24th Collection

Earthrise photograph, artwork
Earthrise photograph. Artwork based on the famous Earthrise photographs taken by the Apollo 8 astronauts Frank Borman and William Anders

Mass Trespass of Kinder Scout
Peak District ramblers in trouble: walking towards Kinder Scout on the occasion of their battle with the gamekeepers. The mass trespass intended to highlight the denial of access for walkers to open

West Brom Football Team
WEST BROMWICH ALBION The team that beat Preston North End in the FA Cup Final at Kennington Oval, March 24th 1888, by 2-1

Advertisement for the Flying Standard Twenty car
Full page photographic advertisement for the Flying Standard Twenty car, showing two photos of the car in front of large houses, a typically aspirational car advert of the 1930s period

International Air Rally Poster
Poster, International Air Rally at Lympne, near Hythe, Kent, organised by the Cinque Ports Flying Club. Depicting two planes and a parachute. August 1935

Golden Arrow Pullman advertisement
Colour advert for the new Golden Arrow Pullman train from London to Paris with special boat service

Stylish Horse Race by Victor Hicks
A stylised illustration showing an elegant lady leading a racehorse in the paddock. The illustration is accompanied by the following poem; Airs and graces

R. M. S. Queen Mary leaving Clydebank, March 1936
Photograph of the R.M.S. Queen Mary leaving John Browns shipyard, Clydebank, for Greenock on 24th March 1936. Several of the seven tugs involved in manoevering the Queen Mary down the Clyde are

The Zulu war. Scene of the Battle of Isandula (Isandhlwana)
After the Battle of Isadhlwana. A description by Lieutenant Crealock reads, Day waned and the night hung over the hill, when we reached the last ridge, beyond which lay what had been our camp

Coveracks new lifeboat, 1954
Coveracks new lifeboat, William Taylor of Oldham, being hauled up the slipway on 24th July 1954. It cost 25, 000 to build. Cornwall. Date: 1954

Female munitions workers. By Fortunio Matania
As it became clear there would be no decisive swift victory for either side in World War I, the constant demand for munitions increased

Ambulance
A 12-15 horsepower FIAT motor ambulance equipped with two stretchers, and greatly in demand by the Red Cross during World War I

Hollywood hair dressing salon, Miss Annie Ondra having her h
The Hollywood hairdressing salon of the British Hollywood. Mme Franzi Jaschke attending to Miss Annie Ondra in the great film studios at Elstree

A Trinity House Lightship, early 20th century
Illustration of a Trinity House lightship, from The Sphere, 24th November 1913

Opening of Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium
The Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium, unveiled and dedicated by Field-Marshal Lord Plumer, 24 July 1927 Date: 1927

Queen Elizabeth II accepts the Honours of Scotland
Queen Elizabeth II accepts the " Honours of Scotland" (the Scottish Crown Jewels) at the National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication at St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, June 24, 1953

Empire Day - May 24th, 1909
One King. One Fleet. One Flag. One Empire. Celebration postcard to commemorate Empire Day - May 24th, 1909. Members of the British Empire celebrate beneath a statue of Queen Victoria above a

Queen Charlottes Ball 1939
Debutantes curtsy as H.H Princess Helena Victoria cuts a giant birthday cake at Queen Charlottes Ball at Grosvenor House. The ball was one of the most important dates in the social calendar

Mass trespass at Kinder Scout
Peak District ramblers in trouble: walking towards Kinder Scout on the occasion of their battle with the gamekeepers. The mass trespass intended to highlight the denial of access for walkers to open

Atomic bomb explosion

Apollo 16 lunar rover, artwork
Apollo 16 lunar rover. Artwork of the US astronaut John Watts Young (born 1930) driving a lunar rover on a performance test run on the Moons surface

Royal wedding at Balcombe, Sussex
The general interest in the wedding of Lady May Cambridge and Captain Henry Abel Smith, Royal Horse Guards, in the little village church of Balcombe

Royal Air Force Martin 187 Baltimore B Mk. III - head-on view
Royal Air Force Martin 187 Baltimore B Mk.III. The prominent Boulton-Paul mid-upper turret can be clearly seen - head-on view from the photographers favourite Handley Page Hampden mount - 24th

Duke of York at Countesthorpe Cottage Homes, Leicester
The Duke of York pays a visit to the Countesthorpe Cottage Homes, Leicester - 24th November 1921. The homes provided accommodation for pauper children away from the workhouse. Date: 1921

A Trinity House Lightship on a stormy night, early 20th cent
Illustration of a lightship on a stormy night, from The Sphere, 24th November 1913

Winners of the 24th RAC Tourist Trophy Race at Goodwood (left to right): C Shelby, Stirling Moss, R Salvadori and D Brown driving an Aston Martin. Date: 1959

Mr and Mrs Evelyn Waugh at the Tropical party on board the Friendship

Marriage proposal
Engraving showing a young man on his knees kissing a young womans hand, possibly during a marriage proposal. The image originally accompanied a story called Blind Love in the ILN, by Wilkie Collins

Second Italian War of Independence. Battle of Solferino (24th June 1859). Attack of the French over Solferino. Litography

Programme for Exeter Hall, London, 1852
Concert given by the new Philharmonic Society, including performances by Silas, Sivori and Piatti. Date: 24th March 1852

Khaki Chums Christmas Truce Cross, St Yvon, Belgium
At Christmas 1914, over the 24th/25th December, a truce was held here between the 1st Battalion the Warwickshire Regiment and the 7th Bavarians in which Bruce Bairnsfaher took part

Wooden portrait dummy of Tutankhamun
Cover of the Illustrated London News, 24th February 1923, featuring a life-size wooden portrait dummy of Tutankhamun believed to have been used for robing purposes

Prince Albert and Elizabeth Bowes Lyon, Marriage Certificate
The Marriage Certificate for the wedding of Prince Albert, Duke of York (1895-1952) (later King George VI) to Elizabeth Bowes Lyon (1900-2002) (later Elizabeth)

Garter Point Ypres Belgium 24th October 1917 WW1

Dead soldiers outside bunker, Garter Point near Ypres, Belgium, 24th Oct 1917

King Edward VII arriving at Ramsey Pier, Isle of Man, 1901
King Edward VII arriving at Ramsey Pier, Isle of Man, on 24th August 1902. Date: 1902

The 24th South Wales Borderers by Walter Richards
Her Majesty's Army by Walter Richards, The 24th South Wales Borderers Date: 1888

Spanish Civil War 10 Demands Of Youth Presented
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SPAIN. Belchite. Sapin. Civil War (1936-1939). Ruins of Belchite, town where the battle of Belchite took place (24th August-6th September 1937)

Poster advertising the 24th Royal Austrian charity lottery in 1912, 1912 (colour litho)
1197712 Poster advertising the 24th Royal Austrian charity lottery in 1912, 1912 (colour litho) by Krenek, Carl (1880-1948); 63x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Krenek)

Fifth Avenue Hotel, Manhattan, New York, c. 1890s
Vintage 19th century photograph: the Fifth Avenue Hotel, Manhattan, New York, c.1890s. The Fifth Avenue Hotel was a luxury hotel located at 200 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan

Feldmans 24th Song Annual - George Robey
Feldmans 24th Song Annual with Tonic Sol-fa setting. George Robey featured with his hit Shurr-up. circa 1910

Zetten Liberation Monument, Holland
This impressive Monument, designed by G. Berns, was inaugurated on 24th September 1984. It takes the form of a symbolic dugout representing the many civilians

Champions Old and New - Ted Ray & James Braid
Golf champions Ted Ray and James Braid congratulating winner Percy Allis and runner-up James Adams after the News of the World golf tournament at Stoke Poges 24th September 1937

Sphere special supplement for Empire Day
Cover of The Sphere magazines special supplement for Empire Day, instigated by the Earl of Meath and celebrated on Queen Victorias birthday, May 24th each year

Edward, Prince of Wales from a sketch by John St. Helier Lan
H.R.H. The Prince of Wales from a study made by John St. Helier Lander for a full-length portrait published in the Illustrated London News at a later date

Avro York C Mk. II prototype LV626
The sole Avro York C Mk.II prototype LV626, converted from the 1st prototype York, fitted with Bristol Hercules radial engines and the central auxiliary fin, as fitted to production Yorks

Princess Elizabeth as a bridesmaid
Lady May Cambridge (Princess May of Teck), with her bridesmaid Princess Elizabeth of York, later Queen Elizabeth II. On 24th October 1931, Lady May, Prince Leopolds granddaughter

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"24th: A Journey Through Time and Triumphs" Step back in time to the 24th of various significant moments that shaped history. From the Mass Trespass of Kinder Scout, where brave individuals fought for their right to roam freely on the land, to the iconic Earthrise photograph capturing our planet's beauty from space. Delve into artistry with David Wright's mesmerizing artwork "Inconstant, " a reflection of life's ever-changing nature. Celebrate West Brom Football Team's triumphs as they etch their name in sporting history. Experience the thrill of adventure through an International Air Rally Poster, igniting wanderlust within all who gaze upon it. Immerse yourself in the dramatic scene of The Zulu War Battle at Isandula (Isandhlwana), where bravery clashed against adversity. Indulge in luxury with Golden Arrow Pullman advertisement, transporting you to an era defined by elegance and sophistication. Witness Victor Hicks' Stylish Horse Race, capturing both speed and grace intertwined on a racetrack. Celebrate courage and resilience with Coveracks new lifeboat launch in 1954, symbolizing hope amidst turbulent times. Honor female munitions workers through Fortunio Matania's poignant portrayal, showcasing their vital contribution during times of conflict. Marvel at R. M. S Queen Mary leaving Clydebank in March 1936; witness her grandeur as she embarks on a journey across vast oceans. Explore mysteries beyond our comprehension with UFO sightings and tales of abductions like those experienced by Allagash residents. The 24th encapsulates historical milestones that have shaped our world – from acts of defiance to artistic masterpieces; from triumphs on fields to heroic battles fought; from luxurious escapades to extraordinary encounters beyond our realm. Join us as we unravel these captivating stories woven into this remarkable day throughout history.