1938 Collection (#11)

Ouarzazate, Morocco - the Kasbah Taourirt Date: 1938

RAF Hawker Super Fury Aircraft Date: 1930s

Parachute jump from aircraft Date: 1938

Simply Simon Cartoon Strip by Iris Chick in Tail-Wagger-Magazine. Date: 1938

Happy Family gift card - Scottie dog in tartan coat Date: 1938

Curtiss SOC-4 Seagull
United States Coast Guard - Curtiss SOC-4 Seagull, (one of three delivered in 1938) Date: circa 1939

Curtiss SOC-1 Seagull 9856
United States Navy - Curtiss SOC-1 Seagull 9856 Date: circa 1938

The Birth of the Year, Evelyn Spice film
Zoo shots from the film The Birth of the Year, dealing with young life, directed by Evelyn Spice, produced by Stuart Legg, from Strand Films, an English documentary film company

Shop assistant shows garments for inspection, London
Clothing retailer in Canning Town, London. Boy shop assistant holds up garments outside shop for inspection. Date: 1938

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Johnny get your gun
The Caption is Johnny get your gun! Mabel Lucie is perhaps unwittingly relating this card to the anti-war novel Johnny got his gun published in 1938 in which a soldier loses all his limbs in

Lord Plender, head of the world-famous firm of chartered accountants, and Lady Plender, daughter of Mr. Peter George Laurie, taking in the sun and air at Monte Carlo. Date: 1938

Cricket Team Photograph - The Cotswold Hunt XI which beat the Beaufort Hunt in a match at Stowell Park, Cheltenham by 77 runs

Butterflies and Apple Blossom
Watercolour painting of butterflies amongst red escallonia apple blossom. Artist: Katharine Cameron Date: circa 1938

Sir John Lavery at his easel in Palm Springs, painting Doris Delavigne, Lady Castlerosse, who is seated on a diving board. Date: 1938

Photograph of Windsor Castle PH, Islington (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Wheatsheaf PH, Enfield, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Turpins Cave PH, High Beech, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Thatched House PH, Leytonstone, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Stags Head PH, Camden Town, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Seven Kings Hotel, Seven Kings, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Richmond Arms, Walworth, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Red Lion PH, Enfield Highway, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Princess Alice PH, Canning Town, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Nags Head PH, Merton (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1929

Photograph of Mitre PH, Kings Cross, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Nothing for the Mitre

Photograph of Marlborough Arms, Old Kent Road, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Lord Clyde PH, Camberwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1929

Photograph of Harrows Inn, North Benfleet, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Hallsville Tavern, Canning Town, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Greyhound PH, Chadwell Heath, Greater London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of General Havelock PH, Hornsey, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Dog & Partridge PH, Stifford, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Colour left face on view of the pub

Photograph of Brookfield PH, Highgate, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1929

Photograph of British Pilot PH, All Hallows on Sea, Dorset. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

Hockey at Cardiff Arms Park. England win against Wales by 5 goals to nil. Date: 1938

Cardiff Arms Park during rugby match between Wales and England to start the season. A convincing win for Wales. Haydn Tanner has the ball. Date: 1938

John and Benita Armstrong with Charles & Elsa Laughton 1938

Gifts - two Model Cars
The Royal Visit to France: Preparations, Gifts, and a Rehearsal. Date: 1938

A member of the Wardens Service fitting a gas mask
Shorlty after the Munich Agreement, a member of the Wardens Service (and his assistant - far right) - not yet issued with their uniforms - fit gas masks in the living room of a family in Sunderland

The Pilgrim Fathers embarking at Plymouth by A. R. Thomson, one of a number of murals exhibited in the Octagon Hall at Burlington House during the Royal Academy exhibition of 1938. Date: 1938

Music cover, Oh! Ma-Ma! (The Butcher Boy), by Rudy Vallee and Paolo Citorello. 1938

Music cover, Change Partners, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers
Music cover, Change Partners, featuring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, lyrics and music by Irving Berlin from the film Carefree. 1938

Music cover, A-Tisket A-Tasket, Ella Fitzgerald
Music cover, A-Tisket A-Tasket, words and music by Ella Fitzgerald and Al Feldman. 1938

Duke of Marlborough dressed as his ancestor
John Albert William Spencer-Churchill, 10th Duke of Marlborough, (1897 - 1972), dressed as his ancestor, John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, the victor at the Battle of Blenheim. Date: 1938

Frances Day in The Fleets Lit Up at the London Hippodrome
Frances Day riding a horse as Polly Brown in the musical comedy, The Fleets Lit Up at the London Hippodrome in 1938. The Sketch writes, " she gives her usual delightful, elusive

Lady Pamela Berry, formerly Smith (1915 - 1982), younger daughter of the 1st earl of Birkenhead. In 1936 she married Hon. William Michael Berry, Baron Hartwell

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"1938: A Year of Triumphs, Tragedies, and Timeless Art" In the midst of a world on the brink of change, 1938 witnessed remarkable events that would shape history. From the grandeur of the Welsh Guards poster proudly displaying their valor to Nelson meticulously outlining his battle plans for Trafalgar in 1805, echoes of heroism resounded throughout time. Amidst this backdrop, the Tower Ballroom in Blackpool became a hub of joyous celebration where dancers twirled under sparkling chandeliers. Meanwhile, David Jagger's poignant painting depicted a Jewish refugee from Vienna, capturing both despair and resilience during turbulent times. The world of arts also saw extraordinary talent emerge as Margot Fonteyn and Rudolph Nureyev graced stages with their ethereal performances. Their graceful movements transcended boundaries and brought solace to troubled souls. Scientific achievements soared high as well when the 200-inch observatory at Palomar unlocked secrets hidden within celestial realms. Gazing through its lenses allowed humanity to glimpse into distant galaxies and ponder our place in this vast universe. On two wheels, adventure beckoned with the sleek design of the 1938 Scott Flying Squirrel motorcycle roaring down open roads. Speed enthusiasts reveled alongside legendary racer Tazio Nuvolari as he conquered tracks astride his D Type Auto-Union. Sportsmanship reached new heights during Tour de France Bartali's triumphs on treacherous terrains - an embodiment of determination amidst adversity. In skies above us all soared passenger planes like Imperial Airlines' majestic aircraft carrying dreams across continents. Political landscapes shifted too; Mustapha Kemal Ataturk led Turkey towards modernization while leaving an indelible mark on its people's hearts forevermore. Even amidst chaos and uncertainty, beauty found its way into everyday life - Guerlain Mitsouko perfume advertisement tantalized senses, evoking elegance and sophistication.