Batten Collection

Sue Batten, Britains first woman firefighter. Date: 1982

Plymouth, Devon, Seen from Mount Batten (print)
3062054 Plymouth, Devon, Seen from Mount Batten (print) by Brown, Joseph (1800-99); Private Collection.

A wounded soldier being carried by men in top hats, 1850
3478409 A wounded soldier being carried by men in top hats, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a wounded soldier being carried on a stretcher by men in top hats)

Illustration for "Mr. Fox?, from English Fairy Tales, 1890. Creator: Batten, John Dickson (1860-1932)
Illustration for "Mr. Fox?, from English Fairy Tales, 1890. Private Collection

Illustration for "Mr. Fox?, from English Fairy Tales, 1890. Creator: Batten, John Dickson (1860-1932)
Illustration for "Mr. Fox?, from English Fairy Tales, 1890. Private Collection

Percival P3 Gull Six, G-ADPR, Jean, used by Jean Batten
Percival P3 Gull Six, G-ADPR, Jean, used by Jean Gardner Batten, CBE, OSC (19091982), - a New Zealand aviatrix - on two record-breaking flights in the 1930s. Date: circa 1937

Vertical Aerial Photograph of Flying-Boats and Hangars a?
Vertical Aerial Photograph of Flying-Boats and Hangars at RAF Mount Batten, Plymouth Sound, Devon, UK England Aerial-Photography Date: 1942

John Batten, New Zealand-born film actor Date: 1931

Douglas DC-3 Viewmaster ZK-BYE Jean Batten (msn 16386 -33134, ex USAAF C-47A-25-DK Skytrain 42-93599), of South Pacific Airlines of NZ. at Whenuapai, on 1 April 1961. Date: 1961

CEGB linesmen doing maintenance work, Kent
CEGB (Central Electricity Generating Board) linesmen doing routine maintenance work on the Supergrid transmission line between Northfleet and Canterbury, 24 July 1961

Mrs George Batten Singing, 1895 (oil on canvas)
1199787 Mrs George Batten Singing, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); Glasgow Museums, UK; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Kim Batten And Tonja Buford 400 Metre Hurdles, World Champs 01 September 1995 Date: 01 September 1995

Kim Batten 400 Metre Hurdles 22 August 1993 Date: 22 August 1993

Percival Vega Gull Aircraft, one of which was used by Jean Batten for her England-Australia flight Date: 1930s

Jean Batten, New Zealand aviator
Jean Batten (1909 - 1982), New Zealand aviator. She made a number of record-breaking solo flights across the world, including the first-ever solo flight from England to New Zealand in 1936

Bringing down the batten (engraving)
980489 Bringing down the batten (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bringing down the batten)

Sleeping Beauty: The Princess Pricks her Finger (tempera)
1765028 Sleeping Beauty: The Princess Pricks her Finger (tempera) by Batten, John Dickson (1860-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sleeping Beauty: The Princess Pricks her Finger)

Fumigation of a Training Vessel (engraving)
1054691 Fumigation of a Training Vessel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fumigation of a Training Vessel)

Beauty and the Beast, 1904. Creator: John Dickson Batten
Beauty and the Beast, 1904

1936 Batten V8. Creator: Unknown
1936 Batten V8

Jean Batten

Atalantas Race, 1922, (1923). Artist: John Dickson Batten
Atalantas Race, 1922, (1923). From The Studio Volume 84. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1923]

Miss Jean Batten, of New Zealand, who in May, 1934, flew from England to Australia, breaking Mrs. Mollisons record, c1934, (1935)

The Queen of the Magic Clew, c1900. Artist: John Dickson Batten
The Queen of the Magic Clew, c1900. The book of wonder voyages by David Nutt illustrated by John Dickson Batten (1860-1932). From Modern Pen Drawings: European and American, Edited by Charles Holme

The Tiger, c1900. Artist: John Dickson Batten
The Tiger, c1900. From The Studio Volume 21 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1900-1.]

Protopteris punctata, fossil fern tree
A sandstone cast of a cyathacecus tree fern from Shaftesbury Dorset, presented by W. Batten

Jean Batten (1909 - 1982), Pioneering aviator from New Zealand. 1937

Lieutenant Arthur Hugh Batten-Pooll wounded
Lieutenant Arthur Hugh Batten-Pooll (Royal Munster Fusiliers) shown at the moment a bomb explodes and severely wounds him

Jean Batten in 1934
Jean Batten (1909 - 1982). Pioneering aviator from New Zealand. In May 1934 Batten successfully flew solo from England to Australia in the Gipsy Moth

Black and white illustration of batten and trellis nailed to garden fence

Digital illustration of slate tiles, wood shingles, and white clapboard fixed to vapour barrier of building paper and battens on outside walls of house

Digital illustration showing batten screwed to joist below timber floorbaords

Digital illustration showing concrete, lintel, joist, timber and recess fixing options for curtain rails

Digital illustration of wooden batten screwed to underside of shelf front

Digital illustration showing planning of tiled floor with battens, central line, and laid tiles

Digital illustration of trace on batten, hook on curtain rail, and pelmet

Man drilling screws in plasterboard and batten to hide insulation, close-up

Labrador Retriever looking through a fence

Percival P3 Gull Six, G-ADPR, Jean, used by Jean Batten on two record-breaking flights

Jean Gardner Batten CBE 1909-1982
Jean Gardner Batten, CBE, 1909-1982. Date: 1909

Miss Jean Batten, No 3 in a series of 25 of Famous British Airmen and Airwomen cards by Lambert and Butler. 1935. Date: 1935

A view of Plymouth Hoe from the sea. The four flying boats are Supermarine Southamptons from RAF Mount Batten. circa 1930s. Date: 1930

Jean Batten after the unveiling of painting of her Percival
Jean Batten after the unveiling of a painting of her Percival Gull by Cyril Peckham at New Zealand House, London. 3 October 1972

Jean Batten and Edgar Percival after the unveiling of a painting of her Percival Gull by Cyril Peckham at New Zealand House, London. 3 October 1972. Date: 1972

Jean Batten in her Percival Gull at Hatfield prior to her flight from England to Australia. 3 October 1936. Date: 1936

Jean Batten on her arrival at Croydon after her flight from Australia to the UK. 29 April 1935. Date: 1935

Jean Batten on her arrival in Rome during her flight from Australia to the UK. 27 April 1935. Date: 1935

Laying a patio, levelling the sand to the tops of the battens with a length of wood, close-up

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"Batten: A Journey Through Time and Talent" From Sue Batten's artistic brushstrokes to John Batten's captivating performances, the name "Batten" has left an indelible mark on various realms. Hailing from New Zealand, film actor John Batten mesmerized audiences with his talent and charisma. Meanwhile, Jean Batten soared through the skies as a renowned aviator, utilizing her Percival P3 Gull Six aircraft to achieve remarkable feats. In another realm entirely, CEGB linesmen in Kent diligently carried out maintenance work, ensuring a reliable power supply for communities. These unsung heroes worked tirelessly behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. The influence of the Batten family extended beyond just their individual achievements. Mrs George Batten showcased her vocal prowess in 1895 through an oil-on-canvas masterpiece capturing her enchanting singing abilities. This portrayal immortalized her passion for music and added yet another layer to the rich tapestry of the Batten legacy. Not limited to land or air ventures alone, even water witnessed the impact of this illustrious name. Vertical aerial photographs captured flying-boats and hangars that were part of Jean's daring escapades - a testament to her audacity and pioneering spirit. Kim it also made waves in athletics as she excelled on track alongside Tonja Buford. Their determination and skill propelled them forward towards greatness, leaving spectators awestruck by their athletic prowess. Percival Vega Gull Aircraft became synonymous with adventure thanks to its association with Jean's endeavors; it symbolizes exploration without limits - pushing boundaries both physically and metaphorically. Ultimately, "Batten" represents more than just a surname; it embodies ambition, creativity, resilience, and innovation across diverse fields such as artistry, film-making, sports, and aviation. It is a reminder that individuals can leave an everlasting impression when they dareto dream bigand pursue their passions wholeheartedly.