1954 Collection (page 2)

Epsom Derby - 1954
Epsom Downs, the Gentlemens Mobile Toilet, provided by Ewell Council 3rd June 1954

Poster, River Thames at Westminster, London. Date: 1954

Fall / Wire Fox Terrier / 54
CHAMPION TORRARD SUSAN Owned by Haisan. Head study. Date: 1954

1954 Jaguar C type at Aintree, J. Kelly

Cadburys advertisement, 1954
Advert for the Birmingham confectionary firm, Cadburys showing a young couple taking a tour of the companys Factory in a Garden at Bournville

UFO Book
Michel CARROUGES, Les Apparitions de Martiens The incident depicted is the October 1954 encounter between Marius Dewilde and aliens at Quarouble, France Date: 1954

JACQUES COUSTEAU (1910-1997). French oceanographer. Driving his underwater electric scooter in a scene from his film The Silent World, filmed in 1954-55 and released in 1956

Nearly 700 West Indian men, women and children arrive at Plymouth on SS Auriga in a mass immigration party to find homes. Pictured

Patriotic Poster - 30th Anniversary of Dien Bien Phu
Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - 30 Years Commemoration of the Victory against the French at the Battle of Dien Bien Phu in May, 1954. Breaking the shackles of Colonial oppression. Date: 1984

Advert for Cussons Imperial Leather soap, one of a series of ads utilising the language of the fan. Date: 1954

Y2K Stirling Moss 1954 winning Aintree Trophy Race Liverpool in a Masserati motor car racing Stirling Moss became a legend in motor racing

Henley-on-Thames Station, Oxfordshire, 1954
A view of Henley-on-Thames station in Oxfordshire in 1954, showing the dead end of the terminus. The station opened with three platforms

HRH Queen Elizabeth II - wearing the George IV State Diadem
HRH Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022). She is wearing the George IV State Diadem or Diamond Diadem. Date: circa 1954

Fall / Staff. Bull Terrier
Three dogs together - CHAMPION GODFREYs PRIDE CHAMPION DELLA OF IMPKIN CHAMPION GO DELLAS PRIDE Owners: Ford and Dady

Boeing Stratocruiser G-ANTY BOAC London Airport
BOAC Stratocruiser Coriolanus joined the fleet in 1954 flying the transatlantic route. In 1959 Coriolanus flew the final scheduled Stratocruiser service

Advert for Goblin teasmade 1954
How nice to receive a Goblin teasmade. Every morning of the year to be wakened to morning tea freshly made, ready at your bedside for enjoyment in cosy comfort

Breakdown lorry from Lambeth fire station in action
The breakdown lorry, from Lambeth fire station, being deployed to move a lorry involved in a serious accident with the OXO lorry in the distance

The Boyd Line Fleet sidewinder trawler Arctic Explorer seen here leaving the St Andrews Dock, Hull 11th June 1954

1954 Morris Oxford Series II. Creator: Unknown
1954 Morris Oxford Series II

Pinball wizard Ford pop hot rod release signed
Ford Popular (Hotrod) 1954 Yellow

1950s USA Arrow Magazine Advert (detail)

A Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser G-ALSD Cassiopeia of BOA
A Boeing 377-10-28 Stratocruiser, G-ALSD, Cassiopeia, of BOAC at the 1954 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at London Airport. Date: 1954

LCC-LFB Wandsworth Fire Station appliance room
The newly opened fire station at Wandsworth, West Hill, with the stations appliances plus an Auxiliary Fire Service pump lined up in the appliance room

MONROE & DIMAGGIO, c1954. Marilyn Monroe and her husband Joe DiMaggio, waving to a crowd. Photograph, c1954

Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback

Nursery Characters - How Many Can You Spot? by Pauline Bayne
Stunningly detailed illustration by Pauline Baynes featuring no less than 56 different nursery rhyme characters. Can you spot them all? If not, there is a key to the picture in Holly Leaves, 1954

Accessories for Sunshine, 1954
A woman sits enjoying the holiday sunshine surrounded by raffia accessories including a huge coolie hat, natural sandals, red sandals, a cone bag, an Ascher cotton square in diced blue and white

Ufos / Stanford / Padre Is
UFO seen by Ray Stanford at Padre Island, Texas, USA

Photograph of Matapan PH, Dagenham (Old), Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Two year old Peter Greenhill of the Falcon, off Fleet Street, who caused quite a sensation when he ran across the parade ground at the Trooping of the Colour rehearsal

Canadair CF-86 - CL-13A Sabre Mk. 5 23257
(Royal Canadian Air Force) - Canadair CF-86 (CL-13A) Sabre Mk. 5 23257 (msn 1047, built in 1954), seen in the colours of the Golden Hawks RCAF aerobatic team at the National Air Force Museum of

Fleet Air Arm de Havilland DH. 115 Sea Vampire T. 22 XA160
Fleet Air Arm de Havilland DH.115 Sea Vampire T.22 XA160 (msn 15502), delivered 28 June 1954, sold as scrap 4 November 1965 at RNAS Brawdy. Date: 1950s-1960s

1954 Kieft 1. 5 litre at Prescott. Creator: Unknown
1954 Kieft 1.5 litre at Prescott

Fall / Bedlington / 1954
CHAMPION GOLDEN SUN OF MANHATON Owned by Worrell. Date: 1954

Cecil Beaton, caricature by Glan Williams
CECIL WALTER HARDY BEATON (1904-1980) British photographer of fashion and celebrities. Also stage and costume designer for theatrical productions

Music cover, Papa Loves Mambo, Perry Como
Music cover, Papa Loves Mambo, by Al Hoffman, Dick Manning and Bix Reichner, recorded by Perry Como, from an MGM film starring Lana Turner and Ricardo Montalban. 1954

Methods of escape from submarine by G. H. Davis
The latest methods of escape from a sunken submarine: the rescue bell, the one-man escape chamber, and escape without the use of breathing apparatus. 1954

Martha of Norway
MARTHA, CROWN PRINCESS OF NORWAY Daughter of Princess Charles of Sweden, she married Crown Prince Olav of Norway in 1929. She died 3 years before Olav became King of Norway in 1957. Date: 1901 - 1954

Sir Anthony Eden
British Conservative Prime Minister, Sir Anthony Eden (1897-1977)

A handframe knitter seen here with his apprentice at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham 31st March 1954

Drivers take a well earned break from the road, with a refreshing cup of tea at The Links transport cafe on the Kingston by-pass. 31st March 1954

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh talks to plumbing student Peter Hawkins, who careful holds the blow lamp away from the Royal visitor at Llandaff Technical College. 2nd December 1954

Life in the Mirror series by Bela Zola The largest and oldest boys club in Sunderland is the Lampton Street boys fellowship centre where they accept boys from 8 to 18 years of age

Gloster Meteor Mk. 8 - Mk. 7 combination G-ANSO
Gloster Meteor Mk.8 - Mk.7 combination (ex GAF) G-ANSO, at the 1954 SBAC Farnborough air-show. Built as an F Mk.8 airframe with strengthened outer wings, the Ground Attack Fighter (GAF) aka Reaper

1954 Beardmore MKVII London taxi. Creator: Unknown
1954 Beardmore MKVII London taxi

1953 Alvis TA21 on 1954 R. A. C. Rally. Creator: Unknown
1953 Alvis TA21 on 1954 R.A.C. Rally

de Havilland DH-115 Vampire T-11
RAF de Havilland Dh-115 Vampire T.11 Trainers flying in formation Date: 1954

Debenham and Freebody suit, 1954
A classic black suit from Debeneham and Freebody, finely tailored with black velvet collar and cuffs and made from the very best worsted barathea. Date: 1954

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"1954: A Year of Milestones and Iconic Moments" In 1954, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that left an indelible mark on history. HRH Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne, ushering in a new era for the British monarchy. Meanwhile, Roger Bannister etched his name into sporting legend by becoming the first man to run a mile in under four minutes at Iffley Road. Colonel Norton's daring expedition to Everest in 1924 captured imaginations worldwide, but it was not until 1954 that mountaineers finally conquered its treacherous summit. At an astonishing altitude of 28, 000 feet, Colonel Norton's triumph became a symbol of human perseverance and determination. On the roads, Ford V8 Pilot received a green light in 1954 with its sleek design and powerful performance captivating car enthusiasts. The vibrant green color added an element of excitement as drivers embraced this stylish automobile. Amidst snowy landscapes stood Ely Cathedral immortalized by Ernest Uden's lens. Its majestic beauty against nature's white canvas showcased architectural brilliance and evoked a sense of awe-inspiring tranquility. The silver screen dazzled audiences with Jane Russell starring in "The French Line, " capturing hearts with her undeniable talent and allure. Her presence epitomized Hollywood glamour during this golden age of cinema. BSA A7 Shooting Star motorcycles roared through streets painted in striking shades of green while Kayser Bondor advertisements adorned billboards showcasing fashionable trends for men and women alike. These iconic images reflected society's obsession with style and individuality during this transformative decade. Notable conductor Wilhelm Furtwangler mesmerized audiences around the globe with his musical genius, leaving listeners spellbound by his interpretations of classical masterpieces. His performances transcended boundaries and united people through their shared love for music.