Hours Collection (page 18)

On board the luxury liner, L Atlantique, the central stree
On board the French luxury liner, L Atlantique. A unusual feature at the time, the central street of shops, over 150 meters long, with the spacious embarkation hall

The Normandie, the largest liner in the world
The burning of the luxury liner, the Normandie in 1942. The Normandie was the largest liner in the world. As World War II commenced the liner was taken out of service

On board the luxury liner, L Atlantique, the chapel, where
On board the French luxury liner, L Atlantique. A unusual feature at the time, the decorative chapel, where passenger could attend religious services and practise their devotions during a voyage

Burnt out liner L Atlantique, successfully brought into port
The burnt out liner, L Atlantique successfully brought into port at Cherbourg. The fire broke out in the early hours of 4th January 1933, at 6am the abandon ship order was given

Wilcox the Cupper / Advert
An advertisement for Wilcox cupper at Royal Bagnio for 20 years, now liveth at Newgate.. for shaving, cupping He is always ready to cup either at home or abroad !!

London / Ely Place
Ely Place, Holborn, London, where the Beadle used to close the gateway and call the hours between 10 p.m. and 5 o clock in the morning, as was the tradition for many years

New York Traffic congestion
Illustration of congestion in New York city, showing carnage on the streets especially at rush hours. It is a state that it was felt London was rapidly approaching

Ms - Piedmontese Book
Page from a Piedmontese Book of Hours, showing Mary and Jesus with French noblewoman Amedee de Saluces for whom the book was made

Spanish Sink Revenge
Sir Richard Grenville in the Revenge fights the Spanish, but Revenge is sunk. He defends his ship of 150 for 15 hours against 15 ships of 5000 men (1 of 2)

Owls Catch Prey
Scandinavian owls hunt their prey during the hours of darkness

Glover Makers 1932
Two cottage glove makers in the Cotswold village of Ashton Keynes, working 12 hours a day, 7 days a week and earning a mere 28 shillings a week during the 1930s Depression

Clock / Clepsydra, C magne
The Clepsydra of Charlemagne (or water stealer ). A graduated vase was filled with liqued which stole through an aperture. The receding height marked the passage in hours

Fakir hanging over a fire, India
A fakir in India hangs over a fire for three hours without manifesting any signs of pain

Arctic tern (Sterna hirundo) hovering over estuary, hunting sand eels, in mid-summer when the colonies are active for
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Alarm clocks in a shop in Andorra
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Ms - Book of Hours
Illumination from an Italian Book of Hours

Fakir Buried Alive 1928
54-year old German fakir To Kha, after studying in India, is buried for 120 hours at Stuttgart, monitored by doctors who testify to the genuineness of the feat

SCOTIA CUNARDER
The last great ocean-going paddle-wheel steamer, built for the Cunard Line, crossed the Atlantic in 9 days 22 hours : the most magnificent passenger steamer of her day

Boy with Train Set
A hobby that lasts a boy for a very long time - trains! He can develop his hobby until he reaches the standard of model railway societies - a lifetime of leisure hours

Wwi / Polish Women Work
Germans force Polish women to work long hours on the land

Leaving Antwerp
Hundreds of thousands of Belgians retreat to Antwerp before the German advance, making their getaway as best they can : in a few hours, the city will be deserted

C17 Striking Clock
A STRIKING CLOCK of the early 17th century : as the hours sound, the mans head moves and the animal at his feet jumps

Smoke Helmets in Use
Smoke helmets in use by two members of a colliery rescue brigade, allowing breathing in a smoky or poisonous atmosphere for several hours if necessary

Big Ben / Bell 1856
The bell Big Ben arrives at Westminster. It will chime the hours of St Stephens clock tower

Mine, Trolley Boys / B / W
TROLLEY BOYS Two boys on all fours drag a laden wagon up a sloping gallery : a shift can be as little as 11 hours a day, or in Scotland up to 18 hours

Page, Book of Hours (2)
Page from a printed BOOK OF HOURS, with woodblock illustrations, printed on vellum and with initial letters coloured by hand to imitate a manuscript

Page, Book of Hours
Page from a printed BOOK OF HOURS, with woodblock illustrations, printed on vellum and with initial letters coloured by hand to imitate a manuscript

Mine, Trolley Boys
TROLLEY BOYS Two boys on all fours drag a laden wagon up a sloping gallery : a shift can be as little as 11 hours a day, or in Scotland up to 18 hours

Trapper and Putters
TRAPPER AND PUTTERS A small boy - maybe only 5 - holds a trapdoor open for a young boy and girl to push their loaded wagon through, for 11 to 15+ hours a day

Children Winched Down
CHILDREN WINCHED DOWN A MINE SHAFT - children may be employed from the age of 5, girls and boys alike, working underground for shifts of 11 to as much as 18 hours a day

Boy Working at Coalface
OLDER BOY WORKING WITH A PICK Young men work as getters from age 18 : they work from as little as eleven to as much as 18 hours a day

Free Trade or Tariff ?
Propaganda postcard advocating Free Trade rather than Tariff Reform, which would lead to higher prices, unemployment for some and longer working hours for others

The Caledonian Train
The Caledonian steam express locomotive which ran from Glasgow to London, photographed here at Euston station. It set up post war record of 6 hours, June 1957

Rescued by Newfoundland
In 19th century prints, Newfoundland dogs spend most of their waking hours pulling small children from ponds into which they have injudiciously fallen

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"Capturing the Essence of Time: A Glimpse into Historical Hours" Cobham Air Routes Poster: Journey through time as we explore the evolution of air travel, where hours turned into moments of exhilaration and exploration. Wurlitzer Pipe Organ Ad: The enchanting melodies that echoed for hours, captivating hearts and souls with their timeless beauty. British Airways Concorde G-BOAC takes-off - Heathrow: Witness the marvels of engineering as this supersonic aircraft defies time itself, crossing continents in a matter of hours. Firefighters standing by during the Blitz, London in WWII LFB150: Brave heroes who risked their lives day and night, tirelessly battling flames for endless hours to protect our beloved city. De Havilland Aircraft Company Poster: Celebrating innovation that revolutionized aviation history; where countless they were dedicated to crafting magnificent flying machines. Miners from Fernhill Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales: Paying homage to those whose blood and sweat filled long working hours deep underground – their sacrifice fueled nations' progress. Nelson in his cabin on H. M. S Victory: Behind closed doors lie moments frozen in time; here Admiral Nelson strategized for victory during countless restless hours at sea. Apparition / Queens Hse: Unveiling mysteries beyond human comprehension; ethereal beings manifesting themselves within fleeting moments or lingering for mere precious hours. Bernat Martorell (died 1452). Manuscript. Book of Hours, 1440s : Delicate brushstrokes capturing devotion through intricate illustrations within these sacred books meant to guide prayers throughout each hour of the day. Col Joseph R Nevers, the first person to complete 3, 000 ? : Embarking on an extraordinary journey against all odds; he conquered unknown territories one step at a time over thousands of grueling hours.