Postwar Collection (page 4)

Slingsby Skylark 2
Slingsby T.41 Skylark 2 of the Army Gliding Club at National Gliding Championships, Lasham, June 1955

Avro 707B in flight, SBAC Display Farnborough, 1951

Armstrong Whitworth AW. 52
Armstrong Whitworth AW.52 on ground, Baginton 16 December 1946

De Havilland DH. 108
De Havilland DH.108, Hatfield 15 April 1948

Fairey Firefly IV over HMS Illustrious 18 March 1947

De Havilland Trident 1c of British European Airways, SBAC Show Farnborough

Handley Page (Reading) HPR1 Marathon prototype, SBAC Farnborough September 1952

Percival Provost prototype, Luton 21 May 1952

Avro Anson T. 20
Avro Anson T.20, Woodford 9 February 1948

HMS Vengeance, British aircraft carrier
HMS Vengeance (R71), British light aircraft carrier, Colossus-class. Seen here in Malta harbour. Date: circa 1950s

Empress Of Canada
17th July 1947: The Canadian Pacific liner Empress of Canada at Liverpool just before she departs on her first post-war voyage to Canada, the first vessel to resume service on this route

Westland Whirlwind HAR. 10 prototype
Westland Whirlwind HAR.10 prototype, Yeovil 9 June 1959

Miles Martinet TT. 1
Miles Martinet TT.1 (RG988 R8K) of 776 Squadron Fa in flight from Ronaldsway, 25 August 1945

de Havilland Vampire (LZ551) prototype taking off from HMS Ocean, December 1945

Kendall K-1 glider
Hugh Kendalls glider K-1 at the World Gliding Championships, Great Hucklow, 19-23 July 1954

Gloster Meteor NF. 14 aircraft of 152 Squadron, 1955
Gloster Meteor NF.14 aircraft of 152 Squadron, in flight from RAF Wattisham, 14 June 1955

Sikorsky Hoverfly I helicopters at RNAS Lee-on-Solent air display, 25 June 1947

RAF armoured cars at the Brandenburg Gate
Humber IIIA armoured cars in front of the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin, 1947

Seagull ASR. 1 prototype
Supermarine Seagull ASR.1 prototype in flight, 19 October 1948

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

De Havilland Sea Venom FAW22 aircraft of 894 Squadron on HMS Eagle, 1957

De Havilland Sea Venom FAW. 20
De Havilland Sea Venom FAW.20 aircraft of 890 Squadron in flight, 12 July 1954

Westland Dragonfly HR. 3
Westland Dragonfly HR.3 (WG750) of the Ships Flight taking off from the flight deck of HMS Eagle 1954

Fairey Firefly AS. 6
Fairey Firefly AS.6 (WD850) in flight, September 1950

Fairey Firefly V (VT369) in flight 27 January 1948

Supermarine Seafire F. 46
Supermarine Seafire F.46 (LA542) in flight 30 January 1946

Towed Target Mk. 1
A Towed Target in flight near Lee-on-Solent

Provost aircraft of the CFS
Percival Provost T.1 aircraft of the Central Flying School, taking off in formation, SBAC Show Farnborough, September 1957

Miles Martinet TT. 1 towing a Winged Target
Miles Martinet TT.1 of 771 Squadron towing a Winged Target near Lee-on-Solent

A Winged Target towed by a Martinet TT. 1
Miles Martinet TT.1 of 771 Squadron Fa towing a Winged Target near Lee-on-Solent

Gay Class motor torpedo boats, including Gay Fencer and Gay Centurion

The Golden Arrow at Dover Harbour
Pullman carriages of the Golden Arrow train after its re-introduction in 1946

Saunders Roe SR. A1
Saunders Roe SR.A1 (TG263) in flight, July 1947

Sikorsky VS-300 and XR-4 Hoverfly
Igor Sikorsky was a pioneer of the helicopter. The first successful Sikorsky helicopter after modification and the XR-4 which entered service with American and British air forces

Westland Dragonfly HR.3 helicopters of 705 Squadron, RNAS Lee-on-Solent 21 November 1952

Percival Pembroke C.51 (RM8 OT-ZAH) for the Belgian Air Force, in flight September 1954

De Havilland Vampire
de Havilland Vampire F3 (B-AH) Royal Norwegian Air Force, flying, various views 6.49

British Gliding Championships 1963
Aerial view of the competitors for the British Gliding Championships, Lasham 1963

Saunders Roe SR-N1
Saro SR-N1 prototype hovercraft, Cowes, 11 July 1959

Standard Austria glider
Schempp-Hirth Standard Austria glider (210) in flight, National Gliding Championships, Lasham, 1964

Slingsby Skylark 3B
Slingsby T.43 Skylark 3B in flight

Short SB. 5
Short SB5 (WG768) in flight, SBAC Show Farnborough 1953

Beech Expeditor II, 1947

Mitchell-Proctor Kittiwake

Beagle B206X, SBAC Show Farnborough

Chilton DW1A, Burnaston 26 June 1948

Bristol Sycamore HR. 14
Bristol Sycamore HR.14 circa 1955

Cover design, Simplicity Sewing Book, helpful hints for beginners and experts. 1947

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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.