1939 Collection (page 20)

East Brighton Golf Club and golfers
Cartoon illustration by Mel, depicting participants in the News Chronicle £1000 tournament at East Brighton Golf Club. Date: 1939

Children of the Duke of Kent
The children of Prince George, Duke of Kent (1902-1942), younger brother of Edward VIII and George VI. The boy is Prince Edward, soon to be Duke of Kent himself (b. 1935)

Governors of West African colonies
Five Governors of British West African colonies, gathered for a conference in Lagos, Nigeria. Sir Thomas Southorn (1879-1957), Sir Arnold Hodson (1881-1944), Sir Bernard H

Ginger Rogers and David Niven
Ginger Rogers (1911-1995) and David Niven (1910-1983) in publicity for the film Bachelor Mother'. Date: 1939

North Sea tuna
Crew members of the trawler Silver Line pose with their haul of five giant tuna fish, caught 120 miles out from Scarborough. Date: 1939

Anton Dolin and Serge Lifar
Ballet dancers Anton Dolin (1904-1983) and Serge Lifar (1905-1986) in Cannes. Date: 1939

Lady Lavinia Dundas (1914-1974), with spaniel. Date: 1939

Advert for Cannes Film Festival
An advert for what would have been the first Cannes Film Festival, in September 1939. The outbreak of World War II meant it was cancelled. The first Cannes Festival eventually happened in 1946

Advert for Aquascutum
Advert for a woman's tweed suit, from Aquascutum's autumn collection. Date: 1939

Bognor Golf Club and golfers
Cartoon illustration by Mel, depicting members of Bognor Golf Club in West Sussex. Date: 1939

Sally Eilers and Charles Laughton
Actors Sally Eilers (1908-1978) and Charles Laughton (1899-1962) at lunch. Laughton was shortly to play Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame and had been tasked to lose three stone for the role

Lady Howard of Effingham
Maria Malvina Howard, Lady Howard of Effingham (1912-2000), often known as Manci Howard, was born in Budapest and moved to England in 1935

Ann Sheridan in Winter Carnival
American actress Ann Sheridan (1915-1967), real name Clara Lou Sheridan, here appearing in the film Winter Carnival'. Date: 1939

Maurice Chevalier and Marie Dea
Actors Maurice Chevalier (1888-1972) and Marie Dea (1912-1992) appearing in the film Pieges ('Personal Column'). Date: 1939

Countess of Feversham and daughter
The Countess of Feversham (1910-1995), born Lady Anne Dorothy Wood, with her daughter Lady Clarissa Duncombe (b. 1938). Date: 1939

Peggy Ashcroft and Gwen Ffrangcon-Davies
Peggy Ashcroft (1907-1991) appearing as Cecily Cardew and Gwen Ffrangcon-Davies (1891-1992) as Gwendolyn Fairfax, in a production of The Importance of Being Earnest at the Globe Theatre. Date: 1939

Mrs Christa Brassey
Christa Brassey (1909-1986) was born Dorothea Christa Baronin von Bodenhausen. Here she is being celebrated for her talents as a linguist and aviatrix. Date: 1939

Caernarfon Castle in Wales - sometimes anglicised as Caernarvon Castle. Date: circa 1939

Grouse hunting
Hon. James Boyle and his sister Lady Hersey Boyle, children of Lord Glasgow, grouse hunting on his Knockendon Moor. Date: 1939

Advert for White Label whisky
Advert for Dewar's White Label Scotch Whisky. Date: 1939

Advert for Jenners, Edinburgh
Advert for a fur evening cape, available at Jenners Department Store in Edinburgh. Date: 1939

Sir Edmund Ironside (1880-1959), also Field Marshal and 1st Baron Ironside, pictured shortly before his appointment as Chief of the Imperial General Staff on 3rd September. Date: 1939

Lili Damita and Errol Flynn
Hollywood actress Lili Damita (1904-1994) had retired from film-making by the time of this photograph. Here she is with her husband Errol Flynn (1909-1959). Date: 1939

Basil Rathbone diving
English actor Basil Rathbone (1892-1967), famous for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, here caught mid-dive. Date: 1939

Duke and Duchess of Windsor
Edward, Duke of Windsor (1894-1972) previously Edward VIII, and Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor (1896-1986), leaving their Paris home in Boulevard Suchet. Date: 1939

Duke of Windsor with dogs
Edward, Duke of Windsor (1894-1972) previously Edward VIII, in his Paris home on Boulevard Suchet, with pet dogs. Date: 1939

Duchess of Windsor writing
Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor (1896-1986) at home in Boulevard Suchet. Date: 1939

Duke of Windsor's house in Boulevard Suchet
24 Boulevard Suchet in Paris, leased by the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Date: 1939

Marquis de Ganay and the Begum Aga Khan
Charles Aime Jean Marquis de Ganay (1861-1948) with the Begum Aga Khan (1898-1976) at the races in Deauville. Date: 1939

Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet
Sketch depicting variety acts Freddie Schweitzer and Marion Bellet & The English Brothers. Presumably they were supporting Arthur Askey and Richard Murdoch at the London Palladium. Date: 1939

Arthur Askey and Richard Murdoch
Sketch depicting comedians Arthur Askey (1900-1982) and Richard Murdoch (1907-1990). Their radio show Band Waggon had been a hit in 1938, and was turned into a stage show which they took on tour

Lady Iris Mountbatten and Miss B Dunn
Lady Iris Mountbatten (1920-1982) was an actress and model, and the great-grandchild of Queen Victoria. Here she is pictured in Antibes, alongside Miss Barbara Dunn. Date: 1939

Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone (1883-1981) was the sister-in-law of Queen Mary. By the time of her death, she was the last surviving grandchild of Queen Victoria. Date: 1939

Wallasey Golf Club and golfers
Cartoon illustration by Mel depicting members of Wallasey Golf Club, Cheshire. Date: 1939

Anthony and Beatrice Eden
Anthony Eden (1897-1977) and his wife Beatrice Eden (1905-1957) out for a stroll. Eden had resigned his post as Foreign Secretary the year before

Corduroy Hats
Marshall & Snelgrove, advertising their new wider rib corduroy hats. Date: 1939

Autumn fashion from Matita
Showcasing part of the autumn collection from Matita. Checks were in. Date: 1939

Coombe Wood Golf Club and golfers
Cartoon illustration by Mel depicting members of Coombe Wood Golf Club. Date: 1939

Diana Bridgeman with daughters
Diana Bridgeman, born Diana Wilson, married Maurice Bridgeman (younger brother to the 2nd Viscount Bridgeman) in 1933. Here she is pictured with her eldest two daughters, Theresa Anne (b)

The Shah of Bahrain's New Yacht
H H Sheik Hamad ibn Isa Al Khalifa (1872-1942) was ruler of Bahrain from 1932 until his death. This yacht was presented to him by the Bahrain Petroleum Company

Golfers Bobby Locke and R. Burton
South African golfer Arthur Bobby Locke (1917-1987) with English golfer Richard Dick Burton (1907-1974). Date: 1939

Viscountess Bridport, formerly Pamela Baker before her marriage to Rowland Hood, 3rd Viscount Bridport in 1934. Date: 1939

Autumn fashions
The department store Debenham & Freebody, promoting autumn fashions at reduced prices. Date: 1939

Henry Fonda, Gary Cooper and Veronica Balfe
Hollywood actors Henry Fonda (1905-1982), Gary Cooper (1901-1961) and Veronica Balfe (1913-2000). Balfe had been married to Cooper since 1933. Date: 1939

King Zog I of Albania with family
King Zog I of Albania (1895-1961) was born Ahmet Muhtar Zogolli. He served firstly as prime minister, then as president, and finally as king of Albania

A Gone With The Wind party
Actress Vivien Leigh (1913-1967), film producer David O. Selznick (1902-1965) and actress Olivia de Havilland (1916-2020) at the Trocadero

Queen Geraldine of Albania
Queen Geraldine (1915-2002), consort of King Zog I of Albania, in exile. Date: 1939

Lady Sarah Spencer-Churchill (1922 -2000) was the daughter of the 10th Duke of Marlborough and cousin to Winston Churchill. She emigrated to the USA in 1945, and was reknowned for her charity work

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"1939: A Year of Captivating Moments and Iconic Figures" Step into the world of 1939, where history unfolded in mesmerizing ways. Mrs. Tabitha's Cat Academy, inspired by the whimsical artistry of Louis Wain, delighted feline enthusiasts with its enchanting charm. In a regal display, King George VI graced us with his fine photographic portrait, embodying dignity and strength during a pivotal time in British history. From high above the clouds, an aerial view revealed the sprawling University in Dayton, Ohio - a hub of knowledge and innovation that shaped countless futures. Meanwhile, Laurel and Hardy brought laughter to screens worldwide with their timeless comedy in "Flying Deuces, " capturing hearts through their hilarious antics. Dreams set sail as Royal Mail Lines enticed adventurers to embark on unforgettable journeys to the West Indies - promising exotic landscapes and vibrant cultures awaiting discovery. The Bay of Avalon on Santa Catalina Island beckoned sun-seekers with its pristine shores and azure waters; a paradise offering respite from everyday worries. On bustling streets across continents, the Citroen Traction Avant or Light 15 epitomized elegance and sophistication - an automobile that turned heads wherever it roamed. Amidst escalating tensions leading up to World War II, the Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Bomber took flight as a symbol of military might – poised for action when duty called. Spitfires soared triumphantly over Forth's skies – guardians protecting freedom against looming threats; their sleek silhouettes inspiring hope amidst uncertainty. Education thrived at Harrogate Ladies College as young minds blossomed within its hallowed halls – nurturing future leaders who would shape society for years to come. At Scunthorpe Iron Works' fiery furnaces, steel forged progress; hands labored tirelessly to build foundations for industrial advancement that would transform nations forevermore. And finally. .