Raphael Tuck Sons Collection

Life in the W. A. A. F. 1940
Life in the W.A.A.F. 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Churchill in Admirals uniform, 1946. Creator: Unknown
Churchill in Admirals uniform, 1946. On 14 August 1946, King George VI conferred upon Winston Churchill (1874-1965) the ancient honour of the appointment as Lord Warden

Bombay-Poona Mail, Great Indian Peninsula Railway, c1900. Mumbai-Pune Mail (started as Bombay-Poona Mail) was a luxurious train on the Mumbai-Pune section by the Great Indian Peninsula Railway

Olive May, actress, c1900s-c1910s(?). Artist: Tuck and Sons
Olive May, actress, c1900s-c1910s(?)

The Gordon Highlanders: Captain and Subaltern officer with the Kings Colours, 1933. British Army soldiers in traditional Scottish kilts, with the Union Jack flag

Birthday Greetings, 1933. Creator: Unknown
Birthday Greetings, 1933. Bluebirds on a branch of blossom, with poem

"In the Air"- the FE 8, 1932. Creator: G. T. Clarkson
" In the Air" - the FE 8, 1932. British single-seat fighter plane, designed at the Royal Aircraft Factory, which served in the First World War

Great Western - Cornish Riviera Limited, Barnard Way, 1932. Creator: Unknown
Great Western - Cornish Riviera Limited, Barnard Way, 1932. The Cornish Riviera Express passenger service between London Paddington and Penzance in Cornwall began running in 1904

In our off-duty, 1940. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series. At the beginning of the war it was estimated that up to 67

Examinations, 1940. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series. At the beginning of the war it was estimated that up to 67

Crisp white linen, 1940. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series

Interested in their lives, 1940. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series

I ve never had an appetite like this, 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Never any lack of company, 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Any game or sport you favour, 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Experience as storewomen, 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

On the gun-sites, 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

A. T. S. dances are grand fun, 1940
A.T.S. dances are grand fun, 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

A friendly spirit everywhere, 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Life in the A. T. S. 1940
Life in the A.T.S. 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

There are the cooks, 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

At the nerve centres of the Service, 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

A worth-while piece of work, 1940. From Life in the A.T.S. booklet on the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Fix him up. 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series. The Auxiliary Fire Service was formed in 1938 in Britain as part of the Civil

Good for you, girls!, 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Could I drive a car?, 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Hands the form over her shoulder, 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

You cannot have efficiency without discipline. 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

I m A Firegirl, 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

How glad we were to be nurses!, 1940. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series

A grey old building, 1940. Young woman arriving for her first day as a trainee nurse. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series

Life as a Nurse, 1940. From Life as a Nurse, booklet on nursing during World War II, in Tucks Better Little Book series. At the beginning of the war it was estimated that up to 67

She comes home in her smart uniform, 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Working on balloons, 1940. From Life in the W.A.A.F. booklet on the Womens Auxiliary Air Force (WaF), in Tucks Better Little Book series

How the boys appreciate it!, 1940. From I m A Firegirl, booklet on the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS), in Tucks Better Little Book series

Madeira - Carca De Bananeiras, c1940. Madeira is a Portuguese archipelago located in the North Atlantic Ocean. [Raphael Tuck & Sons, London, c1940]

King George V (1865-1936) of the United Kingdom, 1935. Artist: Tuck and Sons
The official Silver Jubilee portrait of King George V (1865-1936) of the United Kingdom. Taken in the Music Room of Buckingham Palace. Photo by Royal Command by Raphael Tuck & Sons, Ltd. 1935

Queen Mary (1867-1953), 1935. Artist: Tuck and Sons
The official Silver Jubilee portrait of Queen Mary (1867-1953), consort of King George V of the United Kingdom. Taken in the Music Room of Buckingham Palace

Alexandra Carlisle, British actress, c1900s-c1910s. Artist: Tuck and Sons
Alexandra Carlisle, British actress, c1900s-c1910s. Alexandra Carlisle (1886-1936) was a Shakespearean actress widely admired in both Britain and the United States

Members of the cast of The Duchess of Dantzic, c1903. Artist: Tuck and Sons
Members of the cast of The Duchess of Dantzic, c1903. Holbrook Blinn as Napoleon and Elizabeth Kirby as the Empress Josephine

Arthur Lucan, British actor, c1915s-c1935(?). Artist: Tuck and Sons
Arthur Lucan, British actor, c1915s-c1935(?). Lucan (1885-1954) as Old Mother Riley, the role that gained him fame on stage, radio and screen from the 1910s until the 1950s

Edward, Prince of Wales, in army uniform, 1920s(?). Artist: Tuck and Sons
Edward, Prince of Wales, in army uniform, 1920s(?). Edward served in the Grenadier Guards during World War I. He became king when his father, George V, died in 1936

Edward, Prince of Wales, in army uniform, early 20th century. Artist: Tuck and Sons
Edward, Prince of Wales, in army uniform, early 20th century. Edward served in the Grenadier Guards during World War I. He became king when his father, George V, died in 1936

Princess Victoria receiving the news that she is Queen, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Princess Victoria receiving the news that she is Queen, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by E Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), 1897. Artist: M Bowley
Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Princess Elizabeth, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Princess Elizabeth, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

Edward VI, keeping his Diary, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
Edward VI, keeping his Diary, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

The Princes in the Tower, 1897. Artist: Frances Brundage
The Princes in the Tower, 1897. From Royal Children of English History by Edith Nesbit, published by Raphael Tuck and Sons Ltd (London, Paris, New York, 1897)

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"Raphael Tuck & Sons: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time with Raphael Tuck & Sons as we explore captivating moments from different eras. Join the brave women of the W. A. A. F. In 1940, as they navigate life during wartime, showcasing their resilience and dedication. Travel through India on the Bombay-Poona Mail, a majestic train journey aboard the Great Indian Peninsula Railway captured around 1900. Discover Olive May, an enchanting actress from the early 1900s to 1910s, immortalized by Tuck and Sons' artistic prowess. Witness Winston Churchill donning his Admirals uniform in 1946; a powerful image that reflects his leadership during crucial times. Marvel at The Gordon Highlanders' Captain and Subaltern officer proudly displaying their Kings Colours in 1933; a testament to their unwavering loyalty. Celebrate birthdays with our charming Birthday Greetings card from 1933 - its creator may be unknown but its timeless message remains cherished. Soar high "In the Air" alongside FE8 aircraft in 1932, beautifully depicted by artist G. T. Clarkson capturing the thrill of aviation's golden age. Embark on a luxurious journey aboard Great Western's Cornish Riviera Limited train along Barnard Way in picturesque Cornwall circa 1932. Uncover secrets within London's Tower of London as you gaze upon The Bloody Tower through an evocative photograph dating back to c1910. Peek into moments of leisure "In our off-duty" lives amidst war-torn times of 1940 when soldiers found solace away from duty's demands. Experience nerve-wracking Examinations endured by individuals striving for knowledge even amidst turbulent times like those faced in 1940 Indulge your senses with crisp white linen garments adorning fashionable men and women alike during fashion-forward days of yesteryear in 1940.