1940s Collection (#94)

Time to mount up - August 1944
" I m sure this horse is growing taller" - Farmer, with one foot in the stirrup, seems to be having a little difficulty getting on to his horse

Portrait of a young woman - August 1944
Lady with contemporary hair and makeup George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. N23498

Chrysler Town & Country Sedan (Woodie), 1948, Grey
Chrysler Town & Country Sedan (Woodie) 1948 Grey

Bentley Teardrop Sedanca, 1948, Grey
Bentley Teardrop Sedanca 1948 Grey

Maserati 4CLT-48 1. 5 litre Supercharged GP Monoposto, 1948, Red
Maserati 4CLT-48 1.5 litre Supercharged GP Monoposto 1948 Red

Buick Eight, 1941, Beige
Buick Eight 1941 Beige

Broadcasting Artificials on Kale in Lodsworth District - July 1944
Farmer spreading fertilizer by hand. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23448

Feeding the sheep - July 1944
Farmer with a sack of feed surrounded by a flock of sheep. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23348

The old and the new - July 1944
Man on International Standard tractor ploughing a field stops to talk to farmer riding a horse. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23347

NaFI Group No. 3 Camp - about 1944
Group shot of Navy Army & Air Force Institute girls George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23280

Herbage Seed Production - about 1944
Operatives watched by several farmers. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23238

Agricultural Cottages at Balls Cross - June 1944
Row of new brick and tile-hung cottages ready for occupation George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23228

A novel Cart Lodge - February 1944
Several farm machines parked under a rudimentary roof supported by trees. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23221

Cowfold Young Farmers Club - May 1944
Group testing sewage sludge against farmyard manure - May 1944 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23211

Agri-Lime Spreading Service - May 1944
Dodge truck demonstrating the distribution of lime at the Loxwood Show. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23185

Portrait of a young lady - 15 May 1944
Three quarter portrait of a young woman George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23172 - girl

Sutton Womens Institute - May 1944
Group portrait including one little girl and a dog. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23138

9th US Army Air Corps - April 1944
4 members of the Corps George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N23079

Wedding Guests - May 1943
Three girls dressed for the wedding, all wearing hats and corsages. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22926

Portrait of a young child - 10 Feb 1944
Little boy in coat and leggings stands by a table George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22890

Portrait of a baby - 21 Jan 1944
Infant lying in a Moses basket George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22825

Portrait of two children - December 1943
Baby in perambulator with young boy alongside standing in his model car. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22797

Portrait of a little girl - about 1943
Child standing by a stool with a toy duck George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22777

Portrait of a woman in furs - 19 Jan 1944
Young woman in suit with fur trim, fur muff and fur hat. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22781

Portrait of a young Girl Guide - 1 December 1943
Child in uniform stands by a window George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22676

Portrait of a young woman with her dog - 27 November 1943
Girl in smart hat and coat stands holding the front paws of her dog who sits on a table - both looking at the photographer. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22640

Portrait of a Child - 17 November 1943
Young girl stands by a window, clutching her teddybear. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22635

Cottage Construction at Balls Cross, Petworth R. D. C. - about 1943
Partially built row of brick cottages with wooden scaffolding. Piles of tiles and bricks await the next phase. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22494

Wedding Group - about June 1943
Bride in smart dress and hat, Groom and Best Man in Royal Artillery uniform, with family and friends, one lady in ATS uniform. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No

A big family - June 1943
Mother, father and nine children - seven girls, one boy and a baby - smile for the camera. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22253

Storrington Rogation Service & Procession - June 1943
Gentleman addressing a crowd from the top of the wall by the church. Procession includes military personnel and civilians, led by Pipe Band wearing kilts

Bottle feeding a kitten - 1943
A little girl holds a kitten whilst her older sister feeds it George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22115

Ready for school - April 1943
Boy in school uniform with blazer and cap George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22070

Portrait of an Air gunner - Christmas 1942
Head and shoulder study of a young Flight Sergeant in the RAF Volunteer Reserve George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21917

Schoolgirl - Christmas 1942
Head and shoulder study of a young girl in school uniform George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21916

Children reading Churchill Letter - about 1942
Five children sit on the front door step reading a letter together. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21496

Petworth Observer Corps at Post - May 1942
Nineteen men in an assortment of uniforms, caps, hats and coats, stand in front of a brick and stone wall. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21490

Fun in the sun - about 1942
Little boy and his teddy play amongst the daffodils George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21473

Royal Montreal Regiment Officers - about April 1942
Head and shoulder view of three men in uniform George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21412

A winter wedding - about 1941
Wedding group stand in front of the church porch George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21261

Golden Wedding - February 1942
Husband and wife stand smiling by the front gate of their house. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21253

Portrait of a mother and child - December 1941
Seated woman with her son kneeling alongside. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21143

Evacuees - December 1941
Two young boys in school uniform. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21052

Portrait of a young girl - about 1941
George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21090

Wedding Group - October 1941
4 bridesmaids (with somewhat unusual hats) stand round the wedding cake with the bride, groom and best man George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N20897

Sisters - September 1941
Three siblings in their wedding finery George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N20881

The In-Laws - August 1941
Two couples in their best clothes - probably parents of the bride and groom. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N20862

Wartime Wedding Group - August 1941
Bride, Groom, Best Man, and family members, three of the men in military uniform George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N20785

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Step back in time to the 1940s, a decade filled with resilience, creativity, and historical significance. In Holland House library after an air raid BB83_04456, the aftermath of war is evident as books lay scattered amidst the destruction. Swindon Works Map from the c. 1940s showcases the industrial prowess that fueled wartime efforts. A powerful image captures Red Army soldiers raising the Soviet flag over the Reichstag in Berlin on April 30, 1945. Vladimir Grebnev's photograph immortalizes this triumphant moment in history. The poster for Weston-super-Mare transports us to a seaside town post-war, enticing visitors with promises of sun-soaked relaxation and rejuvenation between 1948-1965. Toby Twirl Adventures takes young readers on thrilling journeys through enchanting tales set in 1940s UK. These children's stories captivate imaginations and provide an escape from reality. Kind Hearts And Coronets entertains audiences with its dark humor and captivating storyline during this era. This British film remains a classic even today. Whisky Galore. Entices viewers with its UK quad poster showcasing mischief and adventure surrounding whiskey shortages during World War II – a lighthearted take on challenging times. Orson Welles mesmerizes as Harry Lime in The Third Man – his enigmatic portrayal leaves audiences spellbound while exploring post-war Vienna's shadows. Brighton Rock (1947) UK One Sheet immerses viewers into a gripping crime drama set against Brighton's backdrop – capturing both gritty realism and atmospheric charm simultaneously. Bomb damage in Brampton Road reminds us of the devastating impact of war on local communities across Britain during WW2 - scars that would heal but never be forgotten by those who lived through it. "Tittle Tattle Lost the Battle" warns against careless talk during World War II - highlighting how loose lips can jeopardize national security and endanger lives when secrets are at stake.