John Heywood Ltd Collection

The interior of the Grand Hotel, showing the damage done by the bombardment, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Girl workers in a munitions factory, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]. (Colorised black and white print)

The boat deck of the Lusitania, showing lifeboats, 1915. A German submarine sank the Lusitania off the Irish coast. Although unarmed, she was carrying munitions

Customs Room at the Gare du Nord, Paris, a relief station for French refugees, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The naval raid on the East Coast, 1914. The cafe attached to the Grand Hotel, Scarborough, which was struck by shells from the German cruisers

The Australian troops in Egypt encamped near the Pyramids, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

In one of the French trenches, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Red Cross officers at dinner in a dug-out, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The last act of a tragedy: A photograph taken on the last boat leaving Ostend for England, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The part played by motor transports in the retreat from Antwerp, 1914. Cars attached to the Belgian Army and the British Naval Brigade drawn up on the outskirts of the city

A British submarine running on the surface of the water, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Taking a submarine mine out of stores, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Examining a Torpedo, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

A German mine layer leaving port with her mines ready on deck, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The morning toilet on the Continent, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The Soldier and his Rations: A photograph taken at one of the British camps in France, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Turcos waiting for the order to advance, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

French cuirassiers riding through the streets of Paris on their way on the front, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Compiegne: The Hotel de Ville, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Abandoned British trenches and guns at Maubeuge, 1914. The breech blocks of all these guns were removed before being abandoned in order to make each gun useless

General Botha and his three sons, 1914. Louis Botha (27 September 1862 - 27 August 1919) was a South African politician who was the first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa

Drilling Recruits on the roof of Somerset House, London, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Inside the Barbette of a Battleship showing the opened breech of a 13 5 inch gun, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The Stokehold of a Battleship, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Fitting up an Electric Contact Mine, 1914. A naval mine is a self-contained explosive device placed in water to damage or destroy surface ships or submarines

A view of the Bourse during the passage of the German troops, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

German infantry entering Brussels in the rain, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Removing German emblems from German Embassy, Carlton House Terrace, London, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

One of the New Army making himself useful in his billet, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Soldiers assisting the farmers by getting in the hay, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Sergeants hauling the bridal coach from the church, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

A khaki wedding: Cutting the wedding cake with the bridegrooms sword, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Back to the trenches from Victoria Station, London, 1915. Soldiers who have been home for a day or two on leave saying good-bye to their friends. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol

The interior of one of the wrecked houses in Southend, 1915. The destruction caused by a German Zeppelin attack, 10th May 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15

The result of an air raid: A wrecked house in Southend, 1915
The result of an air raid: A wrecked house in Southend. 1915. The destruction caused by a German Zeppelin attack, 10th May 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15

The Lusitania at full speed, 1915. A German submarine sank the Lusitania off the Irish coast. Although unarmed, she was carrying munitions

After the Declaration of War: German beer being run away at an Italian Customs store, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Behind French lines, Field kitchens attached to the French army, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

The Cabinet crisis: Lord Kitchener arriving at the War Office, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

A general view of Moscow, showing the Kremlin, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

A financial conference of the Allies, Paris, 1915. Left, M. Bark; centre, M. Ribot; and right, Mr. Lloyd George, Ministers of Finance in Russia, France, and Britain respectively

The treatment of German wounded, 1915. Exercising the muscles of the arms by means of embroidery work. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915

After the settlement: Miners taking their ponies back to the pit, 1915. On 15 July 1915 about 200, 000 coalminers in south Wales went on strike

Miners leaving the pithead after the expiration of their strike notices, 1915. On 15 July 1915 about 200, 000 coalminers in south Wales went on strike

The scene of the Coal Strike: A typical South Wales coat mine, 1915. On 15 July 1915 about 200, 000 coalminers in south Wales went on strike

The shortage of farm labour: Soldiers assisting with the harvest, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

The Austrian Frontier of Italy, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Part of Canadas gift of flour of the relief of war distress in England, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

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"John Heywood Ltd: Capturing the Essence of History, 1914-1915" Step into the world and witness the remarkable events that unfolded during the tumultuous years of 1914 and 1915. Immerse yourself in a munitions factory where girl workers display their unwavering dedication to support their country's war efforts. Their determination shines through as they contribute to the production of essential supplies. Onboard the Lusitania, gaze upon its boat deck adorned with lifeboats, a stark reminder of the ever-present danger lurking amidst tranquil waters. The vessel stands as a symbol of resilience in an era marred by conflict. In Paris, an unusual sight unfolds before your eyes in 1914. The Customs Room at Gare du Nord transforms into a refuge for French refugees seeking solace from the ravages of war. Witness compassion and humanity amidst chaos. The Grand Hotel's interior reveals scars inflicted by relentless bombardment in 1914 - a poignant testament to how even sanctuaries are not spared from destruction during times of strife. Experience firsthand the naval raid on East Coast shores in 1914, where bravery intertwines with uncertainty on treacherous waters. Witness Australian troops encamped near Egypt's majestic Pyramids; their presence signifies unity across borders. Journey deep within French trenches alongside soldiers who valiantly defend their homeland against unseen enemies. In dug-outs beneath battle-scarred landscapes, Red Cross officers find respite during mealtimes - moments that offer fleeting reprieve from turmoil. A photograph captures heart-wrenching finality as it immortalizes passengers boarding Ostend's last boat bound for England in 1914 - an image etched forever into history's annals. Witness motor transports playing a vital role during Antwerp's retreat; these machines become lifelines amid chaos and confusion when escape seems impossible.