Inspection Collection

The British Fleet - Spithead, 1914
Britains Bulwarks. The great fleet assembled at Spithead, Portsmouth - July 16th - 20th 1914 for King George Vs inspection, three weeks after the declaration of war against Germany

Four early women police officers in uniform, WW1
Four early women police officers in uniform, in the street outside the Women Police Service building, London, on duty during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Wandsworth Prison, south west London
A galleried wing of Wandsworth Prison in south west London. Two warders inspect the cells

Crew inspection of the Vickers Vimy selected for the England to Australia flight. In the front from left: Capt Ross Smith, Lt Keith Smith and Sgt W.H. (Wally) Shiers. In the rear cockpit is J.M

Police Inspection
Police Officers line up for inspection with their truncheons and notebooks Metropolitan Police

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

Lord Mountbatten inspecting Sea Scouts
Lord Louis Mountbatten of Burma, Commodore of Sea Scouts, inspecting the 2nd Cowes Sea Scouts on the opening of their new Headquarters. August 1977

LITTLE DORRIT
Floras tour of inspection

The Mayor of Reading, Councillor W. E. C. McIlroy, inspecting members of the Auxiliary
The Mayor of Reading, Councillor W.E.C. McIlroy, inspecting members of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) at a display in the city centre during the Second World War. 11th June 1942

The Wardens of the Amsterdam Drapers Guild, known as The Syn
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669). Dutch painter. The Wardens of the Amsterdam Drapers Guild, known as The Syndics, 1662. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Winston Churchill at Croydon Airport, 1939
Churchill leaves his plane at Croydon Airport after flying back from an inspection of the Maginot Line on August 23rd, 1939 - just over a week before the Second World War broke out. Date: 1939

NFS - Home Office hose tests at Wimbledon, WW2
London Region NFS/AFS firefighters assisting in Home Office trials to improve water delivery systems to emergency dams and onto fires after the fire service was nationalised in August 1941

A customer inspects a haggis, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Lord Roberts inspects Rugby School OTC
Lord Roberts, former Commander-in-Chief of the British Army and recipient of the Victoria Cross during the Indian Mutiny, visits Rugby School in February 1906 where he inspects the schools Rifle Club

BANK OF ENGLAND, 1872. Entrance to the gold bullion vaults at the Bank of England in London. Engraving, English, 1872

Sir Douglas Haig and Vice Admiral Keyes at Dover
Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig (1861-1928) and Vice Admiral Sir Roger John Brownlow Keyes (1872-1945) inspecting a Royal Navy guard of honour on their arrival at Dover, Kent. circa December 1918

British Howitzer inspected by Maharaja of Patiala, WW1
A British 12 inch Mark III railway Howitzer being inspected by the Maharaja of Patiala (Maharaja Bhupinder Singh, 1891-1938) on the Western Front near Borre in France during the First World War

Dog Show Childrens Class
The Transvaal Kennel Club Show, Johannesburg, childrens class. In white dresses and hats, very young children hold their dogs for the judges inspection, watched by parents

Montenegro Soldiers
Montengro soldiers at their weekly drill and inspection of weapons

The Birmingham Horse Fair, c. 1841-49 (w / c on paper)
2959557 The Birmingham Horse Fair, c.1841-49 (w/c on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 18.7x29.6 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Field Marshal Douglas Haig reviewing Canadian troops, Drocourt-Queant, 31 August 1918, (1926)
Field Marshal Douglas Haig reviewing Canadian troops, Drocourt-Queant, France, 31 August 1918. Two days later the Canadians attacked and broke through the German defences of the Drocourt-Queant Line

Yeoman Warders of the Tower on their way to Easter service at St. Peter ad Vincula Chapel in the Tower of London after their annual inspection by the governor of the Tower. Date: 1936

Mr Hore Belisha opens the Territorial Drill Hall in Lamorbey, Kent. Here Mr Belisha is inspecting the guard of honour. 1 December 1938

Napoleon (1769-1821) Visiting the Bivouacs on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz
XIR182602 Napoleon (1769-1821) Visiting the Bivouacs on the Eve of the Battle of Austerlitz, 1st December 1805 (oil on canvas) by Bacler d Albe

Lord Kitchener inspecting Indian troops
Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener, (1850 - 1916), Field Marshal, diplomat, and statesman, inspecting Indian troops at Hampton Court, West London

Frank G. Carpenter inspecting new railroad, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Frank G. Carpenter inspecting new railroad, between c1900 and 1916

Wife of a Court Official. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
Wife of a Court Official. Irkutsk, 1904. Boris Vasilievich Smirnov (1881-1954) was a Russian artist who in 1904 traveled by prisoner transport from western Russia across Siberia

Great bowerbird (Chlamydera nuchalis), male showing off treasures whilst female inspects bower. Lake Argyle, Kununurra, Western Australia

HM King George VI (in RAF uniform) leaves a de Havilland Flamingo transport during an aircraft factory inspection, 15 August 1940. Date: 1940

Scott-Hansen and Johansen Inspecting the Barometers, 1893-1896, (1897). Sigurd Scott-Hansen (1868-1937) and Fredrik Hjalmar Johansen (1867-1913)

World War 1: The Farewell Review
3787016 World War 1: The Farewell Review'; (add.info.: World War 1: The Farewell Review'. Review of the American army in Chicago before shipping out to Europe to fight on side of the Allied)

The Royal Visit to India: Grand Review at Delhi, the Gallop Past, 1911 (litho)
DND443698 The Royal Visit to India: Grand Review at Delhi, the Gallop Past, 1911 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Delhi Durbar)

"The Trust Giants Point of View: What A Funny Little Government
955458 " The Trust Giants Point of View: What A Funny Little Government?", illustration from The Verdict, January 22nd, 1900 (colour litho) by Taylor

Lady Leverhulme, vice-chairman of the National Association of the Womens Junior Air Corps (WJAC), inspecting the Hoylake unit of the corps at the County School Grounds, West Kirby

R. A. F. armourers working with 12, 000 lb bombs. Lancaster Bombers have been
R.A.F. armourers working with 12, 000 lb bombs. Lancaster Bombers have been using these bombs with great success. Picture taken 14th October 1944

Women night workers at Texas Instruments Ltd in Bedford Circa February 1970. Workers seen here grading transistors and integrated circuit boards

Quality control at the BSA Factory, Small Heath, Birmingham seen here inspecting the front forks for BSA motorcycles. Circa 1965

Quality Control at the end of the production line at the BSA Factory, Small Heath, Birmingham. Circa 1965

Bilston Pottery 1958 A worker inspects the controls for the electrical operated kiln at the Bilston Pottery

The Mayor of Stratford Upon Avon, Councillor Patrick Dare, pictured with Major General THF Foulkes, representing the Commandant of the Corps of Royal Engineers

Making bowls is a fine art. At Messers Clapshaw and Cleave works, Coventry Road, Birmingham where woods for the game of bowls are made

Customers at the secondhand gramophone record stall at the flea market in Club Row, Bethnal Green, E1 London 1st March 1955

The Queen inspects the 1st Battalion and Argyll Sutherland Highlanders at Catterick Garrison. 9th November 1978

Queen Elizabeth II visits Hartlepool during her Silver Jubilee tour. 14th July 1977

Model Ashleigh Summers checks under the bonnet of the new TVR V8S at the 1991 Motor Show 16th October 1991

Merchant Navy Training June 1944 The lads have their feet inspected The lads put their best foot forward

Night Clubs. Bunny Girls in the office having their tails looked at. August 1974 P018497

Visit to England by the Shah of Persia
Visit by Ahmad Shah Qajar (1898-1930) - Shah of Persia (Iran) from 1909 to 1925. The Qajar dynasty. An inspection of the guard of honour at Dover

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"Unveiling the Hidden Stories: A Glimpse into Moments of Inspection" Wandsworth Prison, south west London - Behind the imposing walls, diligent inspections ensure order and security prevail. Four early women police officers in uniform, WW1 - Breaking barriers with bravery, these pioneering women proudly stand for inspection during a time of great change. The British Fleet - Spithead, 1914 - Majestic ships lined up for inspection as they prepare to safeguard the nation's shores amidst looming uncertainty. Crew inspection of the Vickers Vimy - Attention to detail is paramount as aviators meticulously examine their aircraft before embarking on daring adventures through the skies. Police Inspection - Officers stand tall and resolute under scrutiny, demonstrating their commitment to serving and protecting their communities. Queen Elizabeth II inspecting firefighters, London - Her Majesty acknowledges the courage and dedication of those who selflessly battle flames while ensuring public safety. Lord Mountbatten inspecting Sea Scouts - Inspiring young minds through leadership and guidance, Lord Mountbatten instills values that will shape future generations. LITTLE DORRIT – Amidst Victorian society's complexities, an inspector uncovers hidden truths within Dickens' timeless tale of love and redemption. Yeoman Warders of the Tower on their way to Easter service – Clad in iconic uniforms steeped in history, these guardians march towards tradition while preserving ancient heritage at one of England's most famous landmarks. Lord Roberts inspects Rugby School OTC – Molding character through discipline and camaraderie; this military inspection fosters strength both physically and mentally among young cadets. The Wardens of Amsterdam Drapers Guild known as The Syn – In a display of unity and purposeful coordination; guild members gather for inspection embodying centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation.