Number 31 Collection

Marconi radio apparatus
Marconi radio equipment. This is a Marconi type 31 crystal receiver for ships. Marconi patented his radio equipment in 1896, founding a company in 1897 to build the new equipment

Lanchester 40-50 hp of AJW Millership at the MAC Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, 1923
Lanchester 40-50 hp 6178 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. OK9381. Event Entry No: 31. Driver: Millership, A.J.W. Single-seater racing body. Place: M.A.C Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb. Date: 8.9.23

Three MG C type Midgets in the pits at the RAC TT Race, Ards Circuit, Belfast, 1932
MG C-Type Midget 746S cc. Entry No: 30. Driver: Hamilton, H.C. DNS. Centre: MG C-Type Midget. Entry No: 31. Driver: Paul, C. Retired. Right: MG C-Type Midget. R.A.C. T.T. Race. Date: 20.8.32

MG C type Midget of Cyril Paul in the pits at the RAC TT Race, Ards Circuit, Belfast, 1932
MG C-Type Midget 746S cc. Event Entry No: 31. Driver: Paul, C. Retired. Place: R.A.C. T.T. Race. Date: 20.8.32

Three MG C type Midgets at the RAC TT Race, Ards Circuit, Belfast, 1932. Artist: Bill Brunell
Left: MG C-Type Midget. Entry No: 32. Driver: Gardner, Maj. A.T.G. Crashed. Centre: MG C-Type Midget. Event Entry No: 31. Driver: Paul, C. Right: MG C-Type Midget. Entry No: 30. R.A.C. T.T. Race

MG C type Midget of Cyril Paul at the RAC TT Race, Ards Circuit, Belfast, 1932. Artist
MG C-Type Midget 746S cc. Event Entry No: 31. Driver: Paul, C. Retired. Background: MG M-Type High Speed Service van. Place: R.A.C. T.T. Race. Date: 20.8.32

MG C type Midget of Cyril Paul competing in the RAC TT Race, Ards Circuit, Belfast, 1932
MG C-Type Midget 746S cc. Entry No: 31. Driver: Paul, C. R.A.C. T.T. Race. Date: 20.8.32

Pierre de Vizcaya in his Bugatti at the JCC 200 Mile Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1921
Bugatti 1496 cc. Event Entry No: 31. Driver: de Vizcaya, P. Finished: 4th. in 1500cc class. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. 200-mile Race. Date: 22.10.21

Freddie Dixon (Riley) at Brooklands, 1937. Frederick William Dixon (1892-1956). From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists, edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell

Catharina Fourmenois 1598-1665 Portrait child
Catharina Fourmenois (1598-1665), Portrait of Catharina Fourmenois as a child, the later wife of Pieter Boudaen Courten. Hip piece, standing with a chain around the waist

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"Number 31: A Journey Through Racing History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of motorsports with number 31. This iconic number has witnessed some remarkable moments, from the early days of Marconi radio apparatus to the roaring engines of Lanchester 40-50 hp at the MAC Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb in Worcestershire, 1923. Fast forward to 1932, where three MG C type Midgets eagerly await their turn on the legendary Ards Circuit during the RAC TT Race in Belfast. The pits buzz with anticipation as mechanics fine-tune these magnificent machines for an unforgettable competition. Cyril Paul's MG C type Midget stands out among them, a symbol of power and precision. Renowned artist Bill Brunell captures this scene beautifully, immortalizing those three MG C type Midgets at the RAC TT Race. His brushstrokes breathe life into every detail, showcasing both their elegance and raw energy. But it wasn't just about speed; it was also about endurance. In that same race, Cyril Paul fearlessly pushed his MG C type Midget to its limits against fierce competitors on the challenging Ards Circuit. Every twist and turn tested his skill and determination. The racing spirit continued to thrive throughout history. Pierre de Vizcaya showcased his Bugatti's prowess at Brooklands' JCC 200 Mile Race in Surrey back in 1921 while Freddie Dixon left spectators awestruck with his Riley at Brooklands in 1937. Once again returning to that fateful year of 1932, we find ourselves drawn back to those three MG C type Midgets resting momentarily within the pits during the RAC TT Race at Ards Circuit. Cyril Paul's car gleams under sunlight as if eager for another chance to conquer each bend with unwavering resolve. Number 31 represents more than just a mere digit.