' Act II Sc.2
531353 William Shakespeare Romeo and Juliet 'It is the east and Juliet is the sun' Act II Sc.2. Chromolithograph London 1856-1858.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Christopher Columbus greeted by Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile on his return from his first voyage to
528577 Christopher Columbus greeted by Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella of Castile on his return from his first voyage to the New World, February 1493

Wheeled siege towers and bridges of type used by Frederick II of Germany, Holy Roman Emperor for successful siege of
533199 Wheeled siege towers and bridges of type used by Frederick II of Germany, Holy Roman Emperor for successful siege of Jerusalem (1229) ending 6th Crusade and 10 years truce

St Anselm (1033-1109) Italian-born Archbishop of Canterbury: Benedictine monk
531023 St Anselm (1033-1109) Italian-born Archbishop of Canterbury: Benedictine monk: Anselm reluctantly accepting Archbishopric (represented by Crozier) from William II (Rufus) of England, 1093

William II (Rufus) d1100, King of England from 1087. William shot and killed while hunting in the New Forest
533575 William II (Rufus) d1100, King of England from 1087. William shot and killed while hunting in the New Forest. Colour-printed wood engraving 1864; (add.info.: William II (Rufus) d1100

Elizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon, from The Duchess of York, c.1928 (b/w photo)
3432486 Elizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon, from The Duchess of York, c.1928 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Grigoriy Efimovich Rasputin (?1871-1916) centre. Russian mystic and 'holy man' who exercised influence over
536256 Grigoriy Efimovich Rasputin (?1871-1916) centre. Russian mystic and 'holy man' who exercised influence over Nicholas II and the Tsarina

Fountain from Regio VII.II.45, House of the Bear, Pompeii. Venus reclines above a blue sea of fishes
FLO4686913 Fountain from Regio VII.II.45, House of the Bear, Pompeii. Venus reclines above a blue sea of fishes, with cupids in attendance

Self portrait of Sir Peter Vander Vaas, Sir Peter Lely
5854992 Self portrait of Sir Peter Vander Vaas, Sir Peter Lely; (add.info.: Self portrait of Sir Peter Vander Vaas, Sir Peter Lely (1617-1680)

Henry II de Lorraine, 5th Duke of Guise,1614-1664, as an American king
5614309 Henry II de Lorraine, 5th Duke of Guise,1614-1664, as an American king; (add.info.: Henry II de Lorraine, 5th Duke of Guise,1614-1664, as an American king)

Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory
541715 Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory

The Metropolitan of the Orthodox Church prays during the coronation of Tsar Alexander II of Russia in 1856
529055 The Metropolitan of the Orthodox Church prays during the coronation of Tsar Alexander II of Russia in 1856.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

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"From Classic Cars to War Remnants: A Glimpse into History" Revving with style, the Ford Cortina Mk2 1600E from 1968 shines in its vibrant red hue. The Ford Escort Mk. 2 adorned in the iconic Rothmans Rally livery takes us back to 1979, exuding elegance in white. Another glimpse of the legendary Ford Escort Mk. 2 in its striking Rothmans Rally livery, a true symbol of racing heritage. Echoes of World War II resonate through Brampton Road as bomb damage tells tales of resilience and survival. The Tabula Rogeriana, meticulously crafted by al-Idrisi for Roger II of Sicily in 1154, stands as an invaluable historical artifact. Catching eyes on the streets is the Austin Healey 3000 Mk. 2, a classic beauty that never goes out of style. Kilgour Road bears scars from World War II bombings; a reminder of the city's indomitable spirit during challenging times. Navigating rough terrains with ease, the Land Rover Freelander 2 proves its mettle as an off-road champion. Exuding sophistication and power, behold the Range Rover P38A DSE commanding attention wherever it roams. The Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Mk. 2 gleams majestically in silver; a testament to timeless luxury and craftsmanship. Firefighters standing tall amidst London's Blitz during WWII - their bravery and dedication forever etched into history (LFB150). Ambulance at Ladywell, Lewisham captures a poignant moment during London's Blitz - heroes rushing to aid those affected by war's devastation. In this captivating collection spanning decades and wars alike, we witness both moments frozen in time and machines that have stood against it all – reminding us that history, in all its facets, shapes our present and future.