Traffic Police Collection

A group of police motorcyclists receive a final briefing at Hampton Police Station, Middlesex, UK, before they begin their first days duty

A group of police motorcyclists begin their first days duty in Hampton Middlesex. This patrol is one of fourteen set up by the Metropolitan Police to reduce motoring offences, 4th April 1938

Picture shows a policeman on St Andrews Street, Cambridge, allowing traffic past. Behind him is Downing Street, and the Norwich Union Building Society. Cambridge

The uprising in South Africa (Colour Litho)
2809091 The uprising in South Africa (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The uprising in South Africa)

Bloody fight between French gendarmes and Andalusian gypsies, in Lunel (France) (colour litho)
2815576 Bloody fight between French gendarmes and Andalusian gypsies, in Lunel (France) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Riots in Russia, the Struggle Between Cossacks, Students and Workers in the Newsky Perspective... (colour litho)
2798420 The Riots in Russia, the Struggle Between Cossacks, Students and Workers in the Newsky Perspective... (colour litho) by Beltrame

A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho)
2809100 A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of battle)

The Demonstration Of The Parisian Students In Favor Of The Boers, Missing By The Police In Front Of The Sorbonne
2798456 The Demonstration Of The Parisian Students In Favor Of The Boers, Missing By The Police In Front Of The Sorbonne (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Last weeks violent and bloody general strike, an episode in the struggle between... (colour litho)
2815658 Last weeks violent and bloody general strike, an episode in the struggle between... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Hunger March in London (Colour Litho)
2783643 The Hunger March in London (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hunger March in London)

The tragedies of fanaticism (Colour Litho)
2809003 The tragedies of fanaticism (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragedies of fanaticism)

The Agitation In The Citeriore Calabria, The Serious Disorders Occured In Cassano-Ionio To Get New Railways
2798527 The Agitation In The Citeriore Calabria, The Serious Disorders Occured In Cassano-Ionio To Get New Railways (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho)
2777985 In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho) by Beltrame

While awaiting liberal reforms in Russia, the Cossacks disperse and persecute the dreamers of freedom in Petersburg
2814738 While awaiting liberal reforms in Russia, the Cossacks disperse and persecute the dreamers of freedom in Petersburg (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts... (colour litho)
2808506 120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Dramas Of Smuggling, A Group Of Smugglers Surprised By The Finance Guards... (colour litho)
2798446 The Dramas Of Smuggling, A Group Of Smugglers Surprised By The Finance Guards... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dramas Of Smuggling)

French law on the Separation of the Churches and the State (1905) : inventory of the goods of churches
1729631 French law on the Separation of the Churches and the State (1905) : inventory of the goods of churches : here in February 1906 a barricade inside church of Saint Pierre du Gros Caillou in

The Zola Affair: Emile Zola (1840-1902) at the Palais de Justice, cover of Le Petit Journal
XIR116002 The Zola Affair: Emile Zola (1840-1902) at the Palais de Justice, cover of Le Petit Journal, 20th February 1898 (engraving) by Meyer

Police Station in Ireland, 1881 (engraving)
1721751 Police Station in Ireland, 1881 (engraving) by Irish School, (19th century); (add.info.: Police station in Ireland, 1881, engraving)

A police court (litho)
7172977 A police court (litho) by Hammond, Aubrey (1893-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: A police court. Illustration from The London Scene, Described by Lewis Melville (Faber and Gwyer)

A Queer Company (colour litho)
7169976 A Queer Company (colour litho) by Rountree, Harry (Herbert R.) (1878-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Queer Company)

A curious episode of the barbers strike in Treviso (colour litho)
2808892 A curious episode of the barbers strike in Treviso (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious episode of the barbers strike in Treviso)

London Types: the Policeman (litho)
7201842 London Types: the Policeman (litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Types: the Policeman)

Penny pedlar trading on a street (chromolitho)
7157133 Penny pedlar trading on a street (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penny pedlar trading on a street)

"Sir Andews measure will not meet the views of those who dinners hot on Sunday lose,
7172219 " Sir Andews measure will not meet the views of those who dinners hot on Sunday lose, and, if restricted by this pye-house Saint, the crowd who bake

Guardians of the Night (engraving)
7172197 Guardians of the Night (engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guardians of the Night)

Men and women bicycling in London, 1890s (b / w photo)
7193444 Men and women bicycling in London, 1890s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men and women bicycling in London, 1890s)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Sergent de ville; Policeman; Polizeisergeant (engraving)
7197546 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Sergent de ville; Policeman; Polizeisergeant (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nightwatchman (colour litho)
7157241 Nightwatchman (colour litho) by Claudius, Wilhelm Ludwig Heinrich (1854-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nightwatchman. Illustration from Herzblattchens Zeitvertreib)

Last summons issued to a British motorist for not being preceded by a man with a red flag, 1896 (litho)
7150738 Last summons issued to a British motorist for not being preceded by a man with a red flag, 1896 (litho) by English School

Early photograph of criminals (b / w photo)
7148265 Early photograph of criminals (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early photograph of criminals)

Lost Children waiting to be claimed (colour litho)
7181591 Lost Children waiting to be claimed (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lost Children waiting to be claimed)

A Guardian of the Peace (colour litho)
7181665 A Guardian of the Peace (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Guardian of the Peace)

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"Guardians of Order: The Courageous Traffic Police" In the bustling streets of Cambridge, a picture captures the unwavering dedication of a traffic police officer on St Andrews Street. With a commanding presence, he skillfully directs the flow of vehicles, ensuring smooth passage for all. Reflecting upon history's trials and tribulations, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by these brave individuals. From the Calthorpe Street Massacre in May 1833 to countless acts of heroism witnessed throughout time, their loyalty and selflessness shine through. One poignant image depicts a bulldog who willingly embraces death rather than abandon his master's side. Such unwavering devotion exemplifies the deep bond between man and beast. Another lithograph portrays an agonizing scene in Milan where a woman is buried alive beneath rubble after her house collapses, and is only through the tireless efforts of firemen that she emerges from this harrowing ordeal after five excruciating hours. The dangers faced by police officers are not limited to natural disasters; they also confront violence head-on. In Lanzo Torinese, two officers valiantly endure brutal attacks while carrying out their duty to protect society. Across continents, from South Africa's uprising to Switzerland's tragic Ricken Tunnel incident, traffic police find themselves at the forefront during times of turmoil and chaos. Even within castle walls like Trento's Austrian infamy or amidst battles with gypsies in Bohemia, these dedicated individuals stand firm against adversity and spread calmness amid terror. Yet it is not just external threats that they face; internal conflicts also test their mettle. The crime-ridden streets bear witness to bloody encounters between French gendarmes and Andalusian gypsies or assaults on prisons defended by Cairo's police force. Through each challenge encountered along their path, traffic police embody resilience and valor as they strive to maintain order in our ever-changing world.