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The Duchess of Norfolk and her children
Gwendolen Mary Fitzalan-Howard (n饠 Constable-Maxwell), Duchess of Norfolk (11 January 187728 August 1945), daughter of the 11th Lord Herries of Terregles and his wife

Sir William M. Gomm, Vanity Fair, Spy
Field Marshal SIR WILLIAM MAYNARD GOMM (1784-1875) British Army commander. Was appointed Constable of the Tower of London in 1872. Caption: Constable of the Tower Date: 1784 - 1875

Portrait of Marie Vignon (c. 1576-1657) (oil on canvas)
XIR212877 Portrait of Marie Vignon (c.1576-1657) (oil on canvas) by French School, (17th century); 57.2x50 cm; Musee Dauphinois, Grenoble, France; (add.info.: second wife of Francois de Bonne)

Indian police force - Punjab
Indian police - Punjab - (from left, in marching order) A sergeant, a Constable, a Native Officer and another Sergeant. Date: 1905

On the Stour
Artist: Constable, John (style of) - Title: On the Stour - Date: 19th C - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 26.7 x 36.8

William Shakespeare Much Ado About Nothing, play first performed c1598. Dogberry, Constable of the watch, instructing his clerk to write down replies given by Conrade and Borachio: Act 4 Sc 2

Walter de la Mare drawing thatched cottage
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London captioned Late Date: 1924

Walter de la Mare drawing large building with chimneys
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London captioned Oughtoo Date: 1924

Walter de la Mare drawing black servant with peacock
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London captioned Peacock Pie Date: 1924

Walter de la Mare drawing 3 ladies gossipping
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London captioned The ladies Date: 1924

Walter de la Mare drawing soldier with rifle
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London captioned Tom Noddy Date: 1924

Walter de la Mare drawing Man in Cavalier costume
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London. Captioned Rich past all belief Date: 1924

Walter de la Mare drawing Mr Alacadacca
Charicature from Peacock Pie: a book of rhymesrevised proof copy, published by Constable, London Date: 1924

Alvaro de Luna y Jarana (between 1388 and 1390-1453). Consta
Alvaro de Luna y Jarana (between 1388 and 1390-1453), Duke of Trujillo, 1st Count of San Esteban de Gormaz. Spanish politician, favourite of King John II of Castile

Escalona. Castle. Castile-La Mancha. Spain
Escalona. Castle of Muslim origin, rebuilt in the fifteenth century by King John II of Castile (1406-1454) for the constable Alvaro de Luna (1390-1453). First, Alberche river. Toledo province

Henry Constable, British flat racing jockey
Henry (Harry) Constable (1854-1881), British flat racing jockey. circa 1881

Caricature of Harry Payne and Augustus Harris
Caricature of Harry Payne (1833-1895) clown and pantomime entertainer, and Augustus Harris (1852-1896), British actor, dramatist and impresario, seen here dressed as a policeman

Policeman on a greetings card
Policeman with moveable eyes on a greetings card. He belongs to the ICU force (I See You). circa 1890s

Woman police officer checking under a car, London
Woman police officer (Deirdre O Donoghue) checking under a car, probably during driving training. Date: circa 1960s

Woman police officer undergoing driving training
Woman police officer on a driving course, sitting at the steering wheel with a male officer next to her in the passenger seat

Police officers at Driving School with car and motorcycles
Police officers at the Police Driving School with a car and motorcycles. At this time, training courses were being run for WPCs in the use of a new type of lightweight motor scooter

Woman police officer at the wheel of a car, London
Woman police officer (Evelyn Walker) at the wheel of an open topped car, possibly during a training session, with a male officer in the passenger seat. Date: 1972

Woman police officer taking oath in court, London
Woman police officer taking the oath from the witness box in a magistrates court, London. She is wearing the Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968. Date: circa late 1960s

Woman police officer giving evidence in court, London
Woman police officer giving evidence from the witness box in a magistrates court, London. She is wearing the Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968. Date: circa late 1960s

Group photo, male and female police officers, London
Group photo, male and female police officers on a Met Police CID training course for detective constables, taken on 13 March 1948

Two police officers on horseback, London
Two police officers, a man and a woman, on horseback in a London street. They are wearing protective helmets introduced in 1984. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1984

Four police officers on horseback, Central London
Four police officers, two men and two women, on horseback in a Central London street. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Two women police officers with horses, London
Two women police officers standing with their horses in a Central London street. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Two women police officers on horseback, London
Two women police officers on horseback in Central London. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Woman police officer with horse, London
Woman police officer (Ruth Lindley) standing alongside her horse in a field. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Woman police officer on horseback, London
Woman police officer (Ruth Lindley) on horseback in Central London in front of a band of marching guardsmen. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Police officers with dogs, conducting a search, London
A group of police officers, male and female, belonging to the Special Patrol Group, with police dogs, conducting a search. The WPCs are wearing the Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968

Police officers preparing to conduct a search, London
A group of police officers (including June Paterson, left), belonging to the Special Patrol Group, preparing to conduct a search with the aid of police dogs

Woman police dog handler with drug sniffer dog, London
Woman police dog handler Sandra Kertzen with drug sniffer dog Snoopy in action, Met Police, London. The yellow labrador was one of the first to be trained by a WPC. (4 of 5) Date: 1971

Woman police dog handler with dog, London
Woman police officer and dog handler (Amanda Reed, nee Longden) with police dog Zircon, Met Police, London. (3 of 4) Date: circa 1978

Male and female police band members, London
Male and female police band members, Met Police, London, both in ceremonial uniform. The WPC in the foreground is holding a clarinet

Woman police officer in updated hat, London
Woman police officer in the new style hat which went with the updated uniform introduced in 1977, with a range of mix and match options

Woman police officers accessories: a whistle on a chain, a plastic-covered notebook, a wooden truncheon with leather strap, and the reinforced bowler hat introduced in 1985. Date: circa late 1980s

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"Capturing the Essence of Constable: From Salisbury to Stratford St Mary" Step into the world of renowned artist John Constable as we explore the various facets of a constable's role throughout history. In his famous painting, "Stratford St Mary from the Coombs, " Constable beautifully depicts the idyllic English countryside where these dedicated officers once patrolled. Transporting us to bustling London, we encounter a symbol synonymous with law enforcement - the iconic Police Public Call Box. These blue boxes served as beacons of safety and assistance for both officers and citizens alike. A glimpse inside reveals a scene that reassures us with its sign proclaiming "Police Box in Use. " But it's not just about maintaining order on foot; our constables were known for their versatility. An intriguing image captures an officer skillfully maneuvering on a unicycle, showcasing their adaptability in unexpected situations. Venturing further into rural landscapes, Parham Mill at Gillingham, Dorset stands tall as a testament to constables' dedication in safeguarding local communities. This historic mill reminds us that their duty extended beyond urban boundaries. During times of adversity like World War II, women stepped up to serve alongside their male counterparts. Two brave female police officers don gas masks while patrolling war-torn streets in London, highlighting their unwavering commitment even amidst chaos. Accidents happen unexpectedly, but our they are always there to lend support and maintain order. A woman police officer attends diligently to an accident scene – her presence providing comfort during moments of distress. The evolution of uniforms reflects changing times and societal norms. We witness the transformation through images capturing women police officers sporting different attire – from Surrey uniform to Hartnell uniform designed by Norman Hartnell himself. In bustling city stations or parade rooms filled with camaraderie and shared experiences, policemen gather before heading out onto the streets they protect day after day.