1942 Collection (page 3)

Short S-29 Stirling B-1
An RAF Short Stirling Heavy Bomber with Pilot, Air & Ground Crew. it Has a Top Speed of 280Mph, a Loaded Weight of 70, 000Lb, a Wingpan of 99 Feet and a Length of 87 Feet 3 Inches Date: 1942

WW2 - British infantryman in desert fatigues
Photograph of a British infantryman in desert fatigues advancing with fixed-bayonet and a shell bursting in background, El Alamein, 1942

Consolidated PBY-5 seen clad in drab 1942 livery Catalinas flown by the US Navy and RAFs Coastal Command helped defeat the U-Boat threat across the Atlantic

Blackburn Firebrand TF IV first flown in February 1942 opened a whole saga of problems, with the first production aircraft not being available until long after wars end

New German incendiary bomb by G. H. Davis
Details of the new German explosive incendiary bomb produced during the Second World War. Explanatory drawings showing how the bomb is constructed, and the proper methods of tackling it. Date: 1942

Map of the war in North Africa by G. H. Davis
The war in North Africa: a strategic contour map of the desert arena during the Second World War. Conflict began there in September 1940. Date: 1942

Nancy Lancaster and Clementine Churchill
Outside the new Churchill Hospital of the American Hospital in Britain, opened at Oxford: Mrs Ronald Tree (Nancy Lancaster, the influential interior decorator), Professor Phillip D Wilson

WASHINGTON D. C. 1942. A group of young dancers at the Frederick Douglass housing
WASHINGTON D.C. 1942. A group of young dancers at the Frederick Douglass housing project in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington D.C. Photograph by Gordon Parks, July 1942

Three women chippers working in a shipbuilding shipyard, 1942

Battle of Stalingrad - Aerial view of fuel stores on fire. The Battle of Stalingrad between Germany and the Soviet Union lasted from 17 July 1942 until 2 February 1943

The Commanding Officer and other crew of the submarine H. M. S. Seraph. Circa 1942
The Commanding Officer and other crew of the submarine H.M.S. Seraph. Circa 1942

WW2 - 25 pdr gun in action
Photograph of 25 pdr gun in action. One of 48 photographs collected by Maj M Budd, Royal Artillery, 1942-1952. Associated with World War Two (1939-1945). Date: circa 1860

Portsmouth (exact location unknown). The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Doolittle & his Tokyo Raiders, 1942 Date: 1942

British six-pounder gun by G. H. Davis
The British six-pounder gun: explanatory drawings. It was an efficient field and anti-tank gun of high velocity, used for example against Rommels German army in the desert, Second World War

Duties of a large bombers crew by G. H. Davis
The duties of a large bombers crew of seven during the Second World War. Every man has a special task allotted to him. Showing a 27-ton heavy bomber over its target in Germany. Date: 1942

King George VI at his desk in naval uniform, 1942
King George VI (1895 - 1952), pictured writing at his desk in Buckingham Palace wearing naval uniform in May 1942. An exclusive photographic sitting specially granted to the Illustrated London News

NYC: PENN STATION, 1942. Passengers waiting for their train at Penn Station in New York City. Photograph by Marjory Collins, 1942

GERTRUDE STEIN (1874-1946). American writer. Oil over a photograph, 1942

British recruitment poster, 1942, for women bus and tram conductors to replace men fighting in World War II
WWII: WOMEN WORKERS, 1942. British recruitment poster, 1942, for women bus and tram conductors to replace men fighting in World War II

NFS (London Region) ordinary fire in Islington, WW2
A fire in a shop and dwelling in Liverpool Street, Islington, North London. Despite the lull in enemy bombing, ordinary fires were still commonplace and some were of a serious nature

Firefighters attempt to right a fallen cart, WW2
Firefighters attempt to right a fallen cart in Clerkenwell Close

German WWII ramjet bomber blueprint. This design, for a propulsor ramjet engine mounted on top of a Dornier Do 217 E-2 heavy bomber, dates from 1942

David Wright
LANCE-BOMBARDIER DAVID WRIGHT Illustrator and artist, photographed for the Sketch during his time with the Royal Artillery in 1942

INCOME TAX 1940 / 1
A letter asking for income tax to be paid

German Foot Soldier
A German foot-soldier on the attack

Stalingrad Soldiers
Red Army soldies lie in wait amongst the ruins

Ruined Stalingrad
The ruins of the city, after its liberation. A sculpture of dancing children survives, though battered, like Stalingrad itself

Stalingrad Street Fight
Through a narrow slit, the photographer catches a momentary glimpse of the street fighting which characterises the battle for the city

Meditation, c. 1942 (gouache on newsprint on board)
987589 Meditation, c.1942 (gouache on newsprint on board) by Ramos Martinez, Alfredo (1871-1946); 57.8x43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Meditation; Meditacion)

Photograph of Brockwell Park Tavern, Herne Hill, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

North Market Street, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii, USA. Date: 1942

Postcard booklet, The Alamo, San Antonio, Texas, USA -- under six flags. 1942

Douglas DC-3S N1R (msn 4129) of the BROOKLYN DODGERS (Brooklyn National League Baseball Club), marked with Dodgers World Champions just behind the entry door

POSTER: WOMEN WORKERS. ATS cook for the troops. British poster encouraging women to join the Auxiliary Territorial Service, the womens branch of the British Army. Lithograph, c1942

CENTRAL PARK, 1942. Sitting on the lawn in Central Park in New York City. Photograph by Marjory Collins, 1942

Vought Chesapeake I AL943 5 June 1942
Vought Chesapeake I, AL943. 5 June 1942. Date: 1942

Savoy Cavalry Charge, by G F Gonzaga, 1942
G. F. Gonzaga, Savoy Cavalry Charge, 1942

Billingshurst Home Guard Commander Changing, 1942
Photography by George Garland. Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office. RefNo: Garland N22002

Canadians in Southampton
The Southampton contingent of the CCCF who were billeted near the docks at the Apollo Hotel. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters

A CCF crew
Crewing a British fire appliance somewhere outside Portsmouth. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

A woman assembles part of the cowling of a B-25 bomber motor. circa 1942
A woman assembles part of the cowling for one of the motors for a B-25 bomber in the engine department of North Americas Inglewood, California plant. circa October 1942

Oswald Stoll / Vfair 1913
OSWALD STOLL Impresario Date: 1866 - 1942

Ilyushin and test pilot Kokkinaki, 1942
Soviet aircraft designer Sergei Ilyushin (centre right) and test pilot Vladimir Kokkinaki (left, in overalls), talking with a group of soldiers in front of an aircraft during World War II

WORLD WAR II: NURSES. U. S. Army nurses advance through a cloud of smoke in a gas mask drill during training at Scott
WORLD WAR II: NURSES. U.S. Army nurses advance through a cloud of smoke in a gas mask drill during training at Scott Field, Illinois. Photograph, c1942

BETTY GRABLE (1916-1973). American actress. Photographed in 1941-42

Britannia and Eve September 1942
Second World War era front cover of Britannia and Eve magazine featuring a blonde nurse with immaculately coiffed hair and obligatory red lipstick. Theres glamour in wartime nursing you know!

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"1942: A Year of Innovation, Valor, and Resilience" In the midst of World War II, 1942 marked a significant year filled with remarkable achievements and pivotal moments that shaped history. From groundbreaking weapons to iconic figures, let's delve into the highlights that defined this extraordinary period. G. H. Davis introduced two game-changing British inventions in 1942 - the New British Sten gun and the British 25-pounder field gun. These advancements revolutionized warfare tactics and bolstered the Allied forces' capabilities on the battlefield. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean, another group was making its mark - the United States Naval Construction Battalions or Seabees. With their unwavering dedication and expertise in construction, these brave men played a crucial role in building vital infrastructure for military operations worldwide. The Rolls-Royce Merlin Aircraft Engine also took center stage in 1942 as its diagram showcased its intricate design and engineering prowess. This powerful engine propelled aircraft to new heights during aerial combat missions throughout World War II. Amidst war efforts came inspiring propaganda posters like "To Victory -- With Our Help. " These visuals served as reminders of unity and determination among nations fighting against tyranny. Aviation enthusiasts marveled at Lancaster I (4-Merlin) Bomber taking off from Hornet while B-25 Mitchell Bombers soared through skies with unparalleled grace - both symbols of courage exhibited by pilots risking their lives for freedom. Notable personalities emerged during this time too; Paul McCartney was born in 1942 – an icon who would later shape music history as part of The Beatles. However, life on home soil wasn't without challenges; rationing became a way of life reflected by Ration Book July 1942 – reminding citizens to make do with limited resources while supporting wartime efforts. As travel restrictions were imposed due to war conditions, WW2 Poster - "Is Your Journey Really Necessary.