1920 1929 Collection (page 8)

Mount Rushmore
Construction begins on the Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota, circa 1929. The face of US president George Washington is already visible. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Deauville Beach
The crowded beach at Deauville during the holiday season, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Trying To Watch The Game
A group of children trying to watch a baseball game at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn, New York circa 1920. (Photo by Paul Thompson/FPG/Getty Images)

The Reichstag Building
The Reichstag building, with the Memorial to Otto von Bismarck in the foreground, in Berlin, Germany, circa 1925. Completed in 1894

Kroll Garden
Coffee and a concert in the gardens of the Kroll Opera House in Berlin, on a sunday afternoon, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Wet Schlossplatz
A streetsweeper in the Schlossplatz in Berlin, after the rain, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Reichenstein Castle
The Falkenburg of Reichenstein Castle, near Trechtingshausen on the River Rhine in Germany, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Unter Den Linden
Traffic on Unter Den Linden in Berlin, where it crosses the Freidrichstrasse, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Bietschtal Viaduct
The Bietschtal Viaduct carries the LAotschberg railway line across the Bietsch Valley in Switzerland, circa 1920. (Photo by Paul Thompson/FPG/Getty Images)

Gallusanlage
A Handelshaus or business house on the corner of Gallusanlage and Kaiserstrasse in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Burnt Out Bus
May 1926: A burnt out bus in a London street during the General Strike. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Giant Bell
The carillon for the new Houses of Parliament at Ottawa, Canada, being loaded on board the CPR vessel Balfour at Surrey Docks. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Decorated Vehicle
A car decorated with licence plates, coins, stamps and other souvenirs from all around the world at New York. Four British disabled ex-servicemen are travelling around the world in it

Majestic Vessel
The massive liner Majestic (former Hamburg America line vessel Bismarck) in South Boston dock, Massachusetts shortly after entering service as a White Star vessel

Berengaria
The Cunard liner Berengaria (former Hamburg America Line vessel Imperator) sets sail from Southampton. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Saloon Deck
Deckchairs on the saloon deck of the Cunard liner Berengaria (former Hamburg America Line vessel Imperator), ten minutes before it sets sail from Southampton

Minnewaska Docks
September 1923: The new Atlantic Transport liner Minnewaska coming into dock. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Sunny Bognor
1929: Crowds on the promenade and beach at Bognor Regis. (Photo by J. B. Helsby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

A Thames Brewery
9th July 1924: The 300 year old Hour Glass Brewery beside the river in Upper Thames Street, London. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Housing Estate
April 1923: Houses in Beconstreet Estate, Essex. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Transport Disruption
4th May 1926: Workers at Bank in London make their way to work by foot and by bicycle during the Great Strike. (Photo by Brooke/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Gamages Van
February 1922: On a London street an electric delivery van belonging to Gamages department store. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Beckenham Flash
July 1923: Lightning at Beckenham. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bolshoi Theatre
1928: The Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow, an example of Russian neoclassic architectural design. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Palace Of The Popes
circa 1920: The 14th century Palais des Papes in Avignon, France. Papal residence and fortress. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

City Centre
July 1921: Bradford Town Hall from Town Hall Square. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Building Site
11th June 1928: Construction workers lay the foundation of the new Sale Room at Spitalfields Market in east London. (Photo by S. R. Gaiger/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Berlin Demostration
22nd February 1920: Berliners protest against the extradition of criminals. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Demolition Work
10th April 1926: Workmen demolish Swan and Edgars Corner at Piccadilly Circus to make way for rebuilding work. (Photo by G. Adams/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Pelicans On Ice
13th February 1929: Three pelicans on the frozen lake in Regents Park. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Magasins Du Louvre
4th March 1925: The Grands Magasins du Louvre in Paris by night. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Berlin Protest
22nd February 1920: Protestors gathered round the statue of Hermann von Helmholtz in Berlin to demonstrate against the extradition of criminals. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Sussex Home
circa 1920: Batemans, the Sussex home of the English author and poet, Rudyard Kipling. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Ross Castle
12th May 1923: The ancient ruins of Ross Castle on Lough Leane, Killarney, County Kerry. It was built by O Donoghue Ross and in the late 16th century awarded to the Brownes

Empress Of Scotland
5th January 1928: The Canadian Pacific liner Empress of Scotland (captured Hamburg America Line vessel Kaiserin Auguste Victoria) in Southampton dock. (Photo by E)

Satanic Mill
July 1921: Listers mill, Bradford, Yorkshire. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Preconcert
April 1923: Ground staff preparing the flagpole on top of the Twin Towers at Wembley Stadium for the West Ham v Bolton Wanderers cup final match. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Holiday Train
August 1924: Summer holiday crowds on the platform at Paddington railway station, London. (Photo by E. Bacon/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Troops Leave Windsor
April 1922: Crowds bidding farewell to troops of the Irish Guards who are leaving Windsor Station for Constantinople to fight in the Turkish War of Independence

Faulhorn Skiers
February 1923: Skiers on the Faulhorn, Switzerland. (Photo by Brooke/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

In Dry Dock
February 1929: Icicles on the propeller tubes of the S.S. Berengaria at Southampton, where the ship is in dry dock to have a new rudder fitted. (Photo by S. R)

Dog Cart
February 1922: Luxury transport for Mr Hales greyhounds at the Waterloo Cup coursing event at Altcar, near Liverpool. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Watching Trains
2nd May 1927: A group of German transport students watching the trains and passengers at Londons Liverpool Street Station. (Photo by Davis/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Waterloo Crowds
30th July 1927: A crowd of holidaymakers at Waterloo to catch a train to the South of England. (Photo by H. F. Davis/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Full Time Footplate
3rd January 1927: A LNER driver and fireman at work in the cab of their locomotive at Stratford Repair Shop after a period of staff working short time. (Photo by H. F)

Dummy Monkey Jockeys
21st April 1928: Greyhounds with stuffed and sprung model monkeys strapped to their backs before a hurdle race at Wellinborough. (Photo by E. Bacon/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Liverpool Street
27th February 1928: The interior of Liverpool Street station in London. (Photo by Edward G. Malindine/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Liverpool Street
27th February 1928: The interior of Liverpool Street station in London. (Photo by Edward G. Malindine/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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Step back in time to the roaring twenties, a decade filled with innovation, glamour, and historical milestones. From the breathtaking view of Stamford Bridge to the grandeur of the Fifth Physics Congress Solvay in Brussels, 1927 was a year that showcased intellectual brilliance. The majestic HMS Hood stands tall as the last battlecruiser built for the Royal Navy, symbolizing Britain's naval power during this era. In the world of arts and culture, prima ballerina Anna Pavlova captivated audiences with her graceful performances. Her talent and dedication made her an icon of Russian ballet. Meanwhile, soaring through the skies was the R 101 Airship - a marvel of engineering that brought dreams of air travel closer to reality. Sports enthusiasts were enthralled by legendary boxer Jack Dempsey's matches as depicted on his iconic boxing poster. His strength and skill mesmerized crowds worldwide. On another note, literature lovers were captivated by Agatha Christie's gripping mysteries which continue to enthrall readers even today. The fashion scene dazzled with feathered gowns adorning glamorous women who embraced their newfound freedom after World War I. And amidst all these cultural landmarks stood one mighty locomotive - The Flying Scotsman 4472 - an illustration that represents progress and modernity in transportation. Speaking of transportation, canal systems played a vital role in connecting regions across British Isles as shown in lithographic depictions showcasing navigable rivers alongside canals bustling with activity. Political history took center stage too; Benito Mussolini emerged as a prominent figure during this period when he became Prime Minister of Italy in 1925. His portrait serves as a reminder of political shifts occurring around Europe at that time. Lastly, construction work on The Tyne Bridge commenced on February 27th, 1928 - an architectural masterpiece that would soon become an iconic landmark bridging communities together.