1954 Collection (page 8)

Wish You Were Here, musical comedy, London Casino
Jack Hylton presents Wish You Were Here, a new musical comedy at the London Casino. 1954

Harry Hudson & His Melody Boys, Show Band 1954
Harry Hudson & His Melody Boys, Show Band, at Great Yarmouth Marina in 1954. The women are probably vocalists. Date: 1954

The Song of the Shirt, 1854 (oil on canvas)
659749 The Song of the Shirt, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Blunden, Anna E. (1830-1915); 47x39.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Song of the Shirt. Anna Elizabeth Blunden (1830-1915)

US classic car 1954 cavalier
Beate Gube

Portsmouth Player at Euston Station en route to Bolton signing autographs for happy young fans standing by the train before it departs the train station February 1954 1950s

Millard, the West Brom Captain holding the FA Cup is chaired by his colleagues round the ground, May 1954 P000206

Chelsea supporters seen here in the stands at Stamford Bridge. August 1954 People 1648

York City FC training indoors. c. 1954
York City FC training indoors. c.1954

Ack Ack Training, Merseyside, 24th May 1954, anti-aircraft warfare exercise

Olivia de Havilland, British American actress, arrived in the UK today to begin filming a historical romantic drama That Lady at Pinewood Studios (and on location in Spain)

Rhyls new lifeboat tractor seen preparing for submersion tests. 8th January 1954

New terminal under construction at Renfrew Airport, Scotland, 29th April 1954

Stourbridge Cricket Club, Team Photo, Memorial Ground, High Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge, 8th May 1954. Left to Right, Back Row, P Bowen, R j Davies, (Rest TBC) Front Row, R Howorth, N H Whiting

A coal seam was discovered when the Bradley estate in Huddersfield was being built in 1954. Here are a group of boys investigating it

Lord Beaverbrook cuts a cake of a house at Newcastle, New Brunswick where he spent his childhood as two girls dressed as Express Crusaders stand by

Fairthorpe Atom mini car, a rear-engined two-door fibre glass car designed by British manufacturer Fairthorpe Ltd, founded by Air Vice-Marshal Don Bennett, pilot, navigator

Young West Indian men in Brixton looking through the small ads in the local newspapers for jobs. 11th March 1954

In the day nursery in Upper Parliament Street, Liverpool, children of all ethnic backgrounds play happily together. Whilst in the wider community immigrants to the UK are facing problems of a colour

151 women and 330 men seen here arriving from Jamaica aboard the Dutch liner Sibajak. They have come to work in Britain and each paid 80 for the passage

West Bromwich Albion v Port Vale. Final score 2-1 to West Bromwich Albion. FA Cup Semi-final. Villa Park. Pictured, Ronnie Allen, of West Bromwich Albion, gets in a shot

Jimmy Greaves plays with children Danny aged one and Mitzi, two. 31st January 1964

Sir Bernard and Lady Docker visited the Water Haigh Colliery, near Leeds. Pictured, Sir Bernard and Lady Docker after their tour of the coal seams. 21st March 1954

All smiles in the dressing room after a hard-fought game. Victors and vanquished join forces in a happy group, with H. Tait, the St Edwards captain (left) and G

Warbreck were saved from a heavier defeat by the grand work of goalkeeper Hughes, seen here watching a shot from O Brien pass over the crossbar. Running in are the St. Edwards forwards F

Trainee miner seen here at work. Part of the Daily Herald Youth in Industry Feature 6th April 1954

Trainee mechanic seen here at work. Part of the Daily Herald Youth in Industry Feature 6th April 1954

Trainee horticulturist seen here with tulips which have been grown under glass. Part of the Daily Herald Youth in Industry Feature 6th April 1954

Trainee horticulturist seen here with daffodils which have been grown under glass. Part of the Daily Herald Youth in Industry Feature 6th April 1954

A lace shawl seen here undergoing quality control at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham 31st March 1954

Infant shawls are packed and dispatched at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham 31st March 1954

A worker at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham seen here laying out blocking frames which hold lace shawls 31st March 1954

Yarn being spun at the The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham 31st March 1954

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

Machinist assembles a lace cardigan at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham 31st March 1954

Employees at The Shawl Factory of GH Hurt and Son in Nottingham seen here attaching a lace shawl to a blocking frame 31st March 1954

Gillian Lynne, star dancer in the Can Can. 24th May 1955

Prince Charles pictured in Gibraltar with the apes. 11th May 1954

Queen Ingrid of Denmark and her daughter Princess Margrethe. 18th October 1954

Princess Margrethe, with her mother Queen Ingrid of Denmark (back to camera). 18th October 1954

Lady Churchill, during Sir Winston Churchills 80th birthday celebrations. 30th November 1954

Wally Barnes Football Player of Arsenal - in action against Burnley 25/09/1954

Dancing - Dancers Chelsea Art Ball Fancy Dress - A man dressed as a baby with nappy, dummy and cap 02/01/1954

Women - Beauty Culture -

Sisters Mary (left) and Ann Weller playing with baby chicks at Downley Hill Farm, near Dorking, Surrey. 13th March 1954

Unveiling of the Slapton Sands monument honouring the people of the farms and villages of the South Hams that were evacuated to allow US forces to practice the D-Day landings. Circa 1954

Cardigan modelled by Marianne Burwood. 5th January 1954

The shadow walk, stops models looking at their faces. Instead of mirrors, in which girls can look at their deportment, and which cause girls to look more at their faces

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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.