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April Collection (page 5)

"April: A Month of Remarkable Moments and Memorable Milestones" As the rain poured down relentlessly, April seemed to be a complete wash-out

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April Collection: Marriage of Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon 1923
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April Collection: Fashion design by Eva Lutyens
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April Collection: Sunset over the Valley of Rocks in Exmoor National Park, Devon, England
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April Collection: Church of the Holy Cross, the parish church of Crediton in early Spring, Devon, England
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April Collection: Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyonweds Albert, Duke of York
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April Collection: Bystander Royal Wedding Number front cover - George VI
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April Collection: Battle of Waterloo, 1815
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April Collection: Poster design, Brussels International Exhibition
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April Collection: Mr Grahams balloon ascent, Kew Bridge
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April Collection: North America, USA, Washington, Seattle. Cherry trees on the University of Washington
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April Collection: CHICAGO: WOMEN, 1941. Women on Easter Sunday on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois
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April Collection: CM18 7074 Philip Strickland, Bentley 4 Litre Le Mans, VDP
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April Collection: CJ6 8266 Ian Fyfe, Riley 12-70 Special
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April Collection: LUMBERJACK, 1907. An old lumberjack leaning against a giant sequoia log, Northern California
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April Collection: de Havilland DH85 Leopard Moth, G-AIYS, at Croydon
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April Collection: Gladys McIntyre giving doughnuts to an American infantryman of the 26th Division at Ansonville
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April Collection: Bristol Freighter IA F-BCJM
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April Collection: Firefighting at Eccleston Place, Victoria, London
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April Collection: A betrothed couple exchanging rings in April: illumination from the 15th century manuscript of
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April Collection: WW1 / 1915 / AIR / COURTRAI
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April Collection: GLC-LFB appliance fleet - foam tender
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April Collection: GLC-LFB - Turntable Ladder at Brigade HQ
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April Collection: British rigid airship No. 9 in flight, WW1
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April Collection: Fashions for the Festival of Britain
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April Collection: Concorde 002
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April Collection: Front cover of The Bystander by Rick Elmes
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April Collection: Britannia and Eve front cover, April 1954
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April Collection: Mrs Florence Emily Hardy
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April Collection: The Opening of the Royal Albert Hall, March 1871
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April Collection: Hiker & Camper Mag / 4. 31
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April Collection: Newcastle United vs. Barnsley, F. A. Cup Final, 1910
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April Collection: Japanese cherry (Prunus serrulata)
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April Collection: Me 110 over Greece
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April Collection: Culloden Battlefield
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April Collection: Tending Oyster Beds
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April Collection: Battle of Concord Bridge
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April Collection: Titanic / Southampton 1912
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April Collection: Events / Culloden / 1746
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April Collection: First Car in Paris
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April Collection: April Love by Arthur Hughes
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April Collection: The James Caird, Dudley Docker and Stancomb Wills Moored to the Ice-floe in the Weddell
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April Collection: Rolling countryside near Widecombe in the Moor, Dartmoor, Devon, England. Spring
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April Collection: April - the Chateau de Dourdan, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
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April Collection: Drawing by Harold Auerbach, Olten, Switzerland
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April Collection: Leaflet, London Sketch Club Smoker, April 1934
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April Collection: Arsenal & Newcastle. Bateup ready to save for the Arsenal
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April Collection: Firefighting at Eccleston Place, Victoria, London SW1
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April Collection: LFB fire appliance on the road, London


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"April: A Month of Remarkable Moments and Memorable Milestones" As the rain poured down relentlessly, April seemed to be a complete wash-out, mirroring William Heath Robinson's comical illustration. However, amidst the gloom, there were shining moments that defined this month in history. In April 1960, the USS Intrepid (CV-11) stood tall as a symbol of American strength and resilience. Its presence evoked admiration and awe as it sailed through turbulent waters. The mass trespass of Kinder Scout echoed defiance against societal norms. This act of rebellion in April left an indelible mark on the fight for public access to land. Transporting us back to another era was the Monaco Grand Prix Poster from 1932. The vibrant colors and sleek design captured the essence of speed and glamour that still define this iconic race today. HMAS Melbourne (21), proudly sailing under Her Majesty's Australian Ship banner, showcased maritime prowess in April's vast oceans. It represented unity among nations while protecting their shared interests. Sir Robin Knox-Johnston embarked on an extraordinary journey around the globe during this eventful month. His courageous feat demonstrated human determination and pushed boundaries beyond imagination. An overhead view revealed Dublin during the Easter Rising—a pivotal moment in Irish history when dreams clashed with reality. The city became a battleground where hope fought against oppression. The launch of HMS Ark Royal in Birkenhead marked a new chapter for naval supremacy in April 1937. This majestic vessel embodied innovation and power as it set sail into uncharted waters. David Wright's artwork "Off with the Old, On with the New" encapsulated renewal amid change—an apt reflection for April's transformative spirit year after year. Returning once again to Monaco Grand Prix—this time from 1930—the thrill intensified as engines roared along its famous streets. Speed demons embraced danger head-on while spectators held their breaths at every turn.