Retained Collection

The Arrival of the First Thor Ballistic Missile to RAF Bom
Photograph of the delivery of first Thor Ballistic Missile to an RAF Base in Norfolk, 19th September 1958. Sixty-five feet long

Midland Loco 117
Midland Railway locomotive no 117 in the red livery which will be retained when the line is merged into the London Midland and Scottish

Emanuel Lasker
EMANUEL LASKER German mathematician, philosopher & chess master, defeated Steinitz in 1894 and retained title till defeated by Capablanca in 1921

Rev. R. H. Walker, and Mika Sematimba
The Rev. R.H. Walker, missionary at Uganda, and Mika Sematimba. Rev. Walker is interviewed, stating his desire that Uganda is retained by the English. Date: 1892

HMS Leviathan, Drake-class armoured cruiser
Royal Navy - HMS Leviathan, a Drake-class armoured cruiser. HMS Leviathan was one of four Drake-class armoured cruisers built for the Royal Navy around 1900

Fairey Fulmar G-AIBE at white Waltham, where it was maintained by the Fairey Aviation Company as a company hack. G-AIBE was the first production Fulmar which was retained by the manufacturer

GAF Jindivik Mk.2 A92-68
Royal Australian Air Force - Government Aircraft Factories Jindivik Mk.2 (Mk.102) A92-68 (msn 48), at the SBAC Farnborough Air-show, held from 1-7 September 1958

White Star Line, steamer chair (incised detail)
White Star Line, superb steamer chair by repute from RMS Olympic, of folding form with original foldout footrest. The vendor has had the chair fully restored but in a manner that it has retained its

White Star Line, steamer chair with foldout footrest
White Star Line, superb steamer chair by repute from RMS Olympic, of folding form with original foldout footrest. The vendor has had the chair fully restored but in a manner that it has retained its

GAF Jindivik Mk. 2 A92-68
Royal Australian Air Force - Government Aircraft Factories Jindivik Mk.2 A92-68 (msn 48), at the SBAC Farnborough Air-show, held from 1-7 September 1958

A Map of New Zealand
A truly outstanding, and large scale, Empire Marketing Board poster map designed by Leslie MacDonald ('Max') Gill

Post Office Radio Telephone Services and Fisheries
A wonderful, original, poster map showing Post Office Radio Telephone Services commissioned by the General Post Office and designed by Leslie MacDonald Gill, 1935

Post Office Wireless Stations and Fisheries
A simply magnificent, large scale, poster map of Post Office Wireless Stations commissioned by the General Post Office and designed by Leslie MacDonald Gill, 1939

A Map Of Irish Free State And Northern Ireland
a, map, of, irish, free, state, and, northern, ireland, 1929, truly, outstanding, large, scale, empire, marketing, board, poster, designed, by, leslie, macdonald, max, gill, this, design, for,

A Map of Scotland
A truly outstanding, and rare, original Empire Marketing Board poster by the master of decorative map making, Leslie MacDonald ('Max') Gill

Martin RB-57A-MA 52-1426 The first RB-57A produced and was initially retained by the manufacturer and from Aug 1973 at the Yankee Air Force, Ypsilanti, Michigan. Date: circa 1980

Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR. 1 XW919
Royal Air Force - Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1 XW919 (msn ), of 233 Operational Conversion Unit, at RAF Leuchars. (The aircraft of 233 OCU retained the Harrier Operational Conversion Unit markings)

HMS Leviathan, Drake-class armoured cruiser
Royal Navy - HMS Hornet, an Acheron-class Destroyer that served during the First World War and was sold for breaking in 1921. She was the seventh Royal Navy ship to be named Hornet

Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 154293
United States Navy - Douglas TA-4J Skyhawk 154293 (MSN 13681, call-sign 758, base code A'), of VT-7. (This aircraft retained the flight refuelling probe on conversion to TA-4J) Date: circa 2000

Consolidated LB-30 - B-24A Liberator N24927 Diamond Lil (msn 18, ex 40-2366, ex AM927). This aircraft was diverted to the RAF but after a landing accident was retained in the US

la Maison Queens Own Rifles of Canada D Day 6 June
Despite the heavy bombardments from sea and air this building retained its form and shape as can be seen in this D Day picture displayed outside today

SNCAC NC. 702 Martinet F-BAOO
SNCAC NC.702 Martinet F-BAOO (msn 121). During the second World War the ReichsLufttfahr Ministerium (RLM) dispersed manufacture of (usually)

Royal Air Force - Hawker Hurricane IIc PZ865 Last of the Many of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, seen on display fitted with a non-standard four-bladed propeller

Hawker Siddeley HS-125-600B G-AZHS (msn 25258), retained by Hawker Siddeley Aviation and later re-engined with Garret TFE731 turbofan engines ( to -700 standard)

Short SA. 6 Sealand prototype G-AIVX
Short SA.6 Sealand prototype G-AIVX (msn SH.1555). Retained by Short Brothers and Harland, G-AIVX was scrapped in 1955 when the CofA was due renewal. Date: circa 1950

Vickers Viking IB G-AJJN was retained by Vickers and flown on a demonstration flight to New Zealand in April 1947. On its return it was used y Vickers as a communications aircraft until it was later

Pattern 1897 Japanese arisaka bayonet sword, used in both World Wars; single edged blade, mark of Kokura arsenal. The bayonet incorporated a quillon designed to catch and break an opponent

VAD Hospital patient with donkey, Quex Park
A VAD hospital patient is standing with a donkey outside the back door to Quex House. On the reverse of the photograph is written Jenny

Turkey / Pergamum
Pergamum became the centre of a large kingdom in the 3rd century BC and retained its status as a political and cultural leader in the Byzantine period. Date: mid 19th century

Pergamum / Turkey
Pergamum beame the centre of a large kingdom in the 3rd century BC and retained its status as a political and cultural leader in the Byzantine period. Date: 1834

Hercules Humphreys (102)
HERCULES HUMPHREYS Resident of Elnsham, Oxfordshire : who at age 100 gave evidence at a trial, showing that he retained his faculties to the end. Date: 1698 - 1800

BAC One Eleven 670 G-ASYD British Aerospace Farnborough 1978
BAC One Eleven 670 G-ASYD retained by British Aerospace for testing. Seen at Farnborough in September 1978 Date: 1978

Sessile Oak (Quercus petraea) close-up of frost covered retained leaves on young oak, Powys, Wales, January

A tried watch-dog who will be retained. Illustration shows a man labeled Pension Agent holding a small club labeled Fraudulent Claims and shaking his fist at Henry C

Petticoat Lane Market, London, 1897
Photograph showing a view of the Sunday morning market in Petticoat Lane, London, 1897. This street had been renamed Middlesex Street, but the market retained its old moniker. Date: 17 November 1897

London Opera House
This became the National Theatre of England 1914 to 1915 : then the Stoll Theatre, later the Stoll Picture Theatre. Demolished 1957 but part retained as the Peacock. Date: first built 1911

Knot (Calidris canutus) adult, summer plumage with few retained winter feathers, feeding on beach, Eccles-on-sea, Norfolk, England, july

Diuretic effect, computer artwork
Diuretic effect. Computer artwork of the effect of diuretics (grey barriers) on a renal tubule (red) inside the kidney. These tubules regulate the levels of chemicals such as sodium (orange)

Diuretic effect, artwork
Diuretic effect. Computer artwork showing the effect of diuretics (grey barriers) on a renal tubule (red) inside the kidney

Jack Johnson and Tommy Burns, 1908
Photographs showing Jack Johnson (1878-1946)(left) and Tommy Burns (1881-1955), the heavyweight boxers who fought for the World Championship in Sydney, Australia, in 1908

Exeter Cathedral
The West Front end of Exeter Cathedral. The early 12th century Norman towers were retained by Bishop Bronescombe whose rebuilding began in 1270 and took over a century

Martello Tower
Spithead Fort is one of the Martello Towers built in 1804 as a defence against the anticipated French invasion of England. They are retained as coastal defences

Bewick Ichneumon
viverra ichneumon : This animal, in Egypt, is domestic, like the Cat; and is retained by the natives for the same useful purpose of clearing their house of rats and mice

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"Retained: A Glimpse into Historical Treasures" Step back in time with Midland Loco 117, a locomotive that has been retained to showcase the glory of steam-powered transportation. Witness history unfold as you delve into "The Arrival of the First Thor Ballistic Missile to RAF Bom, " an event that forever changed the course of military technology. Discover the strategic prowess of Emanuel Lasker, a chess grandmaster whose brilliance has been retained through generations. Explore the mighty HMS Leviathan, a Drake-class armoured cruiser that stands as a testament to naval power and resilience. Uncover tales from Rev. R. H. Walker and Mika Sematimba, two individuals whose legacies have been retained for their contributions to society. Relax in luxury on White Star Line's steamer chair with incised detail or indulge in ultimate comfort with their foldout footrest option - both meticulously retained for your pleasure. Marvel at the advanced capabilities of GAF Jindivik Mk. 2 A92-68, an aircraft designed to be retained for training purposes and research advancements. Embark on a journey through New Zealand with "A Map of New Zealand, " where natural beauty is carefully preserved and cherished by its inhabitants. Experience seamless communication as Post Office Radio Telephone Services are retained alongside thriving fisheries, ensuring connectivity even amidst vast oceans. Immerse yourself in history with Post Office Wireless Stations while admiring flourishing fisheries - both integral parts of our past that have been thoughtfully retained for future generations. Study "A Map Of Irish Free State And Northern Ireland" and grasp how borders can be delicately maintained while fostering unity between nations. In this captivating collection, witness how these diverse elements have been skillfully retained throughout time – preserving stories, innovations, beauty, and connections – all waiting to be explored anew.