Air Raids Collection

Bomb disposal unit in action
The Royal Engineers bomb disposal unit in action in West London, 17 September 1940

Land Girl in 1944
Land Girl from Girls Training Corps farming in Southern England

Members of the volunteer Overseas Contingent of the National Fire Service have issued with special kit in readiness for service

Ordnance Survey map of north east Sheffield copied by the Germans, and marked with bombing targets, c. 1940
Original at Sheffield City Archives MD7731/4 and Sheffield Local Studies Librarys 26 M/5

Damage to Houses of Parliament
Inspecting bomb damage to Cloister Court, Houses of Parliament 17 December 1940

Building the outer foundations for an air raid shelter in a garden in Hextable. 1938

London during the Blitz While services are being held in London, commemorating the second anniversary of The Battle of Britain

A kitten is saved after a daylight air raid over London, during the Blitz. Comforted by a member of LaS - London Auxiliary Ambulance Service. Actual Location unknown. Picture taken 3rd October 1940

Scrattons Farm Estate, Ripple Road, Barking, Essex, after it was damaged in a World War Two air raid. The Smith sisters lived at this house

German plane wreckage being removed
German Messerschmitt fighter wreckage being removed in front of Westminster London, September 1940

Woman in gas mask clocks in at work
Women on the telephone switchboard in Faraday Buildings, Queen Victoria Street in London, were trained to speak in gas masks 1938

A Service in St Georges Cathedral Southwark after an air raid 1941
The Blitz: World War II: Britain: Air Raids: London: Southwark. Despite the damage to the fabric of the church the work of the clergy goes

Mass at bombed Southwark Cathedral
Holding mass in the ruins of St Georges Roman Catholic Cathedral, Southwark London June 1941

King George VI in Bristol
King George the VI greets crowds while inspecting recent bomb damage in Bristol, 17 December 1940

Bomb damaged house Hackney London
Children viewing a bomb damaged house, with a message on the door to the milkman, Hackney London 11 October 1940

Woman bus conductor in wartime
Woman bus conductor standing on the rear platform of a London Bus 1940

Women relaxing in the park in 1942
Women sunbathing in 1942

Wartime street trader
A trader in Lambeth Walk London selling silk stockings 1940

Map Illustrating Far East Bombing Offensive American "Super-Fortresses"
Map illustrating the Far East bombing offensive by American "Super-Fortresses", November 1944. It shows the area occupied by the Allies, and the Japanese, air raids and naval bases

Photo-reconnaissance image taken by 541 Squadron, RAF over Stettin, Germany, following the long-range attack by aircraft of Bomber Command on the night of 20/21 April 1943

Cattle from a field at Waltham Abbey, Essex, seen roaming through the local Fire Station. A common occurrence. Picture taken circa 14th November 1944

Fireman from The London Fire Brigade seen here at Camberwell, London, during a raid on the city on the 8th - 9th December 1940

The tomb of Oliver Goldsmith in the Temple, London, damaged by the blitz on the nights of May 10th & 11th 1941

John Walsh department store, High Street, Sheffield, blazing during the raid. Picture taken at 6.30am by the light of the burning buildings. 13th December 1940

The Battle of Berlin was a series of attacks on Berlin by RAF Bomber Command along with raids on other German cities to keep German defences dispersed

Birmingham Blitz during the Second World War. Damage to John Bright Street following an air raid. 20th November 1940

Bomb damage to Bull Ring, High Street, Birmingham, after air raid on night of 9th April 1941. Pictured 10th April 1941

Anti Aircraft Defences, Birmingham, 10th May 1941. World War Two Air Raids, Birmingham

Children playing games on a bomb site in London, three little girls play with bricks on the site of a bomb raid during WW2 Circa 1941

Firefighters battle flames near St. Pauls Cathedral
Firefighters battle flames on a shop near St. Pauls Cathedral London, after a night of heavy air raids causing extensive fire damage 29/30 December 1940

Bombed sports good shop
Groses sports shop in New Bridge Street London, suffering bomb damage December 1940

Shot down German plane in a field
A farmer herding sheep around the wreckage of a German plane, shot down after a dog-fight over his farm, September 1940

Eagle squadron of fighters 1940
Eagle Squadron fighters in formation, one of three squadrons of the RAF formed with volunteer American pilots (prior to American entry into the war), 12 October 1940

WaFS in Paris
Womens Air Force (WaFs) in 1944, in Paris with Eiffel Tower in background

John Lewis Oxford Street bombing aftermath
John Lewis department store on Oxford Street London, gutted after an air raid 18 September 1940

Policeman checks for gas leaks
A policeman checks for gas leaking from this street lamp following a daylight air raid, London 19 October 1940

Rescuing books of records
Soldiers help City of London clerks rescue books of records, after massive air raids 29/30 December 1940

The Crescent in Wartime, 1939 (pastel)
6199984 The Crescent in Wartime, 1939 (pastel) by Foggie, David (1878-1948); 50.8x69 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums

The Scala in Milan hit by enemy bombs (colour litho)
2784243 The Scala in Milan hit by enemy bombs (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Scala di Milano hit by enemy bombs)

Boarding house on Cromwell Road damaged in a Zeppelin raid on Southend, Essex, 10 May 1915 (b / w photo)
6029822 Boarding house on Cromwell Road damaged in a Zeppelin raid on Southend, Essex, 10 May 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A heroic rescue (colour litho)
2784266 A heroic rescue (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A heroic rescue. During an enemy air raid on Turin, some of our aviation officers)

A night of fire in La Spezia (colour litho)
2784248 A night of fire in La Spezia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A young midwife is called urgently and rushes to a house that is ruining)

House on West Street damaged by a German Zeppelin raid on Southend, Essex, World War I, 10 May 1915 (b / w photo)
6029831 House on West Street damaged by a German Zeppelin raid on Southend, Essex, World War I, 10 May 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Damage caused to London in air raids by German Gotha bombers during World War I, 1917-1918 (b / w photo)
6015411 Damage caused to London in air raids by German Gotha bombers during World War I, 1917-1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Lieutenants Frederick Sowrey and William Leefe Robinson, British fighter pilots of the First World War
6029719 Lieutenants Frederick Sowrey and William Leefe Robinson, British fighter pilots of the First World War, who each shot down a German Zeppelin airship during raids on southern England in

Many months of bombing have proved the worth of surface shelters. Time and again properly built surface shelters have kept thousands of people safe, even when surrounding buildings have been wrecked

These girls in an Essex coastal town have joined a roof spotters corps and are offering their services to any organisation or company that requires a spotter

Photo Reconnaissance image of Mainz, Germany reveals the devastation caused by the RAF attacks on the city on the nights of the 11th/12th and 12th/13th August 1942

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"Unyielding Courage: The Devastating Reality Unleashed" Bomb disposal unit in action: Witness the fearless heroes risking their lives to defuse deadly explosives amidst chaos and destruction. Land Girl in 1944: Amidst the turmoil, a resilient Land Girl continues her vital work on the land, ensuring food security during these trying times. Damage to Houses of Parliament: Behold the haunting sight of one of Britain's most iconic landmarks scarred by relentless enemy bombings, a symbol of resilience against tyranny. Ordnance Survey map revealing German bombing targets: Discover a chilling artifact from history as we unveil an infiltrated map used by our enemies to target innocent civilians with devastating precision. London during the Blitz While services are being held in London, commemorating the fallen souls who bravely faced unimaginable horrors for freedom's sake, life goes on amidst shattered streets and broken dreams. Building air raid shelter foundations in Hextable garden: Step into an ordinary suburban garden transformed into a sanctuary against terror—a testament to human ingenuity and determination to protect loved ones at all costs. Aftermath of pilotless enemy plane crash in Streatham: Witness firsthand the aftermath when death rains from above as wreckage litters the streets and brave citizens rally together to restore order amid chaos. Removal of German plane wreckage: A poignant moment unfolds as remnants of enemy aircraft are painstakingly cleared away—an act symbolizing victory over aggression and hope for a brighter future ahead. Woman clocking in at work wearing gas mask: Meet extraordinary women who fearlessly embraced their duties while donning gas masks—a powerful image capturing unwavering dedication even under constant threat. Service at St George's Cathedral Southwark after an air raid (1941): Gathered within hallowed walls, survivors find solace amidst ruins—faith unbroken, resilience undeterred, and unity stronger than ever before.