Organisations Collection (page 7)

Coxswain Bob Davies prepares to fire the last maroon as the Ferryside station prepares to be closed down at the end of the month. In the background is the Hon. Secretary Lt. Col. Charles Neville

Ferryside lifeboat Richard Ashley in a practice launch in the Estuary, Carmarthenshire, Wales. 8th July 1969

Ferryside Lifeboat Richard Ashley with coxswain David Arthur. July 1969

Ferryside lifeboat Caroline Oates Aver and William Maine plunges away from her launching carriage for her last cruise in the Towy estuary before the station is closed at the end of the month

The motor lifeboat William Maynard leaves the boathouse for a practice launch at Ferryside station, Carmarthenshire. 8th July 1969

2nd St Neots Brownies Childrens Party, 18th January 1967

The Mechanised Transport Corps, a British womens organisation that initially provided its own transport and uniforms and operated during the Second World War

Inspection of Sea Scouts by Commander W. L. Rosseter of the Royal Navy at Paignton
Inspection of Sea Scouts by Commander W.L. Rosseter of the Royal Navy at Paignton harbour, Devon during the Second World War. 21st April 1942

The cheque for £2500 to the Cardiff Air Raid Relief Fund from the British War
The cheque for £ 2500 to the Cardiff Air Raid Relief Fund from the British War Relief Society of America (BWRS), handed over by Mr. Bertram de N

Distribution of Christmas gifts by the Missions to Seamen organisation to ships on the River Thames during the Second World War

Watched by Neville Chamberlain along with Benito Mussolini and Lord Halifax A Youth Display Given By Young Organizations In The Mussolini Forum, in Rome, Italy, on January 14, 1939

Watched by Neville Chamberlain along with Benito Mussolini and Lord Halifax, A Youth Display Given By Young Organizations In The Mussolini Forum, in Rome, Italy, on January 14, 1939

A sister of mercy who sits in a chair all night, guarding the homeless at a building near Whitehall, London, during an air raid in the Second World War. 6th October 1940

Volunteer harvesters holds a service and prayer in the harvest field at Wylam, Northumberland as their day of work comes to a close

His Majesty King George VI walks through guard of honour formed by ARP wardens during his visit to Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire. 1st August 1940

His Majesty King George VI shakes hands with members of womens organisations during his visit to Hull. August 1941

Scouts marching during VJ Day celebrations in England at the end of the Second World War. 15th August 1945

General Petit, Chief of Staff to General Charles De Gaulle, presenting the colours by the people of the French colony in Bristol to Lieutenant Martin of the Free French Forces to take to the Free

Army Cadets selling Poppies ahead of Remembrance Day, Teesside, November 1976

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, North West visits. The Duke chats to three pipers of the Moreton (Wirral) Boys Brigade. They are (left to right) Mike Knox, aged 16, Ian Knox, aged 15

A group of Scouts washing a car, Marton, Middlesbrough. 1976

Sir Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Scouts Youth movement, hands a memento totem pole to a South African delegate at the 3rd World Scout Jamboree, held at Arrowe Park in Upton, Merseyside

Boy scout Brian Eveleigh welcomes to England Yugoslavian Scout, Jurica Liebhardt. 30th July 1954

Air cadets parade. Middlesbrough. 1976

Guisborough scouts parade. 1976

A group of scouts from Guisborough have just completed a coast to coast cycle ride as part of their scouting activities. Left to right, Michael Lynas, Stephen Asprey, Philip Summers and Sam Gardner

The 9th Duke of Marlborough attends the Catholic Scout Guild at Westminster Cathedral. 14th May 1931

Loftus Army Cadets, Loftus, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, 5th February 1994. First girl recruit, Ruth Duck 13, gets some tuition on the mini rifle range at the revamped Army Cadets HQ from new female

Army Cadets take part in annual rifle meeting at Guisborough, 5th September 1970

The annual Cadet Challenge, Territorial Army Centre Coulby Newham, 23rd January 1994. Members of the Girls Venture Coprs, send a message to their team mates

Territorial Army Centre Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough, 2nd February 1992

Nine Cub packs took part in the annual Huddersfield South-West district chess competition. Pictured at the event at Marsden Scout group headquarters in the village United Reformed Church are

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 27th October 1964

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 30th November 1973. Lucky dip at the tombola as Mrs Barbara James of Studley, fishes for her prize at the Birmingham Press Ball at the Mayfair Suite, Birmingham

Birmingham Press Club, 30th November 1962. Dancers at Press Ball in Solihull Civic Centre with copies of specially produced newspaper Spike, containing pictures taken earlier at the ball

Birmingham Press Club Dinner, 17th October 1974. Harold Evans, centre, editor of the Sunday Times, with JL Brown, right, president of Birmingham Press Club and chairman

Guests at the Birmingham Press Club Ball, 26th November 1971

Birmingham Press Club, 19th October 1967. Mrs Mary Gould, last years Birmingham Press Queen is surrounded by aspirants for the 1967 title before the judging at the Post & Mail Building

Birmingham Press Club Candidates for Queendom, 19th October 1967. Nine girls in line, for one of them to win a week luxury holiday in Bermuda as Birmingham Press Queen 1967

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 26th November 1965. Patrick Wymark, actor, with Birmingham Press Queen Miss Julian Bussey (left)

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 26th November 1971. Michael Prince, ATV announcer, and Miss Lesley Goldie, a television actress (second from right)

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 24th November 1967. Pictured, Sir Eric Clayson, Chairman of the Birmingham Post and Mail Ltd, Mrs Joan Lawson, the Press Queen, and members of the Press Ball committee

Birmingham Press Club dinner held at the Grand Hotel. Guests assembling before the meal are (from left) David Clarke, chairman West Midlands Institute of Public Relations, Mrs Nicky Clarke

Birmingham Press Club Ball Circa 1965

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 27th November 1970. Sir Eric Clayson, Chairman of the Birmingham Post and Mail Ltd with Dolores Mantez, actress in ATV series UFO, Birmingham Press Ball

Birmingham Press Club Queen Candidates, 10th October 1962. One of these girls may visit America as the 1962 Birmingham Press Queen

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 30th November 1962. Shireen Dixon, Miss Press Queen 1962 second right

Birmingham Press Queen 1968, Miss Jenny Wood, with runners-up Miss Lesley Joan Cloudsley (left) and Miss Judi Warren, crowned at the Locarno Ballroom, Birmingham

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"Unsung Heroes: Dedicated Crewmen of Lifeboat Organisations" From Fishguard to Goodwick, meet the courageous crew members who risk it all for others. Ken Bean and Ieuan Bateman stand tall as they navigate treacherous waters on the Fishguard and Goodwick Lifeboat. Meanwhile, Frederick Batten and Eric Fry join forces aboard the Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris, ready to answer distress calls at a moment's notice. In this captivating snapshot of history, we witness Mary Jane Clarke of W. S. P. U. , an organization fighting tirelessly for women's suffrage. Her unwavering determination mirrors that of these brave seafarers. The Tynemouth lifeboat Tynesider is hoisted into position with precision - a testament to the teamwork displayed by its crew. Trevor Fryer skillfully handles The Tynemouth Lifeboat Dinghy, ensuring safety even in turbulent conditions. Keeping watch during exercises in the Bristol Channel, these dedicated individuals carve their wake through winter grey waters. Their commitment shines through as they prepare for any emergency that may arise. Lady Frances Osborne bestows honor upon Newbiggin's new lifeboat Augustus and Laura during an emotional naming ceremony. This vessel symbolizes hope and protection for those facing perilous seas. Launching from Holy Island with unyielding resolve, the Holly Island lifeboat Milburn embodies bravery in action. Its crew exemplifies selflessness as they venture forth into unknown dangers. Plymouth witnesses a proud moment as Robert and Marcella Beck motor lifeboat is christened before embarking on its lifesaving mission. These heroes are prepared to face whatever challenges come their way. Lastly, we pay tribute to The Tynemouth lifeboat Henry Frederick Swan - a beacon of strength amidst tumultuous waves. Its name echoes throughout history alongside countless acts of courage performed by its valiant crew members. Today we celebrate these extraordinary organizations whose unwavering dedication saves lives and brings hope to those in need.