Truncheon Collection (page 2)

Prehistoric justice (colour litho)
3093641 Prehistoric justice (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prehistoric justice)

England football star Gary Lineker, is handcuffed by a police officer during a visit to a police station in Colorado Springs, USA ahead of the 1986 World Cup tournament in Mexico. May 1986

Some 50 children stepped into the realms of fantasy when they met Punch and Judy at the Huddersfield town centre Tourist Information Centre. 25th May 1985

Muhammad Ali seen here playing a round with two policemen just outside Dublin. Ali is in Ireland for his fight with Al Blue Lewis. 14th July 1972

Noddy outside Princess Theatre in London December 1957

The Constable and Punch, late 18th-early 19th century? Creator: Unknown
The Constable and Punch, late 18th-early 19th century? Scene from a traditional Punch and Judy puppet show

A policeman, 1855. Artist: Day & Son
A policeman, 1855. Depicted against the sketched background of a street, holding a truncheon

A Druid, 1803. Artist: King
A Druid, 1803. [J. Stratford, London]

Meeting in favour of Boers disturbed by the anti-nationalists, 1900. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
Meeting in favour of Boers disturbed by the anti-nationalists, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 14th January 1900

Emile Zola affair, being taken to the Palais de Justice, Paris, 1898. Artist: Henri Meyer
Emile Zola affair, being taken to the Palais de Justice, Paris, 1898. Emile Zola (1840-1902) was an influential French novelist, the most important example of the literary school of naturalism

Pictures for Posterity, 1883. This little cartoon illustrates the perils faced on a daily basis by the brave British policeman as, armed with his truncheon

An Unequal Match, 1881. Artist: Joseph Swain
An Unequal Match, 1881. This cartoon depicts a burglar, armed with pistol and knife, engaged in a rather unequal battle with a police constable who is brave, but armed only with a truncheon

The City Police, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
The City Police, 1863. Magog comments: I Say, Brother Gog, They Seem to Think We Ain t No Sort O Use. Here, following the recently highlighted failings of the Citys police force

Might and Mayne, 1858. One of Punchs little illustrations. This one is used to highlight an article telling readers that The country is saved because the police are now going to start drilling

Kissy Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1912

BROOKLYN: RIOTS, 1964. A confrontation between protesters and police at the corner Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

WM TWEED
WILLIAM MARCY TWEED known as BOSS TWEED American politician and swindler: the cartoon which enabled the Spanish police to identify and arrest him

Aladdin at the Theatre Royal, Edinburgh. 21 December 1907, Howard & Wyndhams Royal Pantomime. Aladdin being chased by four policemen with truncheons, with Chinese lanterns above. 1907

Junior police force
After a boy broke her window, Miss Marian Fletcher of Linthwaite, near Huddersfield in Yorkshire, set up a private police force of children aged 7-12 to encourage better behaviour

Grinning policeman and clown on a Christmas card
Grinning policeman on a Christmas card, pulling a clowns ear. (2 of 2) Date: early 20th century

Snap Playing Card - Policeman running after a thief. circa 1910s

Caricature of A W Pinero as a clown
Caricature of Sir Arthur Wing Pinero (1855-1934), English actor, playwright and stage director. Seen here as a Christmas pantomime clown at St Jamess Theatre, London

Woman police officers accessories: a whistle on a chain, a plastic-covered notebook, a wooden truncheon with leather strap, and the reinforced bowler hat introduced in 1985. Date: circa late 1980s

Policeman giving directions
A London policeman giving directions to a member of the public in a crowded street. Date: 1871

Suffragette Flying Machine Asquith no. 10. Suffragettes give Mr. Asquith a rude awakening as their flying machine reaches the upper floor of number 10. Downing Street

The Riots in Belfast: The Police Charging the Mob in the Brickfields, from The
BAL127861 The Riots in Belfast: The Police Charging the Mob in the Brickfields, from The Illustrated London News, 19th June 1886 (engraving) by English School

Buck Balfour. Cartoon of Arthur Balfour (later British Prime Minister) when he was Chief Secretary for Ireland on the cover of Funny Folks

American Policeman
A cop reluctantly has his picture taken whilst on duty outside a bar, Rockaway Beach, Oregon, U.S.A. Date: early 1960s

Boys as Policemen
Erm, excuse me Missus, ain t we supposed to be arresting you? Two boys dressed up as policemen look perturbed when an old lady with a whistle starts to jot in her notepad. Date: 1960s

Metropolitan Police truncheon
A Metropolitan Police truncheon, decorated with gold and red painting

Metropolitan Police truncheon (detail)
A Metropolitan Police truncheon from the period of William IV, showing the red and gold painting on its tip

Ken Searle, police historian, wearing the tunic and winter helmet of 1910-1936. He is holding a summer issue helmet (1910-1936, left)

Bombay (Mumbai) Policeman
Policeman in uniform from Bombay (Mumbai), India

Police & Men about Town
Some young men-about-town are apprehended by a policeman. One of the men foolishly holds up his fists ready to fight, but the policeman is armed with a truncheon

No Match for a Gun
An unequal match The truncheon is no match for the gun. A brave policeman attempts to disarm a burgler who threatens him with a gun

Policeman in Ambush
A policeman waits behind a wall ready to ambush with his truncheon

W B Fair, Music Hall entertainer, on a music sheet
W B Fair, Music Hall singer and entertainer, depicted as a policeman on a music sheet for a popular comic song entitled That ll Pull Em Round

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"Truncheon: The Symbol of Authority in the Hands of the Brave" In a bustling police inspection, officers gather to equip themselves with essential tools for their duty. Amongst them, truncheons stand tall as a representation of power and control. These sturdy batons are not just mere objects; they embody the dedication and commitment of policemen who safeguard our streets. As London's finest assemble in the station parade room, their truncheons gleam under the bright lights. Each officer takes pride in carrying this iconic piece of police equipment, knowing it is an emblem that commands respect and maintains law and order. Reminiscent of scenes from "The Bonzo Chase" board game, where players navigate through thrilling chases, one can imagine a policeman on a pogo stick pursuing a cunning thief clutching a bag full of stolen loot, and is these moments that showcase how truncheons become instrumental in apprehending criminals and ensuring justice prevails. Beyond its role on duty, truncheons find themselves featured even outside policing realms. A poster advertising Melox dog food captures attention with an image showcasing loyalty personified by man's best friend alongside an officer gripping his trusty baton tightly – symbolizing protection for both humans and animals alike. From Brixton Hill to Misfitz-Qua Qua establishments, watchmen rely on their trusted truncheons to maintain security during long nights. As they patrol darkened streets or guard valuable assets like "Last of the Charlies, " these guardians know that their baton serves as more than just physical defense—it represents safety within communities. Even popular culture has embraced this timeless symbol; think back to Brandon Thomas' play "Charley's Aunt, " where comedic chaos ensues when characters impersonate policemen wielding their signature weapon—the mighty truncheon.