1920 Collection (page 6)

The Derby. The finish, Spion Kop 1, Archaic 2. June 1920

Wells v Beckett in a Boxing Match May 1920 Wells has been knocked out

No. 2 Squadron, Canadian Air Force
Canadian Air Force - The assembled men and machines of No. 2 Squadron Canadian Air Force (1918-1920), probably at Shoreham aerodrome (or, less likely, Upper Heyford)

TANKS RECYCLED
German tanks from World War One are scrapped and recycled Date: 1920

1920 Wooler motorcycle. Creator: Unknown
1920 Wooler motorcycle

Great Western Tea Factory, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1920

Drottninggatan, Stockholm, Sweden
Drottninggatan (Queen Street), Stockholm, Sweden. Date: circa 1920

Mariannhill Monastery, Natal Province, South Africa
Entrance gatehouse of Mariannhill Monastery, originally a Trappist settlement near Pinetown, Natal Province, South Africa. Date: circa 1920

Kershaw Cotton Mills
John Kershaw Cotton Mills, Bolton, Lancs. Date: 1920

Christ Church, Lancaster Gate, London W2. Date: circa 1920

Music cover, I m Forever Thinking of You, words by Lillian Fitzgerald, music by Clarence Senna. 1920

S Whats The Matter With You?
Promotional postcard fors Whats The Matter With You? Lena Stantons London Revue Co. touring to Royal Hippodrome, Eastbourne, 15th November 1920. Date: 1920

Once Upon A Time by Laura Wildig; music Lewis Anthony. First produced at St. Martins Theatre, 22nd December 1919. This image is for the tour to the Playhouse, Liverpool, 23rd December 1920. Date: 1920

Drake, a GSN freighter
Drake, a General Steam Navigation freighter, unloads in the busy Port of London. Image from Mrs Strangs Travel Play Book published c.1920.Date: circa 1915

Spring Bank Orphanage Band, Hull
The boys band at the Spring Bank Orphanage Band, Hull, pose with their instruments and conductor. Date: 1920

Panoramic view of Oran, NW Algeria
Panoramic view of Oran harbour and city, NW Algeria. Date: circa 1920

Sugar Loaf Mountain and cable car, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sugar Loaf Mountain and a cable car, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. circa 1920

Fancy dress party
Front cover of Pan magazine, featuring three adults in fancy dress, enjoying a glass of Vermouth. Date: 1920

Redhead flapper, posed in the mouth of a mask of Pan
Front cover of Pan magazine, featuring a red haired flapper woman in stage costume or fancy dress, posed in the mouth of a mask of Pan. Date: 1920

Firefighters in costume for an entertaining evening
Men and women in costume for an entertaining evening at Stoke Newington Fire Station, 17 March 1920. Date: 1920

D. H. LAWRENCE (1885-1930). English writer; photographed in the 1920s by Nickolas Muray
D.H. LAWRENCE (1885-1930). English writer; photographed in the 1920s by Nickolas Muray

ROBINSON CRUSOE, 1920. Illustration by N. C. Wyeth, 1920
ROBINSON CRUSOE, 1920. Illustration by N.C. Wyeth, 1920

AD: BICYCLES, 1920. American advertisement from the Cycle Trades of America. Illustration, 1920

HAMSUN, Knut (1859-1952). Norwegian writer, Nobel Prize in 1920. Painting

LCC-MFB Battersea sub-fire station, London SW8
Battersea sub-fire station, at 32 Battersea Park Road, one of only a few London stations not actually built as a fire station

LCC-LFB Motorised pump escape at Southwark HQ
The pump escape of No 1 station, the Brigade Headquarters fire station located at Southwark Bridge Road SE1. The adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB would lead to a reduction in the number

Castleford Cricket Team, Yorkshire
A group photo of the Castleford Cricket Team, Yorkshire, with umpires on either side. Date: 1920

Theatre Going / Coliseum
The Coliseum, St. Martins Lane, London. Date: 1920

Lady Xmas Shopping
A lady accompanied by a sturdy manservant does her Christmas shopping

Historic image in black and white of a cathedral in Trondheim, Norway circa 1920; Trondheim, Trondelag, Norway

PARTY / DARE HE? MISTLETOE
DARE HE ? A girl pauses beneath a mistletoe sprig, wondering if hes man enough to seize his chance... Date: 1920

Kinder und Hund (Children and dog), 1920. Creator: Klee, Paul (1879-1940)
Kinder und Hund (Children and dog), 1920. Private Collection

The Walls of Marakesh (1920). Lavery, Sir John 1856-1941. Date: 1920

Washington DC, USA - Library of Congress Mural - Orpheus
Washington DC, USA - Mural Painting - The Greek Heroes by Walter McEwen (1860-1943). Found in the Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building. Orpheus. Slain by the Bacchantes. Date: 1920

Washington DC, USA - The Interior Department Building Date: 1920

A Happy New Year. Original fine pencil drawing (38cm x 27cm) reproduced in Flight 1 January 1920. Roderic Hill drawing. Date: 1920

Equestrian Event at Fort Sheridan
Photo of two men standing on horseback riding through a ring of fire

S for Ship
From a Deans Rag Book entitled Kiddiewiddies ABC Date: 1920

MAINE: WOMENs SUFFRAGE. Tomorrows the Day. Women listening at the door as the Maine State Legislature votes on an act to grant women the right to vote for presidential electors

FRENCH BICYCLE, c1920. Line cut, French, c1920

Ship Leaves Capetown
A passenger ship of the Union Castle Line leaves Cape Town, South Africa. Date: circa 1920

Shrimping by the Sea
A family shrimping at the seas edge. Date: 1920s

FINANCIAL CENTER, c1920. Crowd of men involved in curb exchange trading on Broad Street, New York City. Photograph, c1920

Two biplanes in the desert, Iraq
Two biplanes side by side in the desert, somewhere in Iraq

Six biplanes lined up in the desert, Iraq
Six biplanes lined up in the desert, somewhere in Iraq

Crashed biplane with crew resting in the desert, Iraq
A crashed biplane in the desert with resting crew, somewhere in Iraq

Lord Fisher / Stamp
JOHN ARBUTHNOT FISHER 1st Baron Fisher, Admiral and Sea Lord of the Royal Navy

War Memorial outside the Royal Exchange in the City of London, erected in 1920

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The year 1920 was a vibrant tapestry of cultural and historical moments. In the world of music, Gilbert & Sullivan Operas continued to captivate audiences with their witty librettos and catchy tunes. The D'Oyly Carte Souvenir became cherished mementos for fans who couldn't get enough of these timeless productions. Meanwhile, on the ballet stage, Anna Pavlova mesmerized crowds with her ethereal performance in Swan Lake. Her graceful movements and emotive storytelling left an indelible mark on the history of dance. In the realm of science, Rosalind Franklin made significant strides in her research on X-ray crystallography. Little did she know that her work would lay the foundation for unlocking the structure of DNA years later. Politics took center stage as well, with Leon Trotsky making waves in 1920. As a prominent figure in Russian politics, his influence reverberated throughout history during this tumultuous time. Artistic expression flourished through various mediums. A Heath Robinson drawing brought whimsical inventions to life while a poster showcasing HMS Hood showcased the might and power of warships during this era. Economic landscapes were also depicted through visual representations like maps; one such map showcased Ceylon's tea industry plantations - a testament to its importance as a global exporter at that time. The iconic RCA Victor trademark featuring Nipper the dog emerged as an enduring symbol within popular culture during this decade. This American lithograph poster from c1920 captured hearts and minds alike with its nostalgic charm. Literature enthusiasts delighted in revisiting Charles Dickens' timeless tale "A Christmas Carol. " Harold Copping's illustration from a 1920 edition transported readers back into Bob Cratchit's humble home alongside Tiny Tim—a heartwarming reminder of compassion and redemption. Entertainment thrived thanks to works like "Beggars Opera, " which enthralled theatergoers with its satirical take on society.