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Commandant Kiefer & 4 Commando Memorial
This is in Colleville-Montgomery opposite the First British Graves Memorial and remembers both Kieffer and the French Forces of No 4 Commando. There are a number of memorials to Kieffer

Fontaine-Henry Memorial to Canadian Liberators
This Memorial, which is on Route 1 of the Canadian Memorial Routes and was unveiled in 1994, lists the following units - First Hussars; la Chaudiere; Regina Rifles; 13th RCA (Royal Canadian Artillery)

Airstrip B3 Memorial area, Ste Croix sur Mer, Normandy
This was the first British landing strip to became operational - on 10 June 1944. The first Squadrons to land here were 130 and 133 at 1200 on the 10th

Plaque to Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Highlanders
This is one of the plaques on a German bunker on the edge of Juno Beach at Bernieres. The Highlanders came ashore on D Day and were one of the first (if not the first)

la Maison Queens Own Rifles of Canada Bernieres
This building on Juno beach is clearly seen in the pictures of Canadian troops landing on D Day. It is now a memorial to the Queens. The building on D Day is menorm099

Iron Mike US Paratrooper Memorial Normandy
The bronze statue is a replica of one in the US Army Infantry School at Fort Benning. This one was unveiled by Major General Kellog Commander 82nd Airborne on 7 June 1997

Stratford House in Stratford Place, London, c. 1960. Thi?
Stratford House in Stratford Place, London, circa 1960. This was one of the sites considered by the Royal Aeronautical Society for the location of its new lecture theatre. Date: circa 1960

The corner of Harley Street and Queen Anne Street, Lond?
The corner of Harley Street and Queen Anne Street, London, circa 1960. This was one of the sites considered by the Royal Aeronautical Society for the location of its new lecture theatre

A bearded man stands in front of 3 ornately carved columns
Black and white. A bearded man stands in front of 3 ornately carved columns which are falling into disrepair - one of them has lost its middle section. At least of of the carvings represents Buddha

A room with a low ceiling and dirt floor
Black and white. A room with a low ceiling and dirt floor. The stone walls (partly in ruins) have been carved decoratively and there are several doorways

Suffragettes Swimming Hot Air Balloon Muriel Matters
A cartoon illustration by Alfred Chantrey Courbold (1852-1920) of suffragettes swimming towards a flotilla of toy boats. Behind them are large Votes for Women banners whilst pro-suffrage leaflets

Suffragette Votes for Women Ceramic Cat
A dark grey pottery figure of a cat with ribbon bow around its neck. This example has a hole at the top of the head and could have been used as a match holder or small vase

W. S. P. U Flag Bristol Arson 1913
The original W.S.P.U flag in purple, white and green cloth which was stolen from the offices and shop, Queens Road, Bristol, October 1913

Couple relaxing on a sail boat
This is really a delightful place. Edwardian scene depicting romantic couple spooning at the seaside on a smaill sailing craft. Date: 1905

Cartoon on Rising Prices
OUT OF THE FRYING PAN. War veteran: " They told me I was fighting for dear life, but I never dreamt it was going to be as dear as all this." Date: 1920

WW1 Fokker Aeroplane
World War 1 Fokker Aeroplane, England. Used by the Royal Flying Corps in World War One. This is in fact a Dutch aeroplane not German as stated Date: 1910s

South Africa - Kaffir Caves
Black and white photograph of mouth of cave used as dwelling-place, South Africa.. This slide dates from the late 19th century. The racial term kaffir was commonly used at the time

Jamaica - Kings House, Kingston
Slide showing a photograph of Kings House (also known as Government House) is the official residence of the Governor-General of Jamaica, who represents the Jamaican Monarch, and head of state

Jamaica - Kings House Grounds, Kingston
Slide showing a photograph of the grounds of the Kings House (also known as Government House) is the official residence of the Governor-General of Jamaica, who represents the Jamaican Monarch

Soldiers of the King
Hand coloured. A moustached man in military uniform decorated with many medals. He is holding a sword. This man is believed to be Field Marshall Frederick Roberts (1832-1914)

Stanley and Followers
Hand coloured. A posed photograph of African men and women sitting/standing in rows. Many have headwraps and colourful shawls. A Caucasian man in a suit and top hat sits in the centre

Ornately carved stone doorway
Black and white. Ornately carved stone doorway with rounded archway above. At least one of the carvings represents Buddha.Believed to be an image of some part of the Ajanta cave complex

The Ajanta cave complex
Black and white. Two small boys sitting outside the entrance to a large structure carved into a cliff face. There are two lion statues on either side of the staircase leading up to the entrance

A large round doorway carved from stone
Black and white. a large round doorway carved from stone, with many ornate carvings around it, some of which appear to represent women and children

A Chaitya - Buddhist prayer hall
Black and white. View of the inside of a building called a Chaitya (Buddhist prayer hall) with heavily carved walls and columns

View of the inside of a building with arched roof
Black and white. View of the inside of a building with arched roof and ornately carved walls. There are carved columns are just visible below, and a large, shrine like structure at the far end

A man sitting on a stone block next to a low cliff face
Black and white. A man sitting on a stone block next to a low cliff face, which has doorways carved into it. Believed to be an image of some part of the Ajanta cave complex

Image of a wall carved in an Asian decorative style
Black and white. Image of a wall carved in an Asian decorative style. Includes representations of Buddha in several poses. Believed to be an image of some part of the Ajanta cave complex

Japan - A Peculiar Native Bridge at Sumi-Yoshi
Lantern slide of a Peculiar Native Bridge at Sumi-Yoshi. Bridge has very high arch. Soribashi is one of the representative structures of Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine

Switzerland - Lucerne the Hofkirche
Coloured lantern slide of a view across Lucerne, Switzerland with the stand out twin spires of Hofkirche or Church of St. Leodegar

Earl Roberts Reception in London
Black and white. Illustration of a procession lined by many members of the British Royal Guard. The procession goes past a grand building in the background and a streetlamp in the foreground

Italy - Naples - Monument in the Piazza de Martiri
Coloured lantern slide of the piazza de Martiri in naples, Italy. This square took on patritoic significance in 1861 when Italy was united. The monument in the centre was erected in 1866

Italy - Arezzo - Birthplace of Petrarch
Coloured lantern slide of street scene loooking down a hill with interesting building on left with lots of plaques on the wall

Italy - Isola Bella from the shore
Coloured lantern slide of the island Isola Bella near Taormina, Siciliy, Italy. It is also know as the Pearl of the Ionian Sea

Italy - Lake Orta from the South
Coloured lantern slide of Lake Orta in north Italy, taken from the south. This slide depicts the lake at nightime with a moon and its reflection that it casts into the lake

Japan - Bandai-san volcano
Lantern slide of In the Crater of Bandai-San. Bandai-san is a volcano in the central area of Fukushima Prefecture, southern Tohoku

Suffragette Window Smashing Bow Street
This shows a large queue of people, surrounded by police, waiting to enter Bow Street Magistrates Court. Captioned on reverse, Window Smashing Continued

Suffragette W. S. P. U Joan of Arc Brooch
Brooch depicting the figure of Joan of Arc, the patron saint of the suffragettes. The brooch was based on the image designed by Hilda Dallas for a poster, advertising The Suffragette newspaper

Suffragette Xmas Card Womans Rights
Elaborate suffragette Xmas card with purple silk banner, labelled, Womans Rights and small china dolls at each side. The lettering is in green

Suffragette Proof Racecourse
Following the action of Emily Wilding Davison at the 1913 Epsom Derby, the racecourse authorities were keen to avoid any repetition. This cartoon envisages the Race Course of the Near Future, suff

Suffragette Card Game PANKO Artwork
Original artwork by E.T Reed (Edward Tennyson Reed 1860-1933) for the suffragette card game PANKO. This shows Christabel Pankhurst holding a scroll labeled vfw and calling for Law Law Law

Suffragette Flora Drummond Stanhope Toy
A Stanhope or optical toy, a device which allows the viewing of microphotographs without using a microscope. The stanhope was invented in 1857 by Rene Dagron, a French photographer

Suffragette Novelty Toy Jumping Suffragette
A novelty toy, entitled, The Jumping Suffragette or, How the Suffragette Lost Her Head. Consists of a plastic doll, dressed in the colours and a Votes for Women sash, carrying an umbrella

Suffragette Womens Freedom League China
A Womens Freedom League china saucer with banner decoration, W.F.L Votes for Women badge or shield emblem, and the motto of the organisation - Dare To Be Free

Suffragette Crested Bell Forcibly Fed
A two-sided china bell, on one side is the face of a young woman with long hair and a pearl necklace. Below is the motto, This lady shall have a vote with the crest of Southport

Suffragette Votes for Women Crested Figurine
A two-sided head and shoulders figurine of a suffragette with Votes for Women on her bonnet. One side has the crest of Tettenhall (now in the West Midlands)

Women War Work WW1 Women Painters
Lithograph by Archibald Standish Hartrick (1864-1950), one of a set of twelve published in December 1918. The lithographs were issued in a portfolio entitled, Playing the Game, War Work 1914-1918

Women War Work WW1 Bus Conductor
Lithograph by Archibald Standish Hartrick (1864-1950), one of a set of twelve published in December 1918. The lithographs were issued in a portfolio entitled, Playing the Game, War Work 1914-1918

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"This" is a captivating collection of historical artifacts and photographs that offer glimpses into various aspects of the past. From the Suffragette W. S. P. U Badge Sylvia Pankhurst to the Suffragette Hunger Strike Medal W. S. P. U, these items symbolize the relentless fight for women's rights and equality. They serve as powerful reminders of the bravery and determination exhibited by those who paved the way for future generations. Imagine if London flooded tomorrow - what would you do? This thought-provoking question makes us ponder our preparedness in times of crisis and how we would adapt to unforeseen circumstances. The Kaman HH-43B Huskie, 62-4535 base rescue helicopter, takes us back to a time when aerial rescues were carried out with skill and precision. Its presence reminds us of the selflessness displayed by those involved in emergency services. An 1889 photograph capturing RMS Teutonic's launch offers a glimpse into maritime history, showcasing technological advancements during that era. It transports us back to an age where grand ships ruled the seas. The Douglas C-124 Globemaster O-265406 represents a significant milestone in aviation history. Its imposing figure evokes images of daring pilots pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers through air travel. "Dancing Hours" brings forth visions of elegance, grace, and joyous celebrations from yesteryears. This artwork encapsulates moments frozen in time – reminding us to cherish life's fleeting pleasures. The Suffragette Hunger Strike Medal Christmas Card serves as both a reminder of sacrifice made by suffragettes during their struggle for voting rights while also highlighting festive sentiments shared even amidst challenging times. Aerial views provide unique perspectives on familiar landscapes such as Railway Goods Station at Marylebone Station or North Fulham Road near Stamford Bridge. These snapshots capture bustling city scenes from above, emphasizing urban development over time. Lastly, Hawker Hunter FGA. 74 505 represents the prowess of military aviation.