Postwar Collection (page 2)

English Electric Canberra B. 2
English Electric Canberra B.2 of 101 Squadron, RAF Binbrook

Vickers Valetta C.1 (VL263) in flight, Beaulieu, 2 February 1949

De Havilland Sea Vixen FAW. 1
De Havilland Sea Vixen FAW.1 (XJ475) 1957

De Havilland Sea Mosquito TR. 33
De Havilland Sea Mosquito TR.33 (TW256) of 771 Squadron in flight 27 October 1947

Blackburn Beverley of 47 Squadron
Blackburn Beverley C.1 of 47 Squadron in flight, Abingdon, January 1957

Vickers Varsity T. 1
Vickers Varsity T.1 prototype (VX828) in flight from Wisley, August 1949

Bristol Brigand TF. 1
Bristol Brigand TF.1 (RH754) in flight

Douglas DC-7B (G-AOIB) of BOAC in flight, December 1956

Let L-13 Blanik 326 (274) of the RAFGSA in flight, Lasham, 1964

Boeing B-17G of the 447th Bombardment Group, USaF, Stowmarket 12 May 1945

SS Queen Mary
The liner SS Queen Mary passing Fawley oil refinery on her way to Southampton, 1961

HMS Eagle, 1951

Miles Messenger, Woodley 17 May 1946

English Electric Canberra B. 2
English Electric Canberra B.2 aircraft of 249 Squadron RAF near Limassol, Cyprus, April 1960

Handley Page Hastings Met. 1
Handley Page Hastings Met.1

De Havilland Hornet F. 3
De Havilland Hornet F.3 of 64 Squadron RAF

Short Sunderland MR. 5
Short Sunderland MR.5 of 230 Squadron RAF, Gibraltar, February 1950

Gloster Meteor F. 3
Gloster Meteor F.3, Moreton Valence 20 February 1946

Avro Lincoln B. 2
Avro Lincoln B.2 of 57 Squadron RAF, East Kirkby, 25 October 1945

Poster, The Vegetabull, a vegetable dish made with dried eggs or household milk is as good as a joint (post-WW2 rationing was still going on at this time). 1947

The Coronation Review 1953
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II inspecting aircraft and crews during the Coronation Review, RAF Odiham, July 1953

Colour wheel, by Robert Arthur Wilson. The artist gave a BBC radio broadcast in May 1920 on Colour: its meaning and use, logic, mystery, symbolism and power. 1919

Gloster Meteor F. 3 EE337 on HMS Implacable, 16 June 1948
Gloster Meteor F.3 (EE337) of 703 Squadron, on the deck of HMS Implacable, on the occasion of the first landing of a twin-engined jet aircraft on the deck of a Royal Navy carrier, 16 June 1948

London County Council Minerva Estate Bethnal Green, East London. new flats built on a site of formerly occupied by slum properties, 28th April 1948

Spitfires of the Royal Norwegian Air Force
Supermarine Spitfire LF.IX aircraft of the Royal Norwegian Air Force in flight over Oslo Fjord, June 1949

Supermarine Seafire F. 17
Supermarine Seafire F.17 (SX138) of 807 Squadron on board HMS Vengeance, with Battle Class Destroyer HMS Cadiz in the background, May 1947

Submarines with their depot ship
Submarines including HMS Alderney and HMS Alaric, with their depot ship HMS Forth, Gibraltar February 1950

North American Harvard IIB (KF729) being flown by His Royal Highness Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh, 1953

Chipmunk T. 10
de Havilland Chipmunk T.10 (WB550) in flight from Hatfield, 29 September 1949

de Havilland Mosquito FB. 6
de Havilland Mosquito FB.6 (RS650 F-AK) of 334 Squadron Royal Norwegian Air Force, in flight June 49

Two Slingsby T. 51 Dart gliders
Slingsby Darts (334 and 335) of the RAFGSA in flight, National Gliding Championships, Lasham, 1961

Hunting Percival Jet Provost T. 1 XD674
Hunting Percival Jet Provost T.1 XD674 in flight from Luton Airport, 25 August 1954

Hawker Sea Hawk F. 1
Hawker Sea Hawk F.1 of 806 Squadron landing on HMS Eagle 1954

Supermarine Seafire F. 15
Supermarine Seafire F.15 (SR572) of 1832 Squadron, piloted by Lt Cdr Js Bailey making his 2000th deck landing, HMS Illustrious 24 May 1950

De Havilland Sea Hornet F. 20
De Havilland Sea Hornet F.20 (VZ708) of 801 Squadron flying from HMS Implacable, March 1950

Blackburn Firebrand TF. IV
Blackburn Firebrand TF.IV aircraft of 813 Squadron in flight 24 November 1947

Hawker Sea Fury F. 10
Hawker Sea Fury F.10 (TF905) in flight 7 May 1947

Pilots and ringmaster for Hoverfly display at Farnborough
Pilots and ringmaster for Hoverfly display, left to right, Wg Cdr L.P. Gibson, Sqdn Ldr A. St J. Price, FS J.D. Hayhow (ringmaster), Sqdn Ldr R.F. Martin and Fg Off A.C

Sikorsky Hoverfly II helicopters dressed up as elephants with Ringmaster, RAF display at Farnborough, 1950

Sikorsky Hoverfly II helicopter dressed up as an elephant, RAF display at Farnborough, 1950

de Havilland Comet C. 2
de Havilland Comet C.2 (XK695) of 216 Squadron RAF in flight from Lyneham 20 November 1956

Percival Provost T. 1
Percival Provost T.1 prototype (WE522) in flight from Luton, 21 May 1952

Westland Wyvern and Hawker Sea Hawk
Westland Wyvern S.4 (VZ796) and Hawker Sea Hawk FB.3 (WM906) of 703 Squadron Fa in flight over HMS Ark Royal 28 March 1955

Westland Wyvern S. 4
Westland Wyvern S.4 aircraft (VZ758, VZ757, VZ852, VZ753, VZ783 & VZ762) of 813 Squadron Fa, flying in formation from Ford 25 August 1953

London Heathrow Airport, 1956
London Heathrow Airport showing the former control tower, Queens Building and what is presently Terminal 2, 1956

Westland Belvedere
Bristol Belvedere HC.1 helicopters of 66 Squadron lifting loads, 1961

Slingsby T. 51 Dart
Slingsby T.51 Dart, World Gliding Championships, South Cerney, 1965

Avro 707 (WD280) in flight, SBAC Display Farnborough, 1951

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"Postwar: A Glimpse into the Era of Rebuilding and Progress" Step back in time to the postwar era, where nations strived to rebuild and progress after the ravages of war. The HMS Bulwark and HMS Eagle, mighty aircraft carriers, symbolize Britain's determination to regain its naval supremacy. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of a Harrier GR. 1 gracefully landing at St. Pancras, showcasing cutting-edge aviation technology. In the skies above, marvel at the English Electric Lightning F. 1 and Avro Shackleton MR. 2 as they soar through clouds with unmatched speed and precision. Reflect on history as you gaze upon a World War II poster depicting the heroic activities of 52 (Lowland) Division. The Avro Anson T. 20 takes flight, reminding us of the crucial role played by training aircraft during this period of rebuilding armed forces worldwide. Look up in wonder as The Red Arrows paint vibrant trails over Niagara Falls in 1972 – an exhibition that captivated audiences across borders. Witness Blackburn Beverley aircraft from 47 Squadron carrying heavy loads with ease – a testament to innovation in transport capabilities during these transformative years. Stand in awe before HMS Ark Royal, proudly representing Britain's commitment to maintaining a strong presence on international waters. Canberra bombers from 61 and 109 Squadrons take off into distant horizons, embodying technological advancements that reshaped aerial warfare strategies forevermore. Finally, observe Westland Whirlwinds stationed on HMS Bulwark – versatile helicopters ready for any mission thrown their way; exemplifying how military fleets adapted to new challenges faced post-war. The postwar era was not just about rebuilding physical structures but also about rekindling hope and forging ahead towards brighter futures for all nations involved - leaving behind scars while embracing resilience like never before.