Irwin Collection

Astronaut Jim Irwin saluting the American flag by the lunar rover and the lunar module Falcon at the Hadley-Apennine
APOLLO 15: JIM IRWIN, 1971. Astronaut Jim Irwin saluting the American flag by the lunar rover and the lunar module Falcon at the Hadley-Apennine landing site, during the Apollo 15 mission

APOLLO 15, 1971. Jim Irwin standing by the lunar rover, Mount Hadley in the background

May Irwin in The widow Jones supported by John C. Rice. Date c1895

John Irwin grocers, Pensby Road, Heswall, Merseyside
John Irwin Sons & Co Ltd, cash grocers, Pensby Road, Heswall, Wirral, Merseyside, with delivery van and staff posing in a group outside. Date: circa 1920

The Chanin Building, New York City, USA
The Chanin Building (also known as 122 East 42nd Street), New York City, USA. The building is named for Irwin S. Chanin, its developer - designed by Sloan & Robertson in the Art Deco style

The Original War Cabinet, 1939, (1945). Creator: Unknown
The Original War Cabinet, 1939, (1945). British politicians at the start of the Second World War. Standing from left to right: Sir John Anderson, Lord Hankey, Leslie Hore-Belisha, Winston Churchill

The crew of the Apollo 15 Mission at the Manned Spacecraft Centre, Houston, Texas, 1971. Artist: NASA
The crew of the Apollo 15 lunar mission at the Manned Spacecraft Centre, Houston, Texas, 1971. From left to right: David R. Scott (mission commander), Alfred M

Mademoiselle From The Maginot Line
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Mademoiselle From The Maginot Line, words and music by Al and Bob Harvey, created by Jack Payne and his band, who can be seen in the portrait photograph

We'll Meet Again, Music Cover
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for We'll Meet Again, words and music by Ross Parker and Hughie Charles. Featured and broadcast by Billy Cotton and his band

When They Sound The Last All Clear
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for When They Sound The Last All Clear, by Hugh Charles and Louis Elton, recorded and broadcast by Vera Lynn, who can be seen in the portrait photograph

The Navy's Here Music Cover
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for The Navy's Here, by Ross Parker and Hugh Charles. The image shows a British warship convoy of the Royal Navy. Date: 1941

There'll Always Be An England
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for There'll Always Be An England, words and music by Ross Parker and Hughie Charles. Sung by Glyn Davies

Four Buddies Music Sheet Cover
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Four Buddies, words by Paul Cunningham, music by Leonard Whitcup. The image portrays four smiling British military men, including figures of the Royal Navy

When The Lights Go On Again
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for When The Lights Go On Again (All Over The World), by Eddie Seiler, Sol Marcus and Bennie Benjemen

Chocolate Soldiers From The U. S. A
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Chocolate Soldiers From The U.S.A. by Elton Box, Sonny Cox and Lewis Ilda. The image portrays a smiling military man driving along a country road

The King Is Still In London
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for The King Is Still In London, by Roma Campbell Hunter and Hugh Charles. Accompanied with a portrait photograph of Billy Cotton, who featured

French duo the Irwin sisters, stars of the French music hall
The French duo the Irwin sisters famous stars of the Paris music hall, 1920s Date: 1920s

Ocean Liners - items from collection of Miss Irwin
Ocean Liners - fascinating extensive collection of Lancastria printed ephemera, Canadian Pacific, Canberra collected by Miss Irwin, later Mrs Hughes around 1933. Date: circa 1930s

Music cover, A Street in Old Seville, Marjorie Stedeford
Music cover, A Street in Old Seville, by Rodd Arden and Leo Towers, featured and broadcast by Marjorie Stedeford. Date: 1935

Music cover, I Love You Very Much, Madame, words and music by Fred Grundland and Michael Carr, recorded and broadcast by Ambrose and his Embassy Band. Date: 1934

Ben Crenshaw & Mrs Irwin Ryder Cup Walton Heath, 19 September 1981 Date: 19 September 1981

Hale Irwin USA, 04 April 1995 Date: 04 April 1995

Spotlight on five dancers and dance teams, 1928. Nancy Carroll (top left) signed to Paramount Pictures, Adele Smith (top right) appearing in George Whites Manhatten Mary, Ilya Raycelle (centre)

The Irwin Sisters and Florence Forman who appeared at the Wintergarten Theatre, Berlin Date: circa 1920s

Simla, Vice Regal Lodge, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Simla, Vice Regal Lodge, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Irwin Hall, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2015. Artist: Brian O Connor
Irwin Hall, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2015

Theo Croker and Irwin Hall, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2015

The Apollo 15 lunar mission insignia, 1971. Artist: NASA
The Apollo 15 lunar mission insignia, 1971

James Irwin (1930-1991) with the Lunar Roving Vehicle during Apollo 15, 1971. Artist: NASA
James Irwin (1930-1991) with the Lunar Roving Vehicle during Apollo 15, 1971. Irwin works on the Lunar Roving Vehicle during the first Apollo 15 lunar surface extravehicular activity (EVA-1)

Astronaut James Irwin (1930-1991) gives a salute on the Moon, 1971. Artist: NASA
Astronaut James Irwin (1930-1991) gives a salute on the Moon, 1971. Irwin, pilot of the Lunar Module, gives a military salute while standing beside the deployed U.S

A Native Wurley, 1886. Artist: A Irwin
A Native Wurley, 1886. Australian aboriginals in a wurley or hut. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol II, by Andrew Garran

Apollo 15 astronaut James Irwin with the Lunar Rover, August 1971
Apollo 15 astronaut James Irwin, with the Lunar Rover with Mount Hadley in the background, August 1971. The Lunar Rover, which enabled the Apollo astronauts to travel further across the moon

Garden Lupin (Lupinus Polyphyllus) And Buttercups (Ranunculus) In A Field At Sunset; Fall River, Nova Scotia, Canada

A Waterfall Cascading Over Rocks In A Forest; Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada

Waterfall And Pool In A Mossy Forest Ravine In Springtime Along Old Sanford Brook Near West Gore; Nova Scotia, Canada

A Spring Waterfall In The Forest; Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada

An Autumn Red Maple In A Grassy Meadow Beside The Mersey River Near Jakes Landing, Kejimkujik National Park; Nova Scotia, Canada

A Brook Flowing Out Of Hobsons Lake With Ice On The Wet Rock, Birch Cove Lakes Wilderness; Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada

Small Waterfall In The Woods In Autumn; Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada

Spring Waterfalls On Horse Pasture Brook; Wentworth Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada

Mersey River Reflections In Autumn Transformed Into Red Via Digital Filter For A More Interpretive Effect At Kejimkujik National Park; Nova Scotia, Canada

Along A Section Of Horse Pasture Brook; Wentworth Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada

A Brilliant Spring Sun Highlights The Tumbling White Water And Lush Green Mosses On Big Brook, Kellys Mountain; Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada

Waterfall And Mossy Rocks, East Branch Of Great Village River, Near Wentworth Valley; Nova Scotia, Canada

Winter Cascades; Enfield, Nova Scotia, Canada

Wind Tossed Maple Along The Mersey River In Autumn, Kejimkujik National Park; Nova Scotia, Canada

Icicles And Blue Shadowed Cascades On A Small Waterfall; Enfield, Nova Scotia, Canada

Forest Meadow In Glowing Autumn Colours Near The Floodplain Of The Mersey River, Kejimkujik National Park; Nova Scotia, Canada

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Astronaut Jim Irwin, a symbol of American pride, salutes the flag on the lunar surface during the historic Apollo 15 mission in 1971. With the lunar rover and Falcon module as witnesses, his patriotic gesture embodies the spirit of exploration and national unity. In this captivating photograph captured by Astronaut David R. Scott, Mount Hadley looms majestically in the background, reminding us of humanity's audacious quest for knowledge beyond Earth's boundaries. While Jim Irwin made history among the stars, another notable figure named May Irwin graced stages with her talent. Known for her role in 'The Widow Jones, ' supported by John C. Rice, she captivated audiences with her remarkable performances that left lasting impressions. In a different context but equally evocative is 'Mademoiselle From The Maginot Line. ' This phrase conjures images of resilience and courage amidst adversity – qualities mirrored both in space exploration and wartime heroism. Music has always been a powerful medium to evoke emotions and memories; songs like 'We'll Meet Again' or 'When They Sound The Last All Clear' resonate deeply within our hearts as reminders of hope during challenging times. As we delve into music covers such as 'The Navy's Here' or 'There'll Always Be An England, ' we are transported back to an era when unity prevailed over division – a sentiment still relevant today. Let us not forget those who fought side by side during World War II; their camaraderie immortalized through songs like 'Four Buddies. ' These melodies serve as timeless tributes to friendship forged on battlefields far from home. Amidst uncertainty, there is solace found in anthems like 'When The Lights Go On Again' or even lighthearted tunes such as 'Chocolate Soldiers From The U. S. A. ' Music unites us across borders and generations while providing comfort during trying times.