Ww Ii Collection (page 21)

Bathroom exercise / W H Robinson
Post War Britain: Health and happiness at home. Bathroom exercise for training the legs for running to the station in the morning

Lawn mower protector / W H Robinson
Magnetic device for protecting your mower from shrapnel on the lawn. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Bones Wanted for Salvage - World War II poster
Ministry of Information poster during World War Two encouraging people to save bones for salvage

Zip opening letterbox / W H Robinson
Post War Town planning. The new Zip opening letterbox for taking all sizes of letters. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Road crossing / W H Robinson
Post War Town planning. Safe road crossing for pedestrians, by means of a cradle and winch. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Unobtrusive Sunday drinking / W H Robinson
Post War Town planning. Unobtrusive way of visiting the local on a Sunday morning. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Post war housing / W H Robinson
Post War Town planning. A neat post war villa built on the cantilever principle. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

WWII recycling: gas mask vase / W H Robinson
Making use of an old gas mask by turning it into an attractive flower vase. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII adaption: tank-bus / W H Robinson
Adaption of a Army tank for peace time requirements by turning it into a Green Line Bus. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Asking policeman time / W H Robinson
Post War Town planning. To save the trouble of asking the time of a policeman...a handy clock built into his helmet. Please note

Post war reconstruction / W H Robinson
Restoring a shattered sign post. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Town folk back from country / W H Robinson
An absent minded man fresh back from the countryside after the war, forgets that he is back in town and set off to work with a pitch fork and farmers smock

WWII adaption: barrage balloon / W H Robinson
Adaption of a barrage balloon for peace time requirements, by helping with swimming lessons. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Empty allotments / W H Robinson
On the allotment when we don t have to grow our own cabbages This post war couple use theirs for flute practice and sewing

WWII recycling: Torpedo foot warmer / W H Robinson
A resourceful couple in bed make use of an old torpedo as a foot warmer. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII recycling: Hat respirator / W H Robinson
An old respirator, converted into a smart hat. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII recycling: Anderson hammock / W H Robinson
The old Anderson shelter making a comfortable place to lounge on a fine day, suspended from a tree. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

WWII recycling: Tin hat soup tureen / W H Robinson
A retired warden makes use of his old tin hat to eat his soup from. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

WWII recycling: mine bomb seating / W H Robinson
Take a couple of deadly sea mines, lay a wooden plank across the top, place somewhere scenic (preferably looking out to sea) sit on aforementioned plank and relax while you darn a jumper or two

WWII recycling: Stirrup pump bathing / W H Robinson
An old stirrup pump and plenty of buckets of water, making an ideal outdoor shower. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

End to rationing / W H Robinson
Facing up to an unrationed world after the end of world war two. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Restoring belfry / W H Robinson
Restoring the belfry of a village church shattered during the second world war. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Dog inside gas-proof kennel
A dog inside a gas-proof kennel, part of an A.R.P. scheme for domestic animals at the outbreak of World War Two

Memorial to Russian Navy, Sevastopol, Ukraine
View of the Soviet Memorial to the Russian Navy of World War Two, in Sevastopol, Ukraine, with marines on parade. Sevastopol is where Russias Black Sea Fleet is based

Maltas Defences firing - WWII
World War Two - Maltas Fixed night defences firing - July 1943

British troops in France WWII
As some of the farmers horses have been commandeered by the French Army, these farmers have been handicapped in their ploughing

French British cooperation WWII
A group of French and British pilots study an operational chart during World War II

Maginot line WWII
First photograph of the British and French together on the Maginot line, preparing to drink a toast to the New Year during World War II

French prisoners at Dunkirk WWII
French prisoners surrender to the Germans at Dunkirk during World War II

Dunkirk retreat WWII
Much was left behind as a consequence of the Dunkirk retreat during World War II

Dunkirk evacuation WWII
Photo shows British troops on a beach near Dunkirk forming into long winding queues ready to take their turn to board the small boats which took them to larger vessels

British anti-aircraft battery WWII
More heavy snow has fallen in France and the British Expeditionary Force is again contending with Arctic weather conditions during World War II

German troops WWII
German pioneers advancing into an abandoned French village during World War II, checking for mines and preparing for motorised vehicles

Destroyed French tank WWII
Destroyed French tank in France during World War II

French tank obstacles WWII
Concrete dragon teeth tank obstacles line a field in northern France. The workers who built it file past

Abandoned vehicles at Dunkirk WWII
Abandoned British vehicles at Dunkirk during World War II

Destroyed warship WWII
German stukas destroyed the warships they found in Dunkirk harbour during World War II

WWII street battle
Street battle in France during World War II Date: 1939-1945

Dunkirk defeat WWII
Beaches of defeat at Dunkirk during World War II

German tanks WWII
German tanks in France during winter in World War II

Weapons on evacuation ship WWII
Bren guns and others piled on the decks of the Royal Sovereign during the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force from Cherbourg en route for Southampton

British Merchant Marine WWII
The Royal Eagle launched in 1932, owned by the General Steam Navigational Company, and in the Mercantile Marine during World War II

Bombed street WWII
Bombed out street in France during World War II

WWII tanks
Destroyed tanks in France during World War II

German motorised column of the 4th Panzer Division during the cross-country march in France during World War II

Paris evacuation WWII
Parisians leaving the city for safer havens. Here a poor family is using all possible means of locomotion to leave, wheeling their grandmother in a pram

French evacuees WWII
French evacuees after the Paris bombardment leaving for Grenoble at the Gare de Lyon

French civilians WWII
There is always some stew left over in the kitchens of the French Army and the children who have made friends with the cooks get the best of it during World War II

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"Unite and Conquer: Join the Royal Artillery, Serve Your Country in WW II" This recruitment poster calls upon brave individuals to join the Royal Artillery, a crucial force during World War II. As tensions rise, it is time for heroes to step forward and defend our nation. "The Mighty HMS Hood: A Symbol of British Naval Power in WW II" The Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood stands tall as a testament to Britain's naval supremacy during World War II. Its sheer size and firepower make it an awe-inspiring sight that strikes fear into the hearts of enemies. "Defending the Skies: Spitfire and Tempest Fighters Soar in WW II" The Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Tempest aeroplanes take flight, defending our skies with unparalleled bravery. These magnificent machines are instrumental in protecting our homeland from enemy attacks. "Praise for RAF Pilots: Churchill Hails Their Heroism During WW II" Winston Churchill commends the remarkable courage displayed by RAF pilots who valiantly fought against overwhelming odds during World War II. Their unwavering determination ensures that freedom will prevail over tyranny. "Beneath the Waves: T Class Submarines Strike Fear Into Enemies' Hearts in WW II" Silent but deadly, T class submarines prowl beneath treacherous waters, striking fear into enemy vessels during World War II. These stealthy warriors play a vital role in disrupting enemy supply lines and turning tides of war. "Back Them Up. Support Our Heroes - RAF Poster Encourages Unity During WW2" An inspiring RAF poster urges civilians to rally behind their courageous heroes fighting on the frontlines of World War II. Together, we can provide unwavering support that fuels their determination to protect our freedoms. "Sacrifice at Homefront: Save Kitchen Scraps to Feed Hens Amidst WWII Rationing" In times of scarcity caused by rationing during World War II, every contribution counts.