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Kitchener and George V at Aldershot, WW1
King George V with Lord Kitchener during an inspection of army recruits at Aldershot during the early stages of the First World War. Date: September 1914

Kitcheners army recruits at Aldershot, WW1
Lord Kitcheners army recruits marching along Queens Avenue at Aldershot, ready for an inspection by King George V during the early stages of the First World War. Date: September 1914

Three women working on a train carriage. London depot

King George VI inspecting firefighters on parade, WW2
King George VI visiting the Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade, Lambeth

LCC-LFB fire, Goodge Street deep shelter
Two LCC-LFB firemen, wearing breathing apparatus, at the Tottenham Court Road end of the Army transit centre located in the deep shelter tunnel system. The fire has been extinguished

London Salvage Corps and LFB at the scene of a fire. The salvage workers can be identified by their black Braidwood style helmet

Blitz in London - Firefighters at work with hosepipe, WW2
Blitz in London - London firefighters damping down after enemy bombing caused serious fires which gutted this steel framed building

A Stowaway found on a Victorian Ship, 1884
Engraving showing the scene as a freshly discovered child stowaway is taken by the crew to see the Captain of the ship. The ships passengers are also keen to inspect the poor little child

Two novice Buddhist monks in front of a statue of the reclining Budha, Wat Lokayasutharam, Ayuthaya Historical Park, Ayuthaya (Ayutthaya), UNESCO World Heritage Site, central Thailand, Thailand

Camel traders at the early morning livestock market in Hargeisa, Somaliland, Somalia, Africa

Worker checking the oil of a car

The foreman of works inspects barrels of Rioja wine in the underground cellars at Muga winery

Pier, landing of King George V, Aden
Pier, steamer point, and landing of King George V to inspect the troops around the time of his Coronation, at the British colony of Aden (now in Yemen). circa 1911

Sir J Byrne inspecting Nairobi Defence Force, East Africa
Brigadier Sir Joseph Aloysius Byrne (1874-1942), Governor and Commander-in-Chief of Kenya (1931-1936) inspecting the Nairobi Defence Force, Kenya, East Africa. 1930s

Canadian Forces Base Valcartier - Brig. Gen. Sir Sam Hughes
Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Valcartier - a Canadian Forces Base located in the municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier, approximately 25 km north of Quebec City. Date: circa 1940

George VI arriving to inspect Invasion Forces, WW2
King George VI arriving to inspect D-Day Invasion Forces, WW2. 1944

WW1 - Haumont Station, France - French Customs officials
WW1 - French Customs official at Haumont Station, France inspect a train which has arrived from Belgium. They are possibly checking for evidence of German spys hiding on board or perhaps some

Carrier inspection, Bura Camp, Kenya, WW1
Inspecting African carriers, Bura Camp, Kenya, East Africa, during WW1. 1916

Eskimos Snow Village
European travellers inspect an Eskimo snow village. Date: circa 1880

Cartoon, Female worker on Paris Metro, WW1
Cartoon, A female worker on the Paris Metro, checking a soldiers ticket in a wartime train. Date: 1917

Russia / 1917 / Bank Safes
Bolsheviks inspect safe deposits in a bank. Date: 1917 - 1918

Liverpool Farm School metal-workers
As part of their metal work training, Approved School inmates from the Liverpool Farm School inspect an aeroplane engine. Date: circa 1937

Archbishop inspecting scout troops, Valletta, Malta
The Archbishop of Malta inspecting scout troops in Palace Square, Valletta, Malta, accompanied by Admiral Ballard, the Hon E. Ponavia (Commissioner) and District Scoutmaster Blair

Chief Scout inspecting scout troops, Valletta, Malta
Chief Scout, Sir Robert Baden Powell, accompanied by the Colonial Chief Scout, General Sir Leslie Rundle, inspecting scout troops on Palace Square, Valletta, Malta, 13 February 1913

Inspection of scout troops, Valletta, Malta
Inspection of scout troops on Palace Square, Valletta, Malta, 13 March 1915, by Lord Methuen, Admiral Limpus and Cardinal Carnana. Date: 1915

Inspection of boy scouts at Loyola Camp, British Honduras
A visiting VIP inspects the guard of honour of the Holy Redeemer Boy Scouts Troop at Loyola Camp, British Honduras (now Belize), Central America, 22 May 1951. Date: 1951

Dutch air scouts at Schiphol Airport with KLM aeroplane
Dutch scouts, the Parmentier Air Scout Troop, at Schiphol Airport with a KLM aeroplane, 29 January 1947. They are being inspected by Commander K D Parmentier

Governor inspecting scouts at a rally, Mauritius
The Governor of Mauritius, Sir John Shaw Rennie (1917-2002), with scouting leaders, inspecting boy scouts at a rally. Date: circa 1962

King George VI inspecting firefighters on parade, WW2
King George VI visiting the Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade, Lambeth. Date: 1940

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

Royal visit to LFB Lambeth HQ, WW2
Queen Elizabeth and Princess Elizabeth at a Review of Firewomen at the Lambeth Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade during the Second World War. Date: 1944

Visit to LFB by Mr Attlee, Lord Privy Seal, WW2
Mr Clement Attlee (Lord Privy Seal in Winston Churchills wartime coalition government, later Deputy Prime Minister 1942-1945 and Prime Minister 1945-1951)

Mr Attlee attending hosepipe tests at Wimbledon, WW2
Mr Clement Attlee (Lord Privy Seal in Winston Churchills wartime coalition government, later Deputy Prime Minister 1942-1945 and Prime Minister 1945-1951)

Prince of Wales at London Fire Brigade Annual Review
The Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII) at the Annual Review of the London Fire Brigade in Victoria Park. Date: 1929

Lord Snell at London Fire Brigade Annual Review
Lord Snell (Chairman of the Council) at London Fire Brigade Annual Review in Victoria Park, 30 June 1934, inspecting firefighters wearing Proto breathing equipment. Date: 1934

LCC-London Fire Brigade Royal Review in Hyde Park
London Fire Brigade annual review in Hyde Park, by King Edward VII. Queen Alexandra and the royal children were accompanying him

APM inspecting men, Western Front, France, WW1
An APM (Assistant Provost Marshal) inspecting his men before going on duty, on the Western Front in France during World War One. Date: circa 1916

King George V inspecting Scottish troops, WW1
King George V inspecting Scottish troops during a visit to the Western Front, World War One. Date: circa 1916

Queen Mary and King George V inspecting a group of women
King George V (background) and Queen Mary of Teck (foreground), inspecting the womens land army during the first world war

King George V, inspecting a group of children

National Coal Strike, 1912
National Coal Strike of 1912. A man inspects an important notice of a coal strike which has closed Cannon Street Station, London. Date: 1912

R. A. M. C. Sanitary Detachment
The Sanitary Detachment of the Royal Army Medical Corps, whose role was to test water and inspect food on the front line. Date: August 1914

Viscount Swinton, left, and Frederick Handley Page inspe?
Viscount Swinton, left, and Frederick Handley Page inspect a Kay Gyroplane at the 1938 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at the Fairey Aviation Aerodrome, Great West Road, Hayes, Middlesex

The Meeting of the Emperors of Russia and Germany at Kiel: in the Afternoon the Czar
THE MEETING OF THE EMPERORS OF RUSSIA AND GERMANY AT KIEL: In the afternoon the Czar and the Emperor, the Czarevitch, and Prince Henry of Prussia visited the German flagship Baden

Farmer examining stacked logs

Farmer examining cereal

Farmer examining a young fruit tree

Police signalling disc stopping a car

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"From Wandsworth Prison to Buckingham Palace: A Glimpse into the World of Inspections" In the heart of south west London, Wandsworth Prison stands tall as a place where inspections reveal both order and chaos. During World War II, even Queen Elizabeth found herself under inspection as she reviewed female LFB dispatch riders, showcasing their bravery and resilience. London's firefighters faced scrutiny from none other than Queen Elizabeth II herself, who inspected their courage and dedication in protecting the city. The Home Office conducted rigorous hose tests at Wimbledon during WWII, inspecting the National Fire Service's readiness to combat fires that threatened Britain's safety. Witnessing history unfold during WWI, Maharaja of Patiala meticulously inspected a British Howitzer, highlighting international alliances forged on battlefields. Howard Carter ventured deep into ancient tombs with his team of men for an inspection like no other – uncovering treasures that had been hidden for centuries. Eltham Palace became a hub for knowledge as an Army Education Exhibition allowed visitors to inspect military advancements and learn about strategic warfare tactics. Napoleon himself made his presence felt in Danzig when he inspected troops stationed there – a powerful display of authority during his reign. Children eagerly explore nature's wonders by fishing with nets, inspecting each catch with wide-eyed curiosity and delight in discovering underwater secrets. Cockermouth reveals the devastating effects of climate change as we witness a beehive infected and damaged by Varroa mites – reminding us to inspect our impact on nature's delicate balance. Lunchtime offers a momentary pause from daily routines; it is when colleagues gather around tables to share stories while simultaneously inspecting each other’s meals with envy or admiration. The mighty RMS Queen Mary unveils her grandeur through hull and propeller inspections - marvels of engineering that propelled her across the vast oceans, carrying dreams and aspirations.