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1936 Collection (#11)

"1936: A Year of Iconic Moments and Cultural Shifts" Step back in time to 1936, a year filled with significant events that shaped history

Background image1936 Collection: RMS Queen Mary reaches open anchorage off Greenock

RMS Queen Mary reaches open anchorage off Greenock
RMS Queen Mary reached open anchorage off Greenock four hours after leaving the fitting-out basin Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: RMS Queen Mary bathed in floodlight before launch

RMS Queen Mary bathed in floodlight before launch Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: RMS Queen Mary awaiting launch

RMS Queen Mary awaiting launch Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Launch of RMS Queen Mary, Clydebank

Launch of RMS Queen Mary, Clydebank
The elaborate launching of RMS Queen Mary at Clydebank functioned perfectly Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: RMS Queen Mary, telephone engineer prior to launch

RMS Queen Mary, telephone engineer prior to launch
Telephone engineer working on RMS Queen Mary prior to launch Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Shipyard workers cheering King Edward VIII in Glasgow

Shipyard workers cheering King Edward VIII in Glasgow
Shipyard workers cheering King Edward VIII on his visit to inspect the RMS Queen Mary in Glasgow Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: RMS Queen Mary with seven tugs, River Clyde

RMS Queen Mary with seven tugs, River Clyde
Seven tugs helping to steer RMS Queen Mary down the River Clyde Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: King Edward VIII visiting RMS Queen Mary at Glasgow

King Edward VIII visiting RMS Queen Mary at Glasgow Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: RMS Mauretania, transatlantic liner, at Southampton

RMS Mauretania, transatlantic liner, at Southampton
RMS Mauretania, transatlantic liner, being painted at Southampton Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Ships in the Corinth Canal

Ships in the Corinth Canal Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Archibald Russell, Finnish square-rigger ship

Archibald Russell, Finnish square-rigger ship
Going aloft on board the Archibald Russell, Finnish square-rigger ship Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Monarch of Bermuda, Furness Withy liner

Monarch of Bermuda, Furness Withy liner Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Normandie, French transatlantic liner

Normandie, French transatlantic liner Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Empress of Britain, Canadian Pacific liner

Empress of Britain, Canadian Pacific liner
Canadian Pacific Liner, Empress of Britain in floodlight Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Advert for Mothaks

Advert for Mothaks - Meet the Moth Menace with Mothaks, save your clothes from ruin Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Waving not Drowning, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson

Waving not Drowning, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Treacle on Tap, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson

Treacle on Tap, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Towed by a swan, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson

Towed by a swan, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Stool Leap Frog, Henry cartoon

Stool Leap Frog, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Piano Slide, Henry cartoon

Piano Slide, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: On Ice, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson

On Ice, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Masking the Medicine, Henry cartoon

Masking the Medicine, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Making a Monkey of Him, Henry cartoon

Making a Monkey of Him, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Stealing wool to Fly a Kite, Henry cartoon

Stealing wool to Fly a Kite, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Sailing with a top hat, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson

Sailing with a top hat, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson
Sailing wih a hot hat, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Roller skating with goat propulsion, Henry cartoon

Roller skating with goat propulsion, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Swatting a fly, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson

Swatting a fly, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Henry cartoon, Cone Envy, by Carl Anderson

Henry cartoon, Cone Envy, by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Henry cartoon, Catapulting Flies, by Carl Anderson

Henry cartoon, Catapulting Flies, by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Henry cartoon, boy takes a ride, by Carl Anderson

Henry cartoon, boy takes a ride, by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Henry cartoon, A Hot Tip, by Carl Anderson

Henry cartoon, A Hot Tip, by Carl Anderson
A Hot Tip, Henry cartoon drawn by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Advertisement for women's undergarments. Date: 1936

Advertisement for women's undergarments. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Music cover, The Touch of Your Lips, Hildegarde

Music cover, The Touch of Your Lips, Hildegarde
Music cover, The Touch of Your Lips, by Ray Noble, featured, broadcast and recorded by Hildegarde. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Music cover, Take My Heart, Ruth Etting

Music cover, Take My Heart, Ruth Etting
Music cover, Take My Heart, words by Joe Young, music by Fred E Ahlert, sung by Ruth Etting, America's Sweetheart of the Air. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Music cover, Little Lady Make Believe, Brian Lawrance

Music cover, Little Lady Make Believe, Brian Lawrance
Music cover, Little Lady Make Believe, lyrics by Charlie Tobias, music by Nat Simon, featured and broadcast by Brian Lawrance and his Lansdowne House Sextet. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Poster, Lake Garda, Riva Torbole, Italy

Poster, Lake Garda, Riva Torbole, Italy
Poster, Lake Garda, Riva, Torbole, Italy Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Poster, NGI, Navigazione Generale Italiana

Poster, NGI, Navigazione Generale Italiana Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Miles M. 3A Falcon Major G-AEEG

Miles M. 3A Falcon Major G-AEEG
Miles M.3A Falcon Major G-AEEG (msn 216), at Coventry - Baginton Airport in August 1965. Built and test-flown as U-20. To Sweden October 1936 as SE-AFN. Later returned to UK and again became G-AEEG

Background image1936 Collection: Moscow, Russia - Arbat Square

Moscow, Russia - Arbat Square. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Poster, Brooklands Motor Course, Weybridge, Surrey, The British Mountain Handicap

Poster, Brooklands Motor Course, Weybridge, Surrey, The British Mountain Handicap, Britain's Richest Car Race, Easter Monday, 13 April 1936. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: IAE President, 1935-36, Albert John Woodgate Hancock

IAE President, 1935-36, Albert John Woodgate Hancock. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Elisabeth Welch

Elisabeth Welch (1904-2003) African American singer & actress who settled in London in 1933. Popular star of British musical theatre, films, television & radio from the 1930s to the 1990s. Date: 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Poster, The Pessimist, Spanish Civil War

Poster, The Pessimist, Spanish Civil War, design by Ramon Puyol Roman. 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Poster, The Spy, Spanish Civil War

Poster, The Spy, Spanish Civil War, design by Ramon Puyol Roman. 1936

Background image1936 Collection: Spanish Civil War poster, For the brothers on the front

Spanish Civil War poster, For the brothers on the front
Spanish Civil War poster in Catalan, For the brothers on the front -- Women! Work. PSU, UGT. Designed by Carles Fontsere. 1936

Background image1936 Collection: King George V, lying-in-state at Sandringham

King George V, lying-in-state at Sandringham
The late King George V lying-in-state in the little grey-stoned church of St. Mary Magdalene at Sandringham, guarded by gamekeepers and foresters of the Royal estate

Background image1936 Collection: Spain. Civil War. Militia men

Spain. Civil War. Militia men
Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Campaign for the defense of Madrid (autumn 1936). Bataillon of women's militia. Engraving

Background image1936 Collection: Spain. Civil War. Demonstration in Madrid

Spain. Civil War. Demonstration in Madrid calling to mobilization against the milutary uprising (July 1936). SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. Salamanca. Archivo Hist󲩣o Nacional




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"1936: A Year of Iconic Moments and Cultural Shifts" Step back in time to 1936, a year filled with significant events that shaped history. From captivating posters to groundbreaking films, let's explore the highlights of this remarkable era. Transport yourself through the Night Mail as you witness the power and beauty of communication depicted in an enchanting poster. Meanwhile, Haile Selassie and Ils 1936 capture our attention, reminding us of their influential roles during this period. The cover of Christie Poirot takes us on a thrilling journey into the world of mystery and intrigue. Join Charlie Chaplin and Paulette Goddard in Modern Times as they captivate audiences with their unforgettable final scene from this timeless film. Amidst political tensions, the German battleship Scharnhorst looms large on the horizon, symbolizing a turbulent era. On another note, Charles Lucky Luciano's photograph by the New York City Police Department offers a glimpse into America's underworld during these tumultuous times. Sports enthusiasts will be delighted to discover Dulwich Hamlet FC football team from 1936 – showcasing talent and camaraderie within sports communities. In contrast, Empire flying boat represents technological advancements that revolutionized travel across vast distances. Science fiction lovers can immerse themselves in Astounding Stories magazine cover featuring Shadow out of Time – transporting readers to otherworldly realms beyond imagination. Ota Chou's colorful drawing portrays women stargazers engaging with astronomy in Japan during this period. For those seeking sustenance amidst bustling city life, Quick Lunch and Snack Bar at Paddington Station provided solace for hungry travelers passing through London in 1936.