1954 Collection (page 3)

Advertisement for Chef Boy-Ar-Dees Quick, tempting... tasty spaghetti dinner, from an American magazine of 1954
CHEF BOY-AR-DEE AD, 1954. Advertisement for Chef Boy-Ar-Dees Quick, tempting... tasty spaghetti dinner, from an American magazine of 1954

Horrabridge Station, Devon, August 1954
A view of Horrabridge Station in Devon, taken from the window of a train carriage at the station in August 1954, showing the platform, station building and signal box

1949 HRG at Rac Rally 1954 driver Dr Osborn

Muntz Jet America

Coats for rainy weather, 1954
A couple of coats, suitable for wet and windy weather. On the left is a coat of lightweight pure woollen Venetian available in wine, cocoa, bottle or charcoal

Homemade soft furnishings for a bedroom, 1954
A bedroom with homemade pelmet, chintz curtains and a " delightful" frilled bedspread

Britannia and Eve front cover, April 1954
An elegant woman in a full-skirted dress with a nipped in waist typical of 1950s fashion, poses with hat and gloves finishing off her ensemble

Duke and Duchess of Windsor
Photograph of the Duke 1894-1972 and Duchess of Windsor 1896-1986 walking together. The Duke of Windsor chose to abdicate the throne in 1936 in order to marry the divorced Wallis Simpson

Ufos / Ciampino / Italy
The sighting of this striking UFO by military personnel at Ciampino, one of Romes airports, is confirmed by radar

Invited guests at the bird-table by Neave Parker
A variety of British birds at a bird-table on a snowy winters day. 1. Robin, 2. starlings, 3. Redwing, 4. Chaffinch, 5. Nuthatch, 6. sparrow, 7. great spotted woodpecker, 8. blackbird, 8, thrush, 10

FALL / PUG / 1954
A group of three Banchory pugs sitting in a row. Owner: Lorna, Countess Howe. Date: 1954

Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda, East Africa
Mweya Safari Lodge, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda, East Africa. Date: circa 1954

Colette / Fantasio 1909
SIDONIE-GABRIELLE WILLY French novelist Date: 1873 - 1954

Richard Baker in The Moon in the Yellow River
Richard Baker (news announcer) playing Darrell Blake (centre) in the Tower Theatres production of The Moon in the Yellow River by Denis Johnston. Date: 1954

Francis Brett Young
FRANCIS BRETT YOUNG popular novelist, author of My brother Jonathan and many others. Date: 1884 - 1954

Brimscombe Station, Gloucestershire, 1954
A view of Brimscombe Station in Gloucestershire, 1954. The image was taken from a train window looking towards Swindon. The Brunel chalet style main station building can be seen

Sunbeam Alpine Mk 3

Slingsby Type 21B Sedbergh at the gliding championships at Great Hucklow, Derbyshire. July 1954. Date: 1954

Inspecting Carcasses
Local Government inspectors examining the carcasses of pigs

Cocklepicking, Norfolk. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Fb Young / Cig Card
FRANCIS BRETT YOUNG English novelist and poet

American Actress Julie Harris in London November 1954

Summer Holidays in the British Isles, with Cooks
Cover illustration for Summer Holidays in the British Isles, with Cooks World Travel Service, showing a West Country scene with people playing on a sandy beach, fishing nets and seagulls

1954 Tallest woman in the world Katja Van Dyk, 8 foot 4 and a half inch tall and wighs 32 stone checking into her London hotel. 2nd March 1954

Shoot for Dormy Blankets for Erwin Wasey - a Mother and young daughter. May 14, 1954 Date: 1954

Shoot for Dormy Blankets for Erwin Wasey. May 14, 1954 Date: 1954

Vive Le Sport! Go by rail... Advert for SNCF French Railways. Date: 1954

Slum housing in Ladywood, Birmingham. 16th July 1954

American jazz singer Billie Holiday Jazz Singer in the UK ahead of her first concert appearance at the Royal Albert Hall on 14th February, 8th February 1954

Glynis Johns actress attending film premiere of Mad About The Man October 1954

Sunbeam Talbot 90, Stirling Moss, 1954 Monte Carlo rally. Creator: Unknown
Sunbeam Talbot 90, Stirling Moss, 1954 Monte Carlo rally

1954 Nash Metropolitan. Creator: Unknown
1954 Nash Metropolitan

Vietnam, Dien Bien Phu, A1 Hill, Eliane, battle site of the final Vietnamese military victory over the French in 1954, French underground bunker

George Galloway, British left-wing politician, at his desk
George Galloway (b 1954), British left-wing politician, formerly a Labour MP, before founding the Respect Party. Seen here working at his desk. From 2001 Vice President of the Stop The War Coalition

Moby Dick himself takes shape: The monstrous leviathan, with whom Ahab and the whalers waged a feud to the death, is being constructed in Fishguard Harbour

Billboard advertisement - Surf Washing Powder
Billboard advertisement on Navigation Street, Birmingham, 12th August 1954 - Surf Washing Powder - Boils Spotless. 1954

NORMAN WISDOM ACTS AS A JOCKEY ON HIS DRESSING ROOM SEAT, LONDON PALLADIUM - MAY 1954

Freda Holland, Night Sister, Dellwood Maternity Home, Reading, recipient of the George Medal, with complete disregard for her own safety

The Number 1 lifeboat of Padstow Station, the Joseph Hiram Chadwick, seen against a backdrop of typical Cornish cottages before putting to sea. 1st October 1954

Launched and named by Sir Godfrey Baring, chairman of the RNLI, the Elliot Gill, new lifeboat for the Runswick station, lies at her moorings in East Cowes

New terminal at Renfrew Airport, Scotland, 1st November 1957

New Bond Minicar Mark C, Convertible with a Villiers Single cylinder 2 stroke engine, manufactured by Sharps Commercials Limited, and named after Lawrence Bond, aka Lawrie

Royal Navy Mediterranean Fleet escort her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, travelling on the Royal Yacht HMY Britannia on her 200 mile journey from Tobruk, Libya to Malta on her Commonwealth tour

Anthony Quayle and Barbara Jefford rehearsing production of Othello - 16 March 1954

Young West Indian men standing outside the Brixton Labour Exchange looking for employment. 11th March 1954

John Umelo an apprentice engineer from Nigeria, who can only get employment as a bus cleaner due to the colour bar. 11th March 1954

Wedding Fashions show in Regent Street 4th March 1958

Eston County Modern School which will be formally opened by Mr R. Gould, general secretary. June 1st 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.