1924 Collection (page 7)

Abbey Gate, Cirencester, August 1924
A GWR Publicity view of the Norman Arch in Abbey Grounds Park, Cirencester, Gloucestershire in August 1924. The Norman Arch is the oldest building in Cirencester

Abbey Park, Cirencester, August 1924
A GWR Publicity view of the Norman Arch in Abbey Grounds Park, Cirencester, Gloucestershire in August 1924. The walls of the 12th century arch are covered in ivy

Cirencester, Gloucestershire, August 1924
A GWR Publicity view of the parish church, St John Baptist, near the site of the abbey in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, August 1924

Windsor Castle (interior), 1924
A GWR Publicity view of an interior at Windsor Castle in 1924. The shot is taken from one end of a long gallery with medieval knight armour and heraldry adorning the walls

Penzance Promenade, 1924
A GWR Publicity view of the promenade at Penzance, Cornwall in 1924 before the lido was built. A few small boats are moored up in the bay. St Marys Church can be seen in the distance

Tetbury, August 1924
View looking south up towards the Gumstool Hill area of the town. Three young children play on the side of Cirencester Road

Minchinhampton, August 1924
Two horses pull at cart at an unknown location in Minchinhampton

Bourton-on-the-Water, August 1924
View of cattle at an unknown location along the River Windrush. A farmer with a horse and cart herds the cows along

Dennis Neilson-Terry and Mary Glynne in a new play, The Honourable Mr Tawnish, based on the novel by Jeffery Farnol, at the Shakespeare Theatre, Liverpool. 1924

Lands End, Cornwall, February 1924
View of the cliffs at Lands End, Cornwall in February, 1924. It is a clear day and the sea is crashing onto the rocks

Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, 1924
A view of Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, 1924. Taken from Cliff Road by Castle Beach the fortifications are clear to see and unobscured by tree growth

Falmouth, Cornwall, 1924
A view of the town of Falmouth from Flushing in the sunshine, 1924. Across the harbour and the Penryn River there are a number of small boats, yachts and fishing vessels

Flushing, Cornwall, 1924
A view of the picturesque village of Flushing, Cornwall across the Penryn River from Falmouth in 1924. There are small rowing and sailing boats out on the water

Burma Pavilion, British Empire Exhibition, Wembley. Date: 1924

Thorpe Cloud, Dovedale, Peak District, Derbyshire
Thorpe Cloud and stepping stones, Dovedale, Peak District, Derbyshire. Date: 1924

British Empire Exhibition - Wembley - Sarawak Pavilion
British Empire Exhibition - Wembley - Sarawak (Malaysia) Pavilion. Date: 1924

Interior - Government Pavilion - British Empire Exhibition
Interior of the Government Pavilion - British Empire Exhibition, Wembley, London, England. Date: 1924

Castle Rock near Lynmouth, Devon, 1924
A view of Castle Rock at the Valley of Rocks near Lynmouth in North Devon. This photograph was taken around 1924 to encourage tourism on Exmoor

Lynmouth Pier, North Devon, 1924
A view of the quayside at Lynmouth on the coast of Devon in 1924, with sailing or fishing boats off the side of the pier

Lynmouth Harbour, Devon, 1924
A view of Lynmouth Harbour on the North Devon coast in 1924. Small sailing and fishing boats are moored up on the harbour wall

Old Cottages at Lynmouth, Devon, 1924
A view of old cottages on Riverside Road & Lynmouth Street overlooking the East Lyn River and Lynmouth harbour in north Devon, 1924. The Rising Sun Inn can be seen with a man in a cap sitting outside

Cherry Lyn Falls near Lynton, Exmoor, 1924
A view of Cherry Lyn Falls near Lynton on Exmoor, North Devon, taken in 1924. The approach to Lynton and Lynmouth from the West Lyn

Devil's Cheese Ring, Lynton, 1924
A view of a rock formation known as the Devil's Cheese Ring, at Lynton on the North Devon coast, taken in 1924. The rocks are thought to look like a stack of wheels of cheese

Valley of Rocks near Lynton in Devon, 1924
A view of the Valley of Rocks near Lynton in North Devon, 1924. This U shaped valley on the north Exmoor coast has been popular with walkers for over 100 years

Lynton & Lynmouth, North Devon, 1924
A view of the town of Lynton & Lynmouth on the edge of Exmoor in North Devon, taken in 1924. A number of sailing vessels are in the harbour

Treen Castle Rocks near Porthcurno, Cornwall, 1924
A view of Logan's Rock otherwise known as Treen Castle Rocks near Porthcurno at the south western tip of Cornwall, taken in 1924

Advert for Lister's Knitting Wools Date: 1924

Advert for Spunella de Vogue washing silk. Date: 1924

St. Giles Fair, Oxford in 1924 Date: 1924

The Jack and Jill ride at the British Empire Exhibition in Wembley London in 1924

British Empire Exhibition in Wembley, London in 1924

Zulu at the British Empire Exhibition, Wembley, London in 1924

Zulus at the British Empire Exhibition in Wembley, London 1924-5

Dwygylchi Glen, Penmaenmawr, Wales - Judges real photo postcard 1924 Date: 1924

Record Player Advert
Full page advertisement for Victrola record players Date: 1924

Weighing Baby - Illustration of a mother at a clinic having her baby weighed by the doctor. Artist: Anon. Date: 1924

Sick Visiting - Illustration of a scene depicting a lady at the bedside of a sick elderly woman, with the nurse in attendance. Artist: Anon. Date: 1924

Sewing Buttons - Illustration of a lady sewing buttons onto a coat. Artist: ? Webb. Date: 1924

Meeting the Parents - Young couple in evening wear meeting the parents. Artist: Hermann Pfeifer. Date: 1924

Admiring Bread - Two ladies in the kitchen admiring two freshly baked loaves of bread. Artist: Anon. Date: 1924

Street Fight - Illustration of a woman intervening to stop a street fight. Date: 1924

Embroidered Dresses - Illustration of two elegant ladies modelling embroidered dresses. Date: 1924

Girl in Green - Colour illustration of of an attractive young girl modelling a green blouse and skirt. Date: 1924

Ladies Outfits - Delineator January 1924 Date: 1924

Ladies Dresses - Delineator January 1924 Date: 1924

The Bunnies spot the wrens nest Date: 1924

The Bunnies with party Invitations Date: 1924

The Bunnies return home after their accident Date: 1924

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In the year 1924, history witnessed remarkable feats and significant events that left an indelible mark on the world. Mallory and Irvine's daring attempt at conquering Everest's treacherous Second Step captivated hearts worldwide, showcasing human resilience in the face of nature's might. Meanwhile, Eric Liddell sprinted towards glory in the Olympic 400m race finish, his unwavering determination inspiring generations to come. The brave men of the 1924 Everest Expedition united under a common goal - to conquer the unconquerable. Led by Colonel Norton, they defied all odds as they ascended to unprecedented heights of 28, 000 ft on Everest. Their unwavering spirit mirrored that of their compatriots defending the Empire - British Army, Navy, and Airforce - who stood tall against any threat. Amidst these triumphs and challenges emerged other notable figures like Harold Abrahams, whose lightning-fast speed earned him victory in the 100m race at the 1924 Olympics. Across continents, Vladimir Ilyich Lenin made waves as a Russian statesman shaping history with his ideologies. Beyond sports and politics lay captivating stories such as those of The Dolly Sisters from New York who dazzled audiences with their charm and talent. And let us not forget about HMS Hood –the last battlecruiser built for Royal Navy– symbolizing strength and power on international waters. As society embraced progress during this era marked by change and innovation; a poster advertising the British Empire Exhibition held in 1924 showcased unity within diversity across nations under one grand spectacle. Through photographs capturing moments frozen in time like Lenin alongside anonymous faces or Trotsky standing resolute; we are reminded that every chapter has its heroes – known or unknown – who shape our collective memory. In retrospect, it is through these diverse narratives woven together that we gain insight into what defined this transformative year: courage amidst adversity; triumphs that transcended borders; and the relentless pursuit of greatness.