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Map East African Campaign May 1941 Country Geographt
Map showing the East African Campaign, May, 1941. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

Spanish Advertisement Publicity De Dion-Bouton
Spanish advertisement for a De Dion-Bouton motor car. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912

Map German Advance Greece 6-30 April 1941 Greek Campaign
Map showing the German advance in Greece, 6-30 April, 1941. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

Gabriel Leuvielle Max Linder Portrait French
Gabriel Leuvielle, 1883 - 1925, aka Max Linder. French actor, director, screenwriter, producer and comedian of the silent film era. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912

Goering General Jeschonnek General Loerzer Studying
EDITORIALGoering with, left, General Jeschonnek, and right, General Loerzer, studying a map while planning an attack on Britain, 1940. Hermann Wilhelm Goring or Goering, 1893-1946

Spanish Advertisement El Petróleo Gal 1912
Spanish advertisement for El petroleo Gal, 1912. El petroleo Gal or Gal oil, became known at the beginning of the 20th century

Two Injured Turks Escaping Escape Village Attacked
Two injured Turks escaping from a village attacked by the Bulgarian forces during the First Balkan War, 1912. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912

Approach London Bridge German Bombing Attack
The approach to London Bridge after a German bombing attack, September 1940. Civilians making their way to work amongst the rubble. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

Álvaro De Figueroa Y Torres-Sotomayor 1st Count Of Romanones
EDITORIAL Alvaro de Figueroa y Torres-Sotomayor, 1st Count of Romanones, 1863 - 1950. Spanish politician, businessman and three times Prime Minister of Spain

Day War Declared 11 A.m. 3rd September 1939 England
The day war was declared, 11 a.m. 3rd September, 1939. From The War in Pictures, First Year

Signing Japanese Surrender On Board American Batleship
EDITORIALThe signing of the Japanese surrender on board the American batleship "Missouri" anchored in Tokyo Bay, 2 September, 1945

Diagram German Rocket Bomb 1944 Weapon Weapons
Diagram of a German rocket bomb showing how it was raised into a firing position, 1944. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

José Canalejas Y Méndez Portrait Spanish
Jose Canalejas y Mendez, 1854 - 1912. Spanish politician, Prime Minister of Spain. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912

9th Air Force Marauder Aircraft Dropping Bombs
9th Air Force "Marauder" aircraft dropping bombs on the marshalling yard at Emskirchen, Germany, November 1944. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

Spanish Advertisement El Petróleo Gal 1912
Spanish advertisement for El petroleo Gal, 1912. El petroleo Gal or Gal oil, became known at the beginning of the 20th century

Girls Soldiers Piccadilly Lodon England Rejoicing
Girls and soldiers in Piccadilly, Lodon, England rejoicing and giving thanks for victory, 9 May 1945 at the end of WWII. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

Alfonso XIII Portrait El Africano African King Of Spain
Alfonso XIII touring positions occupied by troops during the manoeuvers carried out in Paracuellos de Jarama, Spain, 1912. Alfonso XIII, 1886 - 1941, aka El Africano or the African. King of Spain

André Deed Wife Valentina Frascaroli Henri André Chapais
EDITORIAL Andre Deed and his wife Valentina Frascaroli. Henri Andre Chapais, aka Andre Deed, 1879 - 1940. French actor and director. Valentina Frascaroli, 1855 - 1957. Italian actress

Field-Marshal Montgomery Receives Delegation
EDITORIAL Field-Marshal Montgomery receives a delegation of German officers who agreed to unconditional surrender of the German forces in North-West Germany, Holland and Denmark, 4 May 1945

Alicante Train Derailment October 5 1912 Passenger Train
The Alicante train derailment, October 5, 1912. A passenger train approaching Alicante station went off the track and crashed in to the station buildings

Map Extent Germans Attack Americans Ardennes
Map showing the extent of the German's attack against the Americans in the Ardennes and their drive into Belgium, 1944, during WWII. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year

Spanish Advertisement El Vigorizador Electrico
Spanish advertisement for El Vigorizador Electrico, or The Electric Invigorator, of Doctor Maclaughlin, guaranteed to cure all nervous problems, weakness, headaches, memory loss, insomnia etc

German Gunners Defending Coastal Battery Ruhr
German gunners defending a coastal battery in the Ruhr against RAF bombers, 2-6 June, 1940 during World War Two. From The War in Pictures, First Year

Life As A Tree, 18th Century Caption reads, "Darwin's evolutionary theory was to reinterpret the centuries old picture of life as a tree with many branches displaying the various species

advertising, match labels with advertising, international labels from: Belgium, Great Britain, Netherlands, advertising for coffee, cigarette, briquettes etc

Antique advertising. Underwood typewriters. Antique illustration. 1923

advertising, Happy Easter, child and easter-bunny, Trumpf chocolate, Germany, circa 1929, Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

kitsch, picture postcard, Happy Easter, Germany, 1902, Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

kitsch, easter bunny, Germany, circa 1927, Additional-Rights-Clearances-NA

symbol / emblem / icon, fidelity, white dove in flower basket, Germany, 1917, Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

advertising, cosmetic, make-up, Maybelline Eye Make-Up, "Happy the Bride with Lovely Eyes", advertisement, in English, 1950s

kitsch, Happy Easter, Easter bunny with cart, Germany, circa 1925, Additional-Rights-Clearances-NA

Entitled: "Swinging" shows two kittens wearing clothes on a swing. Harry Whittier Frees (1879 - 1953) was an American photographer who photographed live animals dressed

Good Luck Cat 1950s postcard with a lucky black cat to the fore and a pretty red silk bow to complete the ensemble

kitsch / souvenir, nodding dog, Germany, circa 1975, Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

Anthropomorphism, "Tommy Atkins", 1905

Silk embroidery postcard by artist Elsi Gumier of a woman from Andaluciaholding a fan and wearing traditional dress of the region, circa 1950s, 1960's

‘New Mexico and Arizona Rockies – Land of History and Mystery, Travel by Train. 1925 Union Pacific Railways Tourism Poster featuring tourist purchasing craft ware from a Native American

The Silver Slipper Casino on the Strip in Las Vegas circa 1970s

Cortina d'Ampezzo, Ski Resort, Italy, Italian vintage travel poster, circa 1920 Artist: unknown

Colorful neon signs at night on Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas, Nevada circa 1970s Fremont Street in Las Vegas, Nevada circa 1970s

‘Monaco Monte-Carlo au pays du soleil 1922 Tourism Poster showing the view from Jardin Exotique de Monaco across to the harbour

Buick pulling an Airstream Trailer in Pisa, Italy as part of a Wally Byam 1956 European Caravan

Fashion illustration, 1935.Fashion illustration, 1935. Designs by Margaret Barry, Eva Lutyens and WW Reville-Terry Ltd. A print from Vogue, 1st May 1935

Fashion plate illustration by Barclay. Creation: Martial et Armand; Creation: Jenny; Creation Martial et Armand; Creation: Jean Patou

fashion, 1930s, ladie's fashion, elegant fashion, 20th century, historic, historical, clothes, dress, dresses, ladie's, elegance, skirt, fur, high society, gloves, magazine, pattern

Women's Fashion, 1967 Antonio Lopez (February 11, 1943 - March 17, 1987) was a fashion illustrator whose work appeared in such publications as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle

Entitled: "Paquin dress illustration by George Barbier, 1912." Jeanne Paquin (1869 - 1936) was a leading French fashion designer, known for her resolutely modern and innovative designs

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"Capturing the Essence of the 20th Century: A Kaleidoscope of Moments" The 20th century, a time of remarkable achievements and profound transformations, left an indelible mark on our collective memory. From the iconic Pale Blue Dot image captured by Voyager 1 to Earthrise over Moon witnessed by Apollo 8 astronauts, humanity's perspective expanded beyond imagination. Artists like Laura Knight with her masterpiece "Gypsy Splendour" and Arthur Spooner's depiction of "The Goose Fair, Nottingham" showcased the vibrant spirit and cultural diversity that defined this era. Meanwhile, in 1919, a solar eclipse mesmerized observers worldwide as they marveled at nature's celestial spectacle. In the realm of entertainment, Laurel and Hardy brought laughter to millions through their timeless comedy routines. Their comedic genius transcended borders and generations alike. Similarly, Laura Knight immortalized Elsie on Hassan with her brush strokes capturing both beauty and strength. Photographs such as the awe-inspiring Earthrise photograph became symbols of environmental awareness while igniting a sense of unity among mankind. On a different note, even Bigfoot made its appearance in film during this period - sparking curiosity about unknown creatures lurking within our world. Diego Rivera's mural titled "RIVERA: DAY OF THE DEAD, " adorning Mexico City's Ministry of Public Education building celebrated life amidst death during the Feast of Day Dead—an enduring testament to Mexican culture and traditions. As we journeyed through time together, witnessing milestones like Stan Laurel alongside Oliver Hardy or admiring London's Thames Barrier guarding against rising tides with Canary Wharf looming behind it all—these snapshots encapsulate just some facets that shaped an extraordinary century filled with progress and wonderment.