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The Kings Message to the Royal Air Force, WW1
The Kings Message to the Royal Air Force, 11 November 1918, thanking and congratulating the men and women of the RAF for their valued contribution at the end of the First World War. 1918

(1875-1955). American educator. Mary McLeod Bethune, center holding flowers
MARY McLEOD BETHUNE (1875-1955). American educator. Mary McLeod Bethune, center holding flowers, with members of the White House Conference Group of the National Womens Council, April 1938

Aeropagus debating in ancient Athens
Gathering of the Areopagus, a deliberative court that met in the open air, ancient Athens. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Drink More Milk poster
Poster issued by the National Milk Publicity Council showing a pretty, and wholesome looking dairy worker enjoying a glass of fresh milk

Crowd outside the closed East India Dock Gates, Poplar, London, 1897. Men wait, locked out of the East India Docks, probably during a strike in which the dock workers demanded fair pay

Preliminary layout and development plan of the Manor Estate Housing Scheme, 1924
Sheffield City Council, Estates Committee.Original dimensions: 93 x 79 cm.Sheffield Local Studies Library:s (13) 4 L

Fire engine with crew, Southgate, North London, WW1
Fire engine with crew -- SDFB, Southgate District Council fire service. The date on the vehicle is 1914. The motor escape was made by Lloyd and Plaister, Wood Green, in 1912, and was used until 1924

Quarry Hill Flats, Leeds, Yorkshire, England, were modelled on the Karl Marx Hof flats in Vienna, Austria. The steel frame and concrete clad buildings were demolished 1978 Date: built late 1930s

Council Flats, Sheffield
Boys play on a climbing frame outside blocks of council flats on the Parkhill Estate, Sheffield

Whitfield, Dundee, 1989
Whitfield, Dundee, ANGUS, SCOTLAND facing South. NCAP: RCAHMS Aerial Survey - 00/01/1900

Harriet Slater, MP for Stoke, addressing a Womens Co - Op Meeting. Harriet Slater CBE (nee Evans; 1903 to 12 October 1976) was a British Labour and Co-operative politician

Greenock, Renfrewshire, Scotland
Greenock is a town and administrative centre in the Inverclyde council area in Scotland and a former burgh within the historic county of Renfrewshire

Entrance hall corridor, Woolwich Town Hall, SE London. circa 1908

The Council Held by the Rats, by Gustave Dore
THE COUNCIL HELD BY THE RATS, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for Fables by Jean de la Fontaine, engraved by Antoine Valerie Bertrand, French, born 1823, Art, Artist

The first meeting of the Milner Holland Committee, which is to inquire into the housing situation in Greater London, took place at the Ministry of Housing and Local Government, Whitehall

Cleanliness - Health - The Truest Wealth - promotional postcard for the Health & Cleanliness Council (HCC) - 5 Tavistock Square, London. Date: circa late 1920s

Dockhead Fire Station, No 8 Wolseley Street, Bermondsey, London, 1929. Fire engines parked inside the fire station

Council Schools - Byerley Road, Shildon, County Durham
Council Schools - Byerley Road, Shildon, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England. Date: 1930s

Sea wall and esplanade, Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland. A memorial stone forms part of the wall, dated 1922-1923. The sea wall

18 Brumaire An VIII (oil on canvas)
XIR204953 18 Brumaire An VIII (oil on canvas) by Sablet, Jacques Henri (1749-1803); 47x65 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes

Steam engine with crew, Southgate, North London
Steam-driven fire engine with crew -- SDFB, Southgate District Council fire service. The date on the vehicle is 1894. The driver standing on the appliance is D Gibbons. Third from right is G Walton

LCC-LFB Northcote fire station, Battersea, SW London
Built by the London County Council, Northcote fire station was located at 59-61 Chatham Road, SW8. The widespread adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction in the number of

Poster, The Magic of Soap and Water. Coo... is that me with the dirt off? Showing a boy admiring his nice clean face in a soap bubble. Issued by the Health and Cleanliness Council. circa 1940s

Poster, Don t be afraid of Soap and Water. Showing a little boy welcoming a humanised jug and a bar of soap. Issued by the Health and Cleanliness Council. 20th century

High rise council flats, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

P. Revolt / Richard / Harris
King Richard II and his Council go down the Thames in a barge to confer with the rebels

Sir Thomas Fairfax and his military council, 1647 (engraving)
3629273 Sir Thomas Fairfax and his military council, 1647 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Fairfax and his military council, 1647)

The last Mayoral banquet to be held in the Royal Borough of Sutton Coldfield took place in the Council House last night. Among guests of the Mayor and Mayroess, Ald

Resolution of Council of War for pursuit of Spanish Armada bearing the signature of Francis Drake amongst others. Date: 1588

Crystal Palace Station, Crystal Palace Parade, Bromley, London, 1955
Crystal Palace Station, Bromley, London, 1955. Empty platforms and canopy of the disused Crystal Palace (High Level) Station, viewed from the footbridge. Arched walls hold up the glass roof

Men building the Camden Town Sub-Station, London, 1908
Men building the Camden Town Sub-Station, 102-116 Arlington Road, London, 1908. Site of an electricity sub-station with workmen and scaffolding

Suffragette Isabella Ford. Miss. Isabella Ormston Ford (1855-1924), member of Leeds Trades Council, Labour Party, N.U.W.S.S and at one time (until 1907), the W.S.P.U Date: circa 1909

Steam engine with crew, Southgate, North London
Steam-driven fire engine with crew -- SDFB, Southgate District Council fire service. The date on the vehicle is 1894. The driver standing on the appliance is D Gibbons. Third from right is G Walton

PORTUGAL. Lisbon. Germanys Chancellor Angela Merkel (R) arrives prior to the NAC (North Atlantic Council) meeting on November 19, 2010 in Lisbon

LCC-MFB East Greenwich fire station, SE London
Built by the London County Council in 1902, East Greenwich fire station still stands at 2 Tunnel Avenue SE10. The station was closed in 1985 when the new East Greenwich fire station was opened

LCC-MFB Kennington fire station, London SE11
Built by the Metropolitan Board of Works (the forerunner of the London County Council) and opened in 1870, Kennington fire station was located in Refrew Road, Lower Kennington

LCC-MFB Battersea Bridge river fire station, SW8
Built by the London County Council, Battersea Bridge river station was located by Battersea Bridge on the River Thames. It was one of four Metropolitan Fire Brigade river stations and, from 1904

LCC-LFB Tooting fire station, SW London
Built by the London County Council, Tooting fire station is located at 91 Trinity Road SW17 and remains operational today

LCC-LFB Great Marlborough Street fire station, W1
Built by the London County Council, Great Marlborough Street fire station was located at 53 Great Marlborough Street. The widespread adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction

LFDCA-LFB Vintage fire engine in a Clapham street
A former Middlesex Fire Brigade pump escape which was visiting Clapham fire station. Middlesex was absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade in 1965 with the creation of the Greater London

NATHANIEL BACON (1647-1676). American colonial leader of Bacons Rebellion. Bacon before the Virginia Council, 1676: wood engraving, 19th century

Ballet / Ally Sloper 1890
Ally Sloper dances before the County Council in an attempt to demonstrate the value of the performing arts

Nottingham Town Hall
The Council House, made of Portland stone, was the largest stone building to be built in Britain since World War One and was opened by the Prince of Wales on 22 May 1929 Date: 1950s

Jewish religious procession from the 15th century.. From a coloured pen and ink drawing in the handwritten chronicles of the Council of Constance by Ulrich von Richental

PORTUGAL. Lisbon. Lithuanias President Dalia Grybauskaite smiles as she arrives prior to the NAC (North Atlantic Council) meeting on November 19, 2010 in Lisbon

Session on 16th September 1715 of the regency council when Louis XV was a child. The prince Philippe d Orl顮s was elected president of the Council. Anonymous paiting circa 1720. Oil on canvas

First Crusade. Urban II preaching the First Crusade in the Council of Clermont (1095). Picture of the Chronicle by Guillaume de Tyr (13th c.). Gothic art. SWITZERLAND. Geneva

Millinery Class
Schoolgirls at a London County Council School learning hat- making in a millinery class. Date: early 1930s

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"Council: Connecting Communities and Preserving Heritage in the British Isles" Discover the rich tapestry of the British Isles through its diverse counties, districts, and unitary authorities. From picturesque landscapes to bustling cityscapes, this map showcases the vibrant regions that make up our beloved homeland. In a world where sustainability is paramount, remember to save your kitchen scraps to feed the hens. Embrace eco-friendly practices and contribute to a greener future for all. At LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station in Bermondsey, witness bravery at its finest as firefighters stand ready to protect their community from any blaze. The iconic LCC-LFB fireboat Massey Shaw stationed in Westminster serves as a symbol of London's resilience against water-based emergencies. Delve into history with General San Martin's portrait by BONEO Martí (1829-1915). This Argentine hero fought for independence and left an indelible mark on South American history. Transport yourself back in time with BBC 1935 footage capturing significant moments that shaped our nation. Experience firsthand the trials and triumphs that have molded us into who we are today. During wartime scarcity, even pigs had their own food poster. Witness how communities came together during challenging times to ensure everyone was cared for - including our four-legged friends. LCC-LFB Old Kent Road fire station stands tall in Southeast London, serving as a testament to unwavering dedication towards public safety. These brave men and women risk their lives daily for the greater good of society. Lighten up with a Parish Council Cartoon showcasing humor amidst local governance matters. Satirical yet relatable, it reminds us not to take ourselves too seriously while striving for progress within our communities. Step into Liverpool Slum 1912; an evocative image depicting harsh living conditions faced by many during industrialization. Reflect upon societal progress made since then while acknowledging challenges still present today.