1955 Collection (page 3)

Anti-proton experiment, Berkeley, 1955 C016 / 8832
Anti-proton experiment. Blackboard showing the provisional results and calculations for a series of experiments carried out in 1955 at the Berkeley Radiation Laboratory to discover the antiproton

AFS regional training exercise, journey through London
AFS regional training exercise in Norfolk, 10-11 September 1955. Showing vehicles in London, passing Marble Arch en route for their destination

Deliciously Yours! P. S. Don t Those Franks Look Wonderful? Advertisement for Hunts Tomato Catsup
KETCHUP AD, 1955. Deliciously Yours! P.S. Don t Those Franks Look Wonderful? Advertisement for Hunts Tomato Catsup, from an American magazine of 1955

LCC-LFB major control unit at Lambeth HQ
Major control unit, based at Brigade Headquarters, Lambeth, with dedicated operational control unit staff. The unit attended all major fires and incidents

LONDON: PARLIAMENT. Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Bridge crossing the Thames in Lodon, England. Photograph, c1955

WALTER O MALLEY (1903-1979). American sports executive. As President of the Brooklyn Dodgers, photographed in September 1955

JAMES DEAN (1931-1955). American actor. In a still from the 1955 motion picture East of Eden

MARILYN MONROE (1926-1962). American cinema actress. As The Girl in The Seven Year Itch directed by Billy Wilder, 1955

The Tatler front cover Christmas Number 1955
Illustrated front cover of The Tatler featuring a highly independent poodle dog who appears to have done all his Christmas shopping

Gilbert Jessop (1874-1955)
Photograph of Gilbert Jessop, the Gloucestershire and England batsman, who was famous for his feats of quick-scoring - he once scored a century in only 40 minutes

Dennis Brain Letter 1955
A letter from Dennis Brain, French horn player, to an admirer, enclosing his photograph

Utrillo and Guitry
MAURICE UTRILLO French painter, best known for his Parisian street scenes, with the actor and dramatist SACHA GUITRY (1885-1957), in Montmartre, Paris, 1955

Albert Einstein, theoretical physicist
Albert Einstein (1879-1955), theoretical physicist, philosopher and author. Seen here in front of bookshelves

Flying Saucer from Mars - Cedric Allingham

Decorations for the Royal Tour of Wales, 1955
This photograph shows a town in Wales decorated with bunting and a welcome banner, and a crowd gathered to see Queen Elizabeth II on her Royal Tour of Wales on a sunny day in 1955

Poster, Attenhofer Metallic A-15 crossbow. Designed by Weiskonig. 1955

Jazz specialists arrive for tour of Britain. Ella Fitzgerald and Oscar Peterson, Jazz singer and piano specialists arrive in England for tour. They are to appear at the Albert Hall

SaB 91 Safir F-BHAJ
SaB 91B Safir F-BHAJ (msn 91298), parked next to Safir F-BHAG, at Biggin Hill in 1959. Air France bought five 91B Safirs in 1955 and used them for their Aero Club

de Havilland DH. 104 Dove 6 G-ANUU
de Havilland DH.104 Dove 6 G-ANUU (msn 04455) of the Civil Aviation Flying Unit. G-ANUU flew with the Board of Trade - Department of Trade

St Columbas, Pont Street, London - Lennox Gardens entrance
St Columba s, Pont Street, London - Lennox Gardens entrance - the church was dedicated on 4th December 1955 - architect Sir Edward Maufe, R.A. Date: circa 1956

Waiting for the rabbit to bolt
Photograph: Waiting for the rabbit to bolt From an album of 101 photographs, with newspaper cuttings, 1st Bn Middlesex Regiment (Duke of Cambridge?s Own), Cyprus, 1955-1958. Date: 1957

Poster, Come to Britain for Motoring. Date: circa 1955

Diane Leather winning the mile race
The worlds fastest woman miler: Diane Leather of Birchfield Harriers winning the womens mile in 4 minutes 45 seconds at an athletics meeting at the White City on 21st September 1955

LFB fire appliance on the road, London
An LFB fire appliance on the road, London, 16 April 1955. Date: 1955

The Sketch Front Cover, November 1955
A colour illustration for the front cover of The Sketch, depicting a shy lading hiding from a gentleman who wants to dance with her

Cricketer, Jessop
Gilbert L. Jessop Cricketer - Gloucestershire

EINSTEIN, Albert (1879-1955). German physicist and mathematician, Nobel Prize in 1921. Formula to calculate the energy, of Albert

Sport & Country nameplate with racecourse
Nameplate for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, Sport & Country magazine from 6th July 1955, featuring a colourful racecourse illustration. Date: 6th July 1955

General Sir Henry de Beauvoir De Lisle / Stamp
General SIR HENRY DE BEAUVOIR DE LISLE (1864 - 1955) British Army General who served in World War I

Silk Worker in Burnley
A woman working in a silk & rayon mill, Burnley, Lancashire, Britain

Foxhunt, Clee Hills, Shropshire. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Einstein / Howard Smith
ALBERT EINSTEIN Scientist

Thomas Mann / Aged 30
THOMAS MANN German novelist

Ford Thunderbird V8

Interior of invitation for one-woman exhibition
The (folded-open) interior of the invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn, London - December 1955

Shoot for the invitation for one-woman exhibition
The shoot for the cover photography for the fold-out invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn

Shoot for the invitation for one-woman exhibition
The shoot for the cover photography for the fold-out invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn

Shoot for the invitation for one-woman exhibition
The shoot for the cover photography for the fold-out invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn

Shoot for the invitation for one-woman exhibition
The shoot for the cover photography for the fold-out invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn

Fold-out cover of a one-woman exhibition invitation card
The gatefold fold-out cover of the invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn, London in December 1955

One-woman exhibition invitation card photography
The original photograph for the gatefold fold-out cover of the invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition 'Feminine Eye View' at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn

Window cleaning product advertisement shoot
Possibly a window cleaning product advertisement shoot - circa 1955 Date: circa 1955

Permanently-pleated Blue Cotton Dress
Client: Goldberger Prints - Permanently-pleated Blue Cotton Dress - January 18, 1955 Date: 1955

Renfrew Airport, Scotland, Aerial View of new terminal building, 3rd May 1955

Swedish actress, Anita Ekberg, pictured in her hotel room at The Savoy, London. 15th November 1955

Clarendon Crescent Paddington, London. 25th April 1955

June Whitfield and her fiance Tim Aitchison. Full name Timothy Aitchison Picture taken 9th August 1955 June Whitfield is a well known English TV and stage actress

Jill Ireland actress in telephone booth, March 1955

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"1955: A Year of Iconic Moments and Timeless Elegance" In 1955, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that left an indelible mark on history. Queen Elizabeth II, the epitome of grace and poise, ascended to the throne as the sovereign of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth. Her reign would go on to shape an era defined by elegance and tradition. Amidst this regal atmosphere, HMAS Melbourne made headlines with its daring head-on collision with another ship. The sheer audacity displayed by this Australian naval vessel captured global attention, showcasing bravery in the face of adversity. Meanwhile, across continents, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor captivated hearts not only with their royal status but also their affection for their pugs. Their love for these furry companions symbolized warmth amidst grandeur. On wheels, Ford Thunderbird's 1955 Blue & white model became a symbol of American automotive excellence. Its sleek design exuded sophistication while revolutionizing driving experiences for many enthusiasts around the world. Taking to skies was Lockheed 1049G Super Constellation of TWA soaring over New York City's skyline. This majestic aircraft represented progress and freedom as it carried passengers towards new horizons. Grounded yet adventurous was Land Rover Series 1 - a rugged vehicle that conquered terrains far beyond city limits. It embodied resilience while enabling exploration into uncharted territories. Sports brought nations together during World Series 1955 when Sandy Amoros' legendary catch stole victory from Yogi Berra's grasp at Yankee Stadium. This electrifying moment showcased athleticism at its finest and ignited passions among fans worldwide. Television screens were graced by "The Honeymooners, " where Jackie Gleason led a talented cast including Audrey Meadows, Art Carney, and Joyce Randolph in comedic brilliance that still resonates today. Fashion took center stage with Kayser Bondor Nylons advertisement, epitomizing the allure of femininity and elegance.