Aldershot Collection (page 6)

Alvis FV102 Striker anti-tank APC, armed with Swingfire missiles, at the British Army Equipment Exhibition, held at Aldershot from 23-27 June 1980. Date: 1980

Combat Engineer Tractor
A Royal engineers Combat Engineer Tractor, on its road transporter, at the British Army Equipment Exhibition, held at Aldershot from 23-27 June 1980. Date: 1980

Vickers Main Battle Tank Mk. III
Vickers Main Battle Tank Mk.III, at the British Army Equipment Exhibition, held at Aldershot from 23-27 June 1980. (with a mock-up of a turret for the proposed Vickers Valiant tank). Date: 1980

Air-portable combat backhoe
A Royal Engineers Air-portable all-terrain backhoe at the British Army Equipment Exhibition, held at Aldershot from 23-27 June 1980. Date: 1980

Westland 30-100 G-BGHF, first prototype of the Westland 30 helicopter, during a role demonstration at the British Army Equipment Exhibition, held at Aldershot from 23-27 June 1980. Date: 1980

Wallis and Steevens Road Roller GOU 537 Amy
Wallis & Steevens Road Roller GOU 537 Amy at Redruth steam rally. Advance 10 ton Steam Roller supplied new to the War Department (Royal Engineers, Aldershot)

Rushmoor GU11 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Rushmoor GU11 1

The Silver Jubilee Aldershot Military Tattoo. An annual event dating back to 1894. In the 1920s and 1930s, the Aldershot Command Searchlight Tattoo held at the Rushmoor Arena presented displays

Queen Mary of Teck visits soldiers at Aldershot in Hampshire, First World War, 1915, (c1920). The Queen doing Duty for the King after His Majestys Accident

Queen Victoria Reviewing the Army of the Empire at Aldershot, 1897... (1901). Creator: Unknown
Queen Victoria Reviewing the Army of the Empire at Aldershot, 1897: The March Past of the Colonials, (1901). Colonial troops of the British Empire on parade in front of the queen at Aldershot

Watching A.T.S. girls at work... Army School of Cookery at Aldershot, c1941, (1951)
Watching A.T.S. girls at work with a field kitchen during one of her visits to the Army School of Cookery at Aldershot, c1941, (1951)

Physical Training and Bayonet Fighting Staff 97th TR Batt
The Physical Training and Bayonet Fighting Staff of the 97th Training Reserve (TR) Battalion - Aldershot Barracks, 1917. Date: 1917

Princess Elizabeth greets Officer of Guard, Rushmoor Arena
Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022) greets the Officer of the Guard when arriving for the daylight dress rehearsal of the Aldershot Tattoo at Rushmoor Arena Date: 1935

Duchess of York with Princess Elizabeth - Aldershot Tattoo
Elizabeth, Duchess of York (later Elizabeth, the Queen Mother 1900-2002) with her (happy) daughter Princess Elizabeth (1926-2022) at the Aldershot Tattoo

Aldershot Camp, c1896. Artist: Wyrall & Son
Aldershot Camp, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

A good fall, wrestling display, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
A good fall, wrestling display, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 30th October 1896

The flying mare outside, wrestling display, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
The flying mare outside, wrestling display, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 30th October 1896

The body holt and neck double, wrestling display, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
The body holt and neck double, wrestling display, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 30th October 1896

The art of boxing, the right under the chin, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
The art of boxing, the right under the chin, Aldershot, Hampshire, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 2nd October 1896

Striking the gong at the main gate of the Aldershot cavalry barracks, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
Striking the gong at the main gate of the Aldershot cavalry barracks, Hampshire, 1896. Main guard of the 3rd Hussars. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 7th August 1896

Display by the Aldershot gymnastic staff, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
Display by the Aldershot gymnastic staff, Hampshire, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 31st January 1896

Display by the staff of the Aldershot gymnasium, Hampshire, 1895. Artist: Gregory & Co
Display by the staff of the Aldershot gymnasium, Hampshire, 1895. The physical training of the soldier. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 20th December 1895

King Edward VII, Prince Fushimi and staff, Aldershot command, 1908-1909. Artist: Gale & Polder
King Edward VII, Prince Fushimi and staff, Aldershot command, 1908-1909. Before his accession to the throne in 1901, Edward (1841-1910) held the title of Prince of Wales

Queen Victoria reviewing her troops, Aldershot, 1856, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The Heavyweight Championship at Aldershot, c1901, (1903). Artist: C Knight
The Heavyweight Championship at Aldershot, c1901, (1903). The annual Army and Navy heavyweight championship at Aldershot. From The Sports of the World, by F. G. Aflalo, F.R.G.S. F.Z.S

King George V at an inspection of troops at Aldershot, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War

Arms of Precision, 1878. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Arms of Precision, 1878. The setting is a Sham Fight, Aldershot.The Brigade Major is saying to the Officer of Artillery: If you Fire by the Compass due South, at a range of Two Miles

The Naughty Wife by Fred Jackson
Promotional postcard for The Naughty Wife by Fred Jackson an elaborated and revised version of Edgar Selwyn.s American play, Losing Eloise. First produced at the Playhouse Theatre on 11th April 1918

WW2 Poster -- Army Officer and other badges
Distinctive Badges of Rank of Officers in the Army, showing corresponding ranks in Royal Navy, Army, & Royal Air Force. Colour lithograph published by Gale and Polden Limited, Aldershot

Major John William Hoggart, British army officer
Major John William Hoggart DSO MC (c1873-1936), British army officer of the Royal Artillery during the First World War. Seen here in uniform in a studio portrait. Date: 1914-1918

Ufos / Burtoo / Aldershot
Alfred Burtoo, fishing at night, is approached by aliens who take him into their spacecraft but decide that he is too old for their purposes

Queen Mary inspecting the W. A. A. Cs (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps) at Aldershot in 1916 during WWI
Queen Mary inspecting the W.A.A.Cs (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps) at Aldershot in 1916 during WWI. Mary of Teck, 1867 - 1953. Queen consort of the United Kingdom as the wife of King George V

King George V And Lord Kitchener Arriving At The Parade Ground Near Aldershot For An Inspection Of Irish Soldiers. Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener, 1850

St George With Royal Standard & Shield With Cross Of St George From Silver Jubilee Tattoo Aldershot Official Programme 1935 Artist Ernest Ibbetson

The Artists Rifles in Camp, 1884.Oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left Godfrey Merry 1884, by Godfrey Pitney Merry, (fl 1883-1915)

Army School of Physical Training, Aldershot
Team photo from the Army School of Physical Training, Aldershot, Hampshire. Date: 1941

East Street School Classroom, Farnham, Surrey
East Street School Classroom, Farnham, near Aldershot, Surrey, England. Showing Class III with Teacher Date: 1900s

Kitchener and George V at Aldershot, WW1
King George V with Lord Kitchener during an inspection of army recruits at Aldershot during the early stages of the First World War. Date: September 1914

Kitcheners army recruits at Aldershot, WW1
Lord Kitcheners army recruits marching along Queens Avenue at Aldershot, ready for an inspection by King George V during the early stages of the First World War. Date: September 1914

The General Strike - Guards return from duty 1926
Londoners watching a procession of The 1st Brigade of Guards, with massed bands, marching through the City past the Royal Exchange and Mansion House

Balloon Square Aldershot c1890s
Balloon Square, Aldershot, c1890s

5th Royal Irish, Aldershot, August 1907
Photograph of recruits at musketry.From a printed booklet containing 17 photographs, 1907. Date: 1907

National Childrens Home (NCH), North Camp, Aldershot / Farn
A view of the National Childrens Home branch at North Camp, Aldershot - the area is now part of Farnborough. Date: Early 1900s

Lidderdale brothers with trophy, 1906
An Aldershot Memory: Two brothers at Dean Close School, Cheltenham, W.G. and F.J. Lidderdale, with their instructors, winners of the Public School Gymnastic Competition in 1906 at Aldershot

Mrs. Cody / Aviator
wife of Samuel Franklin Cody. Became the first woman to fly in England at Laffins Plain, Aldershot, Hampshire, here modelling the latest fashions Date: 1909

England / Aldershot
View in the High Street Date: 1916

Military manouvres 1894
Military manouvres in Britain, volunteers attack regulars at Aldershot Date: 1894

Duke of Edinburgh inspecting paratroopers weapons
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, inspecting paratroopers weapons at a training demonstration station at Caesars Camp, Aldershot on 15 April 1955

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Aldershot, a town with a rich history and diverse attractions. East Street in Farnham, Surrey, is adorned with a poster advertising Bernard Weatherill Ltd. , showcasing the town's thriving business scene. The military presence is evident as well, with the sight of a majestic Airedale dog belonging to the Military Police at Aldershot. One cannot miss the grandeur of The Aldershot Tattoo - The Grand Finale. This spectacular event captivates audiences from near and far, leaving them in awe of the precision and skill displayed by our armed forces. In times gone by, Aldershot played a crucial role in British military recruitment during the inter-war period. Recruitment posters dotted every corner, enticing young men to join their ranks and serve their country proudly. Samuel Cody was an iconic figure in Aldershot's history. In 1911, he graced its streets alongside his wife, leaving an indelible mark on this vibrant community. Technological advancements were not left behind either; Aldershot became a testing ground for innovation. A new type of light tank was demonstrated here – a testament to progress and modern warfare strategies. During World War I, even postwomen joined the war effort at Aldershot. Their dedication and resilience ensured that letters reached loved ones despite challenging circumstances. The Alvis FV102 Striker stands tall as another symbol of military might within this town's borders. Its formidable presence reminds us of our nation's commitment to defense throughout history. Amidst all these moments etched into time lies YMCA Alec's Hut – an oasis amidst chaos during WWI where soldiers found solace and support from caring volunteers who provided comfort when it was needed most. Aldershot has witnessed countless stories unfold within its boundaries: tales of bravery on battlefields or quiet acts of kindness that have shaped its identity over time. It remains forever intertwined with Britain's military heritage, a place where history and progress converge.