Operational Collection (page 3)

Stopping in the Snow
A train halts on a Scottish moor when the water goes off the boil, lowering pressure to the point where it is insuf- -ficient to turn the wheels. Passengers must be patient. Date: 1876

Welsh Rail Ticket
LLANFAIRPWLLGWYNGYLLGOGER- YCHWYRNDROBWLLLLANTYSILIO- GOGOGOCH The station with the longest name is in Wales Date: 1970s

Clapham Junct Signals
The signalman at Clapham Junction - Londons busiest station - is responsible for a huge array of signals : pulling the wrong one could result in catastrophe... Date: 1885

GUARD (1860S)
The guard stands on the platform, raising his left arm and blowing his whistle, informing the driver that the train may leave. Date: circa 1860

Driver Peers Ahead
The driver peers ahead from his open footplate which gives him only minimum protection from rain and wind, hail and snow. Date: 1888

Open Footplate by Day
Bearded driver and young stoker on the open footplate : the caption reads Safety is of the Lord but our driver prudently keeps his hand on the brake-handle. Date: 1860s

Goods transporter at Manchester Station
An overhead transporter carries goods to the appropriate platform at Manchester Station. Date: 1892

19th century railway tickets
One from Edinburgh to Newcastle, courtesy of the North British Railway, then on down to London thanks to the Brandling Junction Railway Company. Date: 1844

Ticket office queue at station
Passengers queue to purchase their tickets. Date: 1891

Republic P-47B-developed from the P-35 and P-43 fighters, the high powered P-47 became operational in Europe at the end of 1942

Commonwealth CA-13 Boomerang - first flown in May 1942 when the Japanese were already ashore in New Guinea, the Boomerang became operational in April 1943

Armstrong Whitworth FK 8 two-seat reconnaissance bomber, first flown in May 1916, with an operational debut in January 1917. Production ended in July 1918. Date: circa 1916-1918

Arado Ar 234B-Germanys and the Worlds first operational jet bomber Used from August 1944, it was fast enough to evade any attempt at interception

AEG G III German three-man bomber which made its prototype debut in December 1916, and was delivered to KG I in spring 1917

Fighter bombers v. dive bombers by G. H. Davis
Fighter bombers versus dive bombers during the Second World War: operational methods defined. The dive bomber is vulnerable to fighter attack -- the fighter bomber is a more versatile weapon

Rommels Panzers by G. H. Davis
Rommels Panzers: details of the PZ Mark IV, and German methods of tank transportation and refuelling during the Second World War. Date: 1942

Menace of the U-boat by G. H. Davis
The deadly menace of the U-boat: the power and possibilities of Germanys underwater wolves. Some details of the operational methods of enemy submarines working in the Atlantic shipping lanes during

Detailed map of Gallipoli Peninsula and the Dardanelles Turkey, 1915, from The
KW294116 Detailed map of Gallipoli Peninsula and the Dardanelles Turkey, 1915, from The War Illustrated Album deLuxe, published in London, 1916 (litho) by English School

Avro Vulcan B2 XH563 of No 230 Operational Conversion Unit
Avro Vulcan B2, XH563, of No 230 Operational Conversion Unit, RAF Finningley, Yorks, comes in to land

Hawker Hunter F6 XG196 of No234 Squadron
Hawker Hunter F6, XG196, of No234 Squadron of 229 Operational Conversion Unit, RAF Chivenor. April 1974

Soviet MiG-15 jet fighter C015 / 6193
MiG-15. View of a Soviet MiG-15 jet fighter. The MiG-15 (NATO reporting name Fagot ) was the first swept-wing jet fighter produced by the Soviet Union

MiG-35 fighter at airshow C015 / 6191
MiG-35. A Russian MiG-35 fighter seen inverted during a display at an airshow. The MiG-35 is a single-seat, twin engined fighter

North American P-51 D Mustang, Gunfighter flying above Holman Field, St. Paul

North American P-51 D Mustang, Gunfighter near Holman Field, St. Paul

North American P-51 D Dazzling Donna flying over Fleming Field, St. Paul, Minnesota

North American P-51D Mustang Formation, Donna-Mite, Tuskegee Redtail and Dazzling Donna, flying above Fleming Field in St. Paul

P-51 D Dazzling Donna at the Fleming Field in St. Paul, Minnesota

MFB Woolwich fire station, SE London
One of the last fire stations to be built by the MFB in 1887 prior to the creation of the London County Council and the changing of the name of the brigade to the London Fire Brigade

MFB Woolwich fire station SE18
Woolwich fire station was built for the MFB by the Metropolitan Board of Works in 1879 at a cost of £ 4, 460. It was altered in 1910 at a cost of £ 4, 515

LCC-LFB Kilburn fire station, NW London
The elegant frontage of Kilburn fire station, at 138 Maida Vale, Kilburn. This was one of the first fire stations opened for the renamed London Fire Brigade, formerly the Metropolitan Fire Brigade

LCC-LFB Coach purchased as a Brigade Control Unit
This rather dishevelled looking former coach was purchased by the London Fire Brigade as its new Brigade Control Unit. Following a thorough overhaul

LCC-LFB Brigade photographers at work
Two of the London Fire Brigades team of operational photographers. For well over 150 years a photographic record of the Brigade at fires

GLC-LFB appliance fleet, Photographic Unit
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

LCC-LFB breakdown lorry (BL) at Lambeth HQ
The London Fire Brigades sole breakdown lorry, stationed at the headquarters station, Lambeth, located on the Albert Embankment SE1

Signalman Bayliss stands by his levers in the signal box at Haverstock Hill, London. Date: 1909

Station Masters Office
The Station Master in his office at Warden Central with the coat of arms for Midland and South Eastern Railway on the door Date: 1960s

Oiling up a locomotive
A railway maintenance worker oiling up the pistons of a steam locomotive. Date: 1957

French British cooperation WWII
A group of French and British pilots study an operational chart during World War II

Nur Certificate
National Union of Railwaymen : Certificate presented to Brother P Bavidge as a token of their esteem by his colleagues at the Halifax No 1 branch of the Union

V1 bomb counter measures committee, 1944
The chairmen of the war cabinet committee on operational counter measures against the " flying bomb" or V1: Mr. Duncan Sandys, M.P(centre), with leaders who directed the battle

Steam Locos & Signals
A view from the drivers cab of a mailine steam locomotive nearing Waterloo railway station, London. Two locomotives, spewing out thick smoke, are approaching

Engine Driver Photo
Driver and stoker on the footplate of a night train - a dramatic photograph which effectively captures the excitement of the engine crews job

Booking clerk inside a ticket office
Inside the ticket office - the booking clerk serves a passenger, who is paying with a bank note

On the Footplate
On the footplate of the Night Mail : the railwayman is preparing to catch the sack of mail suspended beside the line

Rail Signals
FRENCH RAIL SIGNALS (full details, too long to set out here, can be found on the reverse of the original card, in our files)

Society of Rail Servants
A wonderfully illustrated commemorative certificate, conferring the rail workers of Market Rasen into membership of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants

Crossing Gate Keeper
A French crossing gate keeper, armed with horn and flag to provide aural and visual warnings of an approaching train

At a Level Crossing
A country wagon waits at a level crossing while a train headed by a Schools class locomotive is waved at by a boy on the gate

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"Operational Excellence: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to World War II, where a powerful poster of unity and resilience adorned the streets. The activities of the 52 (Lowland) Division showcased their unwavering dedication and bravery. In another corner of London, firefighters stood tall with hoses in hand during the LFB annual review at Lambeth HQ. Their commitment to protecting lives and property was evident as they reflected on another year of service. Transport yourself to an era when Marie Lloyd's enchanting voice filled the air, singing her famous song "Oh Mr Porter. " The Camden Round House became a hub for entertainment, bringing joy amidst challenging times. Witness innovation unfold as the LCC-LFB Merryweather self-propelled Fire King pump roared into action. This remarkable piece of machinery revolutionized firefighting techniques and saved countless lives across London. Euston fire station stood proudly in NW London under the watchful eye of LCC-MFB. Its dedicated team worked tirelessly to ensure swift responses to emergencies, providing safety and reassurance to their community. Hatcham saw its guardian angel in LCC-MFB New Cross fire station. Situated in SE London, this station served as a beacon of hope for residents facing perilous situations, offering solace through their heroic efforts. Westminster fire station held its ground in SW London under the jurisdiction of LCC-LFB. With precision and skill, these brave firefighters protected one of Britain's most iconic areas from devastating fires that threatened historical landmarks. Londoners found comfort knowing that LCC-LFB Brixton fire station stood strong in SW8. Its presence symbolized safety within reach for those residing or passing through this vibrant neighborhood. The mass jets at the annual review at Lambeth HQ showcased not only power but also unity among firefighters who faced adversity head-on together—heroes standing shoulder-to-shoulder against any challenge thrown their way.