1970 1979 Collection

Guy The Gorilla, Regents Park Zoo
4th November 1974: A close-up of Guy, the best remembered gorilla who lived at Regents Park Zoo. He arrived on 5 November 1947, Guy Fawkes Day, hence his name ‘Guy'

The Twin Towers
The twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York, designed by American architect Minoru Yamasaki, 1974. (Photo by Peter Keegan/Keystone/Getty Images)

1973 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9-10 June 1973. Toine Hezemans/Dieter Quester (BMW 3.0 CSL), 11th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 73LM13

Inter-City 125
15th May 1978: The Scotsman, the high speed, Inter-City 125 train, gliding out of Londons Kings Cross station, on its way to Edinburgh

Royal Victoria Docks
12th June 1972: Ships at the Royal Victoria Docks, London. (Photo by Chris Djukanovic/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Dulux Dog Drunk
22nd August 1972: Dash, the famous old English sheep dog who has starred in the Dulux paint commercials for 12 years at the reception held in honour of his retirement

Bavarian Castle
25th August 1970: Neuschwanstein Castle dominates the surrounding tree tops of Bavaria, Germany. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

A countryside laneway in Dorset, England

Leonard Bernstein
20th February 1970: American composer, conductor and pianist Leonard Bernstein (1918 - 1990). (Photo by William H. Alden/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Launch Of Prospero
The satellite Prospero X-3 is launched from the RaF test range in Woomera, South Australia, by a British Black Arrow carrier rocket, 28th October 1971

Bloodhounds
23rd October 1978: Four bloodhounds participating in Windsor Forest Hunt. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

1976 Le Mans 24 Hours Le Mans, France. 12th - 13th June. Brian Redman/Peter Gregg/Herve Poulain (BMW 3.0 CSL), retired, action. World Copyright: Murenbeeld/LAT Photographic Ref: 75LM

Steel Foundry
19th January 1978: The steel foundry at Corby. (Photo by Colin Davey/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Hells Angels
9th June 1972: Members of the Wolverhampton Hells Angels at Bardney festival. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Vietnam War
A Photograph of US Soldiers Walking through Mist in the Cam-Lo Valley, Vietnam, circa 1970. (Photo by Fotosearch/Getty Images)

Brighton Belle
20th March 1970: The Brighton Belle train near Victoria Station, London, on its way to Brighton. (Photo by Victor Drees/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Ayers Rock
An aerial view of Ayers Rock (also known as Uluru), a large sandstone rock formation in the Northern Territory, Australia, 1974. (Photo by Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

1971 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 12th - 13th June 1971. Henri Greder/" Marie-Claude Beaumont" (Chevrolet Corvette Stingray), retired, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1972 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 10-11 June 1972. Gerry Birrell/Claude Bourgoignie (Ford Capri 2600 RS), 10th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 72LMAS63

A mill-pond and historic cottages at Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

The National Theate
25th April 1975: The National Theatre on the South Bank of the Thames is nearing completion. Designed by architect Sir Denys Lasdun. (Photo by Graham Wood/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Kyleakin, Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland

Colourful hire boats tied up on the shoreline of Lake Pokhara, Nepal
Located 200 km west of the capital Kathmandu, Pokhara is the second largest city of Nepal as well as the headquarters of Kaski District, Gandaki Zone and the Western Development Region

Tennessee Williams
US playwright Tennessee Williams (1911 - 1983) reclining with a glass. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Princess Louise
24th April 1979: Exterior of the Princess Louise public house, London. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Two manual workers on ladders painting house exterior, (B&W)

Okapi
9th August 1979: An Okapi feeding at London Zoo. (Photo by Fred Mott/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Coastal scene at Stornaway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

Austin Morris
30th August 1979: An Austin Seven pictured before the Mini name became popular. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

1973 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9-10 June 1973. Henri Greder/"Marie-Claude Beaumont" (Chevrolet Corvette), 12th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 73MFLM

1979 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9th - 10th June 1979. Nick Faure/Steve O'Rourke/Bernard de Dryver/ "Jean Beurlys" (Ferrari 512 BB), 12th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1976 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 12 - 13 June 1976. Alain De Cadenet/Chris Craft, (De Cadenet Lola T380), 3rd position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 76LM29.

1979 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9th - 10th June 1979. The cars line up on the starting gridin the sunshine, atmosphere. World Copyright: LAT Photographic. Ref: 79LM14.

1973 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9-10 June 1973. Claude Laurent/Martial Delalande/Jacques Marche (Ligier JS2 Maserati), 19th position, pit lane action

1979 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9th - 10th June 1979. Jean Ragnotti/Bernard Darniche (Rondeau M379 Ford), 5th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic. Ref: 79LM23.

1979 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9th - 10th June 1979. Jean Ragnotti/Bernard Darniche (Rondeau M379 Ford), 5th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic. Ref: 79LM23.

1973 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9-10 June 1973. Sam Posey/Milt Minter (Ferrari 365 GTB/4), retired, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 73MFLM

1970 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 13-14 June 1970. Guy Ligier/Jean-Claude Andruet (Ligier JS1 Ford), retired, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 3140 - 18A-19.

1970 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 13-14 June 1970. Guy Ligier/Jean-Claude Andruet (Ligier JS1 Ford), retired, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 3140 - 18A-19.

1974 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 15-16 June 1974. Cyril Grandet/Dominique 'Bardini' (Ferrari 365 GTB/4), 5th position, action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 74LM37

1973 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9-10 June 1973. Action at night, atmosphere. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 73MFLM

1970 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 13-14 June 1970. Andrea de Adamich/Piers Courage (Alfa Romeo T33/3), retired, pit stop action. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 70LM

1979 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9th - 10th June 1979. Nick Faure/Steve O'Rourke/Bernard de Dryver/ "Jean Beurlys" (Ferrari 512 BB), 12th position, action

1979 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 9th - 10th June 1979. Nick Faure/Steve O'Rourke/Bernard de Dryver/ "Jean Beurlys" (Ferrari 512 BB), 12th position, action

1975 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 14-15 June 1975. Nigel Clarkson/Derek Worthington (Lola T292 Ford), 29th position, pit stop and driver change, action

1977 Le Mans 24 Hours Le Mans, France. 11th - 12th June 1977. Ian Harrower/Martin Birrane/Ernst Berg/Richard Down (Lola T294S Ford), Not classified, pit stop action

1978 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 10th - 11th June 1978. Chris Craft/Alain de Cadenet (De Cadenet Lola LM-Ford Cosworth), 15th position, action

1975 Le Mans 24 hours. Le Mans, France. 14-15 June 1975. The Goodyear blimp flies over the pits ready for the start of the race, atmosphere. World Copyright: LAT Photographic Ref: 75LM22.

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"Journey through the 1970s: A Decade of Iconic Moments and Unforgettable Memories" Step back in time to the vibrant era of the 1970s, where history was made and memories were etched forever. The iconic Twin Towers stood tall against the New York skyline, symbolizing strength and resilience. Meanwhile, across the pond, a majestic creature named Guy The Gorilla captured hearts with his gentle nature at London Zoo. And who could forget that hilarious moment when even Dulux Dog got a little too carried away with festivities? Innovation soared as the Inter-City 125 revolutionized train travel, whisking passengers across vast distances in record time. Over at Royal Victoria Docks, bustling trade and commerce painted a picture of progress. Transport yourself to Bavarian Castle's enchanting beauty; its grandeur transported visitors to another world entirely. Or take a leisurely stroll down a quaint countryside laneway in Dorset, England – serenity at its finest. The launch of Prospero marked an important milestone in space exploration, showcasing humanity's insatiable curiosity for what lies beyond our planet's boundaries. Meanwhile, adrenaline junkies reveled in the thrilling spectacle that was Le Mans 24 hours race - unforgettable moments etched into racing history forever. Bloodhounds showcased their incredible tracking abilities while Leonard Bernstein mesmerized audiences worldwide with his musical genius. As we reflect on this remarkable decade filled with triumphs and tribulations alike let us remember those who pushed boundaries and shaped our world during these transformative years. The 1970s will always hold a special place in our collective memory - an era defined by innovation, cultural shifts, and unforgettable experiences that continue to inspire generations today.