1955 Collection (page 6)

Avro Vulcan B. 1 XA890
Royal Air Force - Avro Vulcan B.1 XA890, at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show from 5-11 September 1955. Date: 1955

Laird LC-1B300 N10402 (msn 188), in use as an agricultural sprayer in the 1950s Date: circa 1955

Percival P. 50 Prince 2A G-ALWH
Percival P.50 Prince 2A G-ALWH (msn P50-10), of the Sperry Gyroscope Co. Date: circa 1955

Waco 9 N2574 (msn 359), in the markings of Pennsylvania Airlines. Date: circa 1955

Ladies enjoying the food at a cookery demonstration. Date: circa 1955

A Civil Defence training exercise, recovering a casualty Date: circa 1955

Martin 2-0-2A N93052 City of San Francisco (msn 09142), of California Central Airlines, Date: circa 1955

An aerial view of The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street, the Bank of England, with the Royal Exchange, in London. Date: circa 1955

Interior furniture design by Harrod's
Interior furniture design with chairs and table by Harrod's, possibly at the Ideal Home Exhibition. Date: circa 1955

Raymond Baxter conducting an interview with an American Airlines executive. Date: circa 1955

Factory worker Date: circa 1955

A view of Keflavik village, Iceland. Date: circa 1955

Portrait of Miss Constance Collier
Miss Constance Collier (22nd January 1878- 25th April 1955), born Laura Constance Hardie, was an English stage and film actress and acting coach

Advert, Turkish Maritime Lines, Mediterranean Passenger Services Date: 1955

Thomas Cook's Map of Europe 1955 Date: 1955

Advert, The United Steamship Company, Copenhagen - to Scandinavia and the Continent via Esbjerg Date: 1955

Advert, The Hellenic Mediterranean Lines, Greece
Advert, The Hellenic Mediterranean Lines, Piraeus, Greece Date: 1955

Advert, Swedish Lloyd Cruise Ships - from the heart of London to the heart of Scandinavia Date: 1955

Advert, Prince Line to Mediterranean Ports Date: 1955

Nomikos Lines, Mediterranean Passenger Services Date: 1955

Advert, Italian Line cruises, Genoa, Italy Date: 1955

Advert, A Perfect Picture with Gevaert Photo Film
Advert, At every turn a Perfect Picture with Gevaert Photo Film, Gevapan. Date: 1955

A large Ice floe near Bluie West One in Greenland. Date: circa 1955

Architects photo of Nursing Home, London Road, Oxford. Date: circa 1955

Tunulliarfik Fjord, Greenland, near Bluie West One. Date: circa 1955

A&W Hubbard's jewellery shop, Ipswich. Date: circa 1955

Danny Kaye. Date: circa 1955

Tunugdliarfik Fjord, Greenland
Tunulliarfik Fjord, Greenland, near Bluie West One. Date: circa 1955

The coast of Newfoundland near Stevenville. Date: circa 1955

Poster, RAC British Grand Prix, Aintree, Liverpool, sponsored by the Daily Telegraph, Saturday 16 July 1955 Date: 1955

SAAB 91B Safir F-BHAG (msn 91298), of Aero-Club Air France, at Sywell in May 1966. Air France bought five 91B Safirs in 1955 and used them for their Aero Club

de Havilland DH. 89a Dragon Rapide G-ALGC
de Havilland DH.89a Dragon Rapide G-ALGC (msn 6906). Date: circa 1955

de Havilland DH. 89b Dragon Rapide ZK-ALB
de Havilland DH.89b Dragon Rapide ZK-ALB (msn 6655, ex Dominie HG655), at Christchurch, NZ. Date: circa 1955

de Havilland DH. 82a Tiger Moth ZK-BMY
de Havilland DH.82a Tiger Moth ZK-BMY (msn DH.NZ101). Date: circa 1955

Exhibition of Gold and Silver shoes Date: circa 1955

United States Navy Reserve trainees working on a Grumman F9F
United States Navy Reserve trainees, carrying out procedures on the 20mm cannon and AN/APR-30 gun ranging radar of a Grumman F9F, at Naval Air Station Columbus, in Ohio, on 7 February 1955. Date: 1955

Citroen Light Fifteen LBC649
Citroen Light Fifteen WBC649. A British right-hand drive version of the Citroen 11BL Traction Avant, with British components and electrics, built in Slough. Date: circa 1955

Mstislav Rostropovich and Galina Vishnevskaya
Mstislav Rostropovich (1927-2007), renowned Russian cellist and conductor. Seen here with his wife, the Russian soprano Galina Pavlovna Vishnevskaya (b 1926). The couple married in 1955

Steve Ovett, English Olympic athlete
Stephen (Steve) Michael James Ovett (b 1955), English Olympic athlete, middle distance runner, winner of a Gold and a Bronze medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics

Ho Chi Minh 1969 Vietnamese Communism Communist
ho, chi, minh, 1969, vietnamese, communism, communist, conflict, politics, political, politician, revolution, revolutionary, dictator, prime, minister, 1946, 1955, president, leader, 1945

Ho Chi Minh, Bill Alexander and John Collan
Ho Chi Minh (1890-1969), Vietnamese Communist revolutionary and Dictator, Prime Minister (1946-1955) and President (1945-1969) of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam)

Ho Chi Minh, communist leader of North Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh (1890-1969), Vietnamese Communist revolutionary and Dictator, Prime Minister (1946-1955) and President (1945-1969) of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam)

Portrait bust of Albert Einstein, theoretical physicist
Albert Einstein (1879-1955), theoretical physicist, philosopher and author -- a bronze portrait bust on a marble plinth, made by Sir Jacob Epstein (1880-1959), American-born British sculptor

Clement Richard Attlee giving a speech
Clement Richard Attlee, 1st Earl Attlee (1883-1967), British Labour politician, Labour Party leader 1935-1955 and Prime Minister 1945-1951. Seen here giving a speech on behalf of the Labour Party

Clement Richard Attlee, Armistice Day procession
Clement Richard Attlee, 1st Earl Attlee (1883-1967), British Labour politician, Labour Party leader 1935-1955 and Prime Minister 1945-1951

Albert Einstein with Charlie Chaplin at movie premiere
Albert Einstein (1879-1955), theoretical physicist, with Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977), film star and director, at the premiere of Chaplin's movie, City Lights

Norman Dodds MP and Teddy boys
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Cooperative politician pictured talking to some Teddy boys in a bar or pub. MP for Dartford from 1945-1955 and for Erith

Norman Dodds MP
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Labour Cooperative politician. MP for Dartford from 1945-55 and for Erith and Crayford from 1955 until his death in 1965, aged 61. Date: c.1950

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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.