August Collection (page 17)

Verey light fired from trenches, Thiepval, 7th August 1916

WW1 - Verey light fired from trenches in Thiepval, France - 7th August 1916

Mustard Gas Dressing Station at Le Bac-du-Sud, August 1918 - Painting by John Sargent

WW1 Mustard Gas Dressing Station at Le Bac Du Sud in August 1918

Gardan GY. 80 Horizon G-ATDG
Gardan GY.80-160 Horizon G-ATDG (msn 101), at Halfpenny Green in August 1966 Date: 1966

Blackburn B. 2 G-AEBJ
Blackburn B.2 G-AEBJ (msn 6300/8), at Woodford in August 1974. Date: 1974

Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive number 3979 Earl Haig, reg. YA9138, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive number 2668 Britannia, reg. NM 257, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Burrell General Purpose Engine number 3262 Perseverance, reg. AH 5278, at Northampton on 6 August 1972. Date: 1972

Burrell Tractor number 3618 The Scout, reg. TD 4276, at Harewood House on 28 August 1972. Date: 1972

Sentinel Wagon number 8694, reg. YG 746, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972. Date: 1972

Marshall General Purpose Engine Conversion number 76963 (number 6490?), reg. YA8855, at Northampton on 6 August 1972. Date: 1972

Foster Showman's Tractor number 12509, Maid Marian, at Cromford on 4 August 1974. Date: 1974

Aveling and Porter Showman's Road Locomotive Samson
Aveling and Porter Showman's Road Locomotive number 4885 Samson, reg. ME 6052, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Fowler Showman's Road Locomotive number 14425 Carry On, reg. DP 4418, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Fowler Showman's Road Locomotive number 9381 Lady Betty, reg. WR 6770, at Harewood House on 28 August 1972. Date: 1972

Marshall General Purpose Engine number 85890, reg. DV 7341, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972. Date: 1972

Clayton and Shuttleworth General Purpose Engine Rambler
Clayton and Shuttleworth General Purpose Engine £48215 Rambler, reg. PT1916, at Northampton on 8 August 1972, Date: 1972

Marshall General Purpose Engine number 61880 William Scott, reg. FL 3942, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972. Date: 1972

Fowler Tractor number 15732 Sir Douglas, reg PT832, at Cromford on 14 August 1974. Date: 1974

Marshall GP Engine Road Roller Conversion number 73290, reg. BE 9749, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972, Date: 1972

Wallis and Steevens Road Roller number 7773, reg. XO 4975, at Harewood House on 28 August 1972. Date: 1972

Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive number 3526, Lightning II, reg. AO 6302, at Harewood House on 28 August 1972. Date: 1972

Fowler Road Locomotive at Harewood House on 28 August 1972. Date: 1972

Burrell General Purpose Engine number 4055, Crimson Lady, reg.VF 1273, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Marshall General Purpose Engine number 52367, Mary Marshall, reg, NM 182, at Northampton on 6 August 1972 Date: 1972

Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive no. 3483 Perseverance II
Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive number 3483, Perseverance II, reg. WB 9110, at Harewood House on 28 August 1972. Date: 1972

Marshall General Purpose Engine number 79441, reg. FU 4677, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972. Date: 1972

Ransomes Sims and Jefferies Engine - Pride of the Marsh
Ransomes Sims and Jefferies General Purpose Engine number 26475, Pride of the Marsh, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972, Date: 1972

Burrell General Purpose Engine 3262, Perseverance, reg. AH 5278, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Burrell Tractor number 4072, Tinkerbell, reg. PH2900, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Aveling and Porter Tractor number 12115, reg, VW 5172, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Fowler Ploughing Engine number 2267, reg. AL 8344, at Peterborough on 26 August 1973. Date: 1973

Fowler Road Locomotive number 15323, Excelsior, reg. HR 3697, at Caenby Corner on 19 August 1972. Date: 1972

Burrell Showman's Road Locomotive number 4000, Ex-Mayor, reg. WT 8606, at Northampton on 6 August 1972. Date: 1972

McLaren Road Locomotive number 1421, Captain Scott, reg. BE 7518, at Cromford on 4 August 1974. Date: 1974

Hawker Sea Hawk Mk. 101 RB+363
Hawker Sea Hawk Mk.101 RB+363, mounted as a gate guardian at Nordholz Air Base, on 18 August 1996. Date: 1996

Panavia Tornado IDS 43+87
Marineflieger - Panavia Tornado IDS 45+40 (msn GS060), of MarineFliegerGeschwader 2, at Nordholz Air Base for an air display on 18 August 1996. (Marineflieger - German naval aviation). Date: 1996

Hawker Siddeley Gnat T. 1 G-TIMM - XS111
Hawker Siddeley Gnat T.1 G-TIMM / XS111 (msn FL.549), at RAF Fairford on 20 July 2003 for the Royal International Air Tattoo. (Real identity ex XP504, w/o 1 August 2015) Date: 2003

Douglas C-124C-DL Globemaster II 51-0142
United States Air Force - Douglas C-124C-DL Globemaster II 51-0142 (msn 43476), of the 1502 Air Transport Wing at Don Muang Royal Thai Air Force Base in August 1965

White star Line, First Class menus from RMS Teutonic
WHITE STAR LINE: Rare group of late 19th century ephemera comprising First Class menus from RMS Teutonic dating from August 9th, 11th, 13th and 16th 1893. (4) Date: 1890s

Advertising bookmark, August, designed by Walter Crane for Scottish Widows Fund Life Assurance Society Date: late 19th century

RMS Empress of Britain in Southampton in August 1932

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

Westland Whirlwind HAR. 10 XP394
Royal Air Force - Westland Whirlwind HAR.10 XP394 (msn WA.382), at the Woodbridge - Armed Forces Day on 7 August 1976. Date: 1976

Aveling and Porter Tractor D 7078 - number 7898 Margaret, built in 1913, at a Woodford Steam Rally on 29 August 1959. Date: 1959

Foden Steam Wagon DD 4894 - number 848, built in 1904, at a Market Bosworth Steam Rally on 23 August 1964. Date: 1964

HMS Vengeance R71
Royal Navy - HMS Vengeance R71, a Colossus-class light aircraft carrier in August 1947. Date: 1947

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"August: A Month of Marvels and Milestones" The Pendolino tilting train races through the countryside, showcasing cutting-edge technology in motion. Churchill's resounding praise for RAF Pilots echoes through history, honoring their bravery and dedication. Hot air balloons fill the sky above Clifton Suspension Bridge during the vibrant Bristol Balloon Fiesta in August, creating a breathtaking spectacle. Delicate British Moths flutter gracefully amidst summer blooms, adding a touch of enchantment to August evenings. Voyager 2 captures an awe-inspiring image of Neptune, revealing its mysterious beauty from afar. Platform 1 at Paddington Station takes us back to 1904 when steam trains ruled the tracks and journeys were filled with anticipation. A wartime poster immortalizes Churchill's famous words, inspiring courage and unity during challenging times. The historic Underwriting Room of Lloyds of London stands as a testament to centuries-old traditions in insurance and risk management since 1886. St Thomas Hospital stands tall as a beacon of hope and healing, providing care for countless lives throughout August and beyond. An ethereal apparition at Knock in County Mayo, Ireland captivates believers with its spiritual presence during this sacred month. Tinsley cooling towers dominate Sheffield's skyline like towering sentinels; they bear witness to industrial progress while leaving an indelible mark on the cityscape Bonhomme Richard/Serapis clash fiercely on turbulent seas—a legendary naval battle that symbolizes resilience against all odds.