1946 Collection (#2)

Poster, Velke Karlovice, Raj Lyzaru
Czech poster, Velke Karlovice, Raj Lyzaru, by Ladislav Horak -- Great Karlovice (a village in Vsetin District, Zlin Region, Czech Republic), a paradise for skiers. Date: 1946

American atomic bomb test at Bikini Atoll in the Pacific Ocean, 1946
ATOMIC BOMB TEST, 1946. American atomic bomb test at Bikini Atoll in the Pacific Ocean, 1946

Princess Elizabeth, later Queen Elizabeth II
H.R.H. Princess Elizabeth dancing with Lord Rupert Nevill, younger son of the Marquess of Abergavenny, at the Royal Navy and Merchant Navy Ball. This was the first public ball she attended

Napier Sabre V (series VII) aero engine

Alfred Rosenberg
ALFRED ROSENBERG Leading proponent of National Socialist ideology. In 1941 he was appointed Minister for the Eastern Occupied Territories

Eric Owen, chief modeller at the Minton China Works in Stoke On Trent, creating a vase to a clients specifications. In the foreground are models for a vegetable dish and coffee pots. 1946

Pasadena, California, USA - Greetings from... Date: 1946

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, with Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret, with the Marquess of Aberdeen, in the Royal Pavilion at Braemar

North American SNJ-2 Texan N66082 at La Guardia Airport NY. Constructed as a SNJ-2 (MSN 65-2026) with Bureau of Aeronautics No. 2037. Taken on Strength-Charge with the United States Navy 1946

A portrait of George Bernard Shaw
George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950), Irish dramatist, critic and Nobel prize winner. Date: 1946

MOHANDAS GANDHI (1869-1948). Hindu nationalist and spiritual leader. Photographed with Jawaharlal Nehru at the All India Congress in Bombay, India, 1 July 1946

The Heroines of 1940 : Greek poster, c1946, commemorating the women of the Greek Resistance Movement in World War II
WWII: GREEK POSTER, 1940. " The Heroines of 1940" : Greek poster, c1946, commemorating the women of the Greek Resistance Movement in World War II

HMS Warrior R31
Royal Navy - HMS Warrior R31, a Colossus-class light aircraft carrier, in March 1946. (Warrior was loaned to the Royal Canadian Navy from 1946 to 1948 as HMCS Warrior)

Towednack near St Ives from Trendrine Hill, June 1946
A GWR publicity view of the village of Towednack near St Ives in Cornwall from Trendrine Hill. The image was taken in June 1946 to publicise rambling using the GWR network along the Cornish Riviera

Front cover of a TSB Christmas Annual 1946, with a very modern Santa Claus choosing to deliver presents by car. Date: 1946

A group of female workers at the Minton China Works in Stoke On Trent, remove newly created articles from their moulds after the liquid state clay was poured in and left to stand for half an hour

HMS Victory the flagship of the fleet framed in an arch in Portsmouth dockyard. March 1946

Victory Day Parade
The Victory Parade : the French Air Force contingent passes the Saluting Base where Britains royals await them Date: 8 June 1946

Miss Mary Churchill announces her engagement, 1946
Miss Mary Churchill(b. 1922), Mr. Winston Churchills youngest daughter, announced her engagement on the day this photograph was taken of her, attending the wedding of Lord Burhams daughter, the Hon

FORD MERCURY AD, 1946. American magazine advertisement, 1946, for Ford Mercury automobiles

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, 1946. Josette Day as Beauty and Jean Marais as the Beast in the 1946 French film directed by Jean Cocteau

Certificate - Royal Photographic Society
A certificate awarded to Heinz Zinram, conferring upon him Fellowship of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain - 11th November 1946

Yvon Petra playing tennis
Yvon Petra (1916-1984), French tennis player, winning the Mens Singles World Championship in 1946 at Wimbledon. He defeated the Australian Geoffrey Brown in the finals

Mikhail Kalinin
MIKHAIL IVANOVICH KALININ Russian statesman, cofounder of Pravda, held many senior posts in Soviet government

Hg Wells / Anon Photo
HERBERT GEORGE WELLS writer, historian

H G Wells, English writer
Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), English writer, best known for his science fiction books. He also wrote contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary

The star of the first heat of the Ladies 220 yds. championship race at New Brighton Baths. Left to right:- H.M Yate (Port of Portsmouth S.C), D. Hutton (Border City S.C.), E.M.H Deane (Gt)

Boys on rafts and tin-bath boats. Circa 1946

Brtitish Army soldiers of the Royal Engineers undertake a bomb disposal at St James Park, London Picture shows: Sappers excavating the land for the 1000 lb bomb believed to be embedded between 20 to

The Magnetron Valve by G. H. Davis
A set of diagrams demonstrating what a magnetron valve is, and why it is of such importance to radar. The magnetron valve was used in the Second World War to give Allied forces superior radars,

Army Education Exhibition at Eltham Palace: inspecting a German miners dress uniform in the section " Germany Under Control". Date: 1946

The Army Education Corps centenary dinner a in the banqueting hall at Eltham Palace Date: 1946

Lord Brabazon of Tara and Marshal of the RAF, Lord Tedde?
Lord Brabazon of Tara and Marshal of the RAF, Lord Tedder conversing at the Royal Aeronautical Society?s 80th anniversary dinner at Guildhall, London, on 11 January 1946

American Roadside Gas Station and Barbershop
American Roadside Gas Station, Hardings United Purity Stores and Barbershop Date: 1946

Allied Military Leaders receive Legion of Honour Grand Croix
Allied Military Leaders - WWII era. General Gamelin, Commander-in-chief of the Allied Armies; General Sir Edmund Ironside, Chief of the British Imperial General Staff; General Viscount Gort

Charles William Anderson Scott AFC (1903-1946)
Charles William Anderson Scott, AFC, 1903-1946, left, and Tom Campbell Black, 1899-1936, winners of the MacRobertson Air Race, London to Melbourne race, in 1934

A tent at Heathrow Airport in May 1946. Date: 1946

Queen launches the ship that bore her name
In September 1938 HM the Queen launched the ship that bore her name. In October 1946 the Queen returned to the Clyde. She accompanied the vessel during the speed trials off the Isle of Arran

MASSINE, Lenide (1896-1979); FALLA, Manuel de (1876-1946). Russian dance and choreographer.; Spanish composer and pianist

East Looe Cornwall
The harbour at East Looe, Cornwall

Cricketer, Patterson
W.H. Patterson Cricketer - Kent

Filming / Riverside Studio
The technical crew and a number of on-lookers gather as Daybreak (released in 1946) is filmed at Riverside Studios, London. This scene is set in a London street

Tripoli sunset Mina 1946 Lebanon
Tripoli, sunset from the Mina. 1946, Lebanon, Tripoli

Clothing : Women : Stockings : The old ladies of the hosiery trade met the young ladies with the " hosiery legs" at Hinckley, Leics. during the weekend

Still Life with Lute, 1946 (oil on canvas)
656412 Still Life with Lute, 1946 (oil on canvas) by Filla, Emil (1882-1953); 97x130 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Still Life with Lute. Emil Filla (1882-1953). Oil on canvas

Polly's Clown, 1946 (oil on canvasboard)
651156 Polly's Clown, 1946 (oil on canvasboard) by Shinn, Everett (1876-1953); 40.2x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Polly's Clown. Everett Shinn (1876-1953). Oil on canvasboard

Baby Carrier (tihkinakan), c.1835 (mixed media)
PEM216355 Baby Carrier (tihkinakan), c.1835 (mixed media) by American School, (19th century); h: 79 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: made from wood, cloth, beads)

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"1946: A Year of Rebuilding, Discoveries, and Dreams" HMS Worcester, Greenhithe, Kent: The majestic naval training ship stands tall as a symbol of resilience and hope in post-war Britain. Greenway House, Devon, 1946: Agatha Christie's beloved holiday home reopens its doors to welcome visitors after the war years. GWR Publicity Poster, London, 1946: Vibrant colors burst from this iconic poster showcasing the beauty of British landscapes and encouraging travel across the nation. High Street, Hawick, Roxburghshire: Bustling with activity once again as shops reopen their doors and locals embrace a sense of normalcy after years of wartime restrictions. Advertisement for Cote d'Azur, South of France: Sun-soaked beaches beckon weary souls to indulge in well-deserved relaxation amidst the picturesque French Riviera. Tea Rose by David Wright: Delicate petals unfurl in this exquisite artwork capturing nature's beauty while offering solace during challenging times. John Maynard Keynes: The influential economist's ideas shape post-war economic policies as nations strive to rebuild shattered economies and create stability for all. Stevenage New Town: An ambitious project takes flight as new communities emerge from the ashes; Stevenage becomes a beacon of modern urban planning and progress. London GWR Poster 1946: Amidst bustling city streets lies an enchanting invitation to explore London's rich history and vibrant culture through this captivating poster display. The Coventry Climax Engines ET199 - Revolutionizing industries with innovation; these British-produced forklift trucks pave the way for efficient logistics worldwide. Advertisement for Provence France - Lavender fields stretch endlessly under clear blue skies inviting travelers on a sensory journey through idyllic Provence countryside. de Havilland Mosquito NF38 night fighter VT653.