1942 Collection (page 7)

WW2 - Victor
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 story book, Victor, written by Dallas Kirby. The image shows the title character, with his V for Victory symbol. Date: circa 1942

WW2 - The Body In The Barrage Balloon
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 story book, The Body In The Barrage Balloon, written by Colin Curzon. Date: circa 1942

WW2 - Aircraft On Dusk Patrol
A photograph of a British aircraft on dusk patrolr, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - Cyclists After Petrol Restrictions
A photograph of some soldiers riding bicycles after petrol restrictions, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - Handley Page Halifax
A photograph of a British Royal Air Force Handley Page Halifax heavy bomber, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - Handley Page Halifax Engines
A photograph which shows two of the four engines of a Handley Page Halifax heavy bomber, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - British Aircrafts
A photograph of some British R.A.F. aircrafts flying low, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - Bomber Plane
A photograph of a British bomber aircraft, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - French Aircraft
A photograph of a French aircraft, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - 418 Squadron Douglas Boston
A photograph of 418 Squadron Douglas Boston Mark III (Intruder) at RAF Bradwell Bay, preparing to take off on a night intruder mission, relative to a true to life novel

WW2 - She Must Be A Dago
A photograph of a submarine breaking the surface of the water, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - View Of A Merchant Ship
A photograph of a merchant ship seen from above, with an emphibious plane in the foreground, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - Short Sunderland
A photograph of a Short Sunderland flying boat, relative to a true to life novel, Seven Pilots written by Charles Patrick Ranke Graves. Date: 1942

WW2 - Seven Pilots
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 children's story book, Seven Pilots, written by Charles Graves. The design includes British R.A.F. targets. Date: 1942

WW2 - We Lived In London
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, We Lived In London, written by Eileen Marsh. The image shows a London scene including St

WW2 - Tunnel From Calais
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, Tunnel From Calais, written by A. D. Divine. The image shows some soldiers looking out over a cliff edge. Date: 1942

The Secret Of Romserstrand
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, The Secret Of Romserstrand, written by Erroll Collins. The image shows some German tanks advancing out of the water

WW2 - Bunkle Began It
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, Bunkle Began It, written by M. Pardoe. The image shows a bundle of equipment on a beach, with planes in flight behind. Date: 1942

WW2 - John Brown's Body
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 story book, John Brown's Body, written by Gordon Boshell. The image portrays the title character

Praise The Lord And Pass The Ammunition
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Praise The Lord And Pass The Ammunition, words and music by Frank Loesser. Date: circa 1942

When The Lights Go On Again
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for When The Lights Go On Again (All Over The World), by Eddie Seiler, Sol Marcus and Bennie Benjemen

WW2 Christmas Cards
A pair of small WW2 Christmas greetings cards, one shows miniature illustrations of festive food which would have been very scarce. Date: circa 1942

WW2 Christmas Card, All The Best!
A WW2 Christmas greetings card, the illustration portrays three servicemen of the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force raising their glasses. Date: 1942

R. A. F. Pilots
An illustration showing the back of four Royal Air Force pilots fully dressed in flight attire, walking away with their belongings. Date: 1942

The Story Of A Hampden Bomber
A back cover illustration for H Is For Harry The Story Of A Hampden Bomber, by Walter & Bridget Moss. The image shows the silhouetted shape of a Handley Page Hampden heavy bomber procured for

Handley Page Hampden Bomber At Night
This coloured double page illustration shows a British Handley Page Hampden heavy bomber plane soaring through the night sky

Handley Page Hampden Bomber
This illustration shows a group of children watching a large British Handley Page Hampden bomber heavy bomber plane soaring through the sky. Date: 1942

R. A. F. Attire
This illustration shows an assortment of Royal Air Force attire. 1. R.A.F. Battledress. 2. Sidcot outer suit of windproof canvas. 3. Sidcot inner lining. 4. Irvingsuit lambskin leather jacket. 5

Aircraft Recognition Drawing Book Cover
An illustrated front cover for the Aircraft Recognition Drawing Book, a WW2 childrens book published by Real Photographs Co. Ltd. Southport. Date: 1942

Poster, sailing event, 14 May, Skansen, Sweden Date: 1942

Bellanca 77-320 Junior
Colombian Navy - Bellanca 77-320 Junior Date: circa 1942

General Douglas MacArthur enjoying a cup of tea in New Guinea on 23 November 1942, with General sir Thomas Blamey, the Commander of Australian Land Forces. Date: 1942

Volta (X62)
Marine Nationale Francaise - Volta (X62), a Mogador-class destroyer. Scuttled at Toulon on 27 November 1942. (Marine Nationale Francaise - French Navy) Date: circa 1940

Cunard White Star, RMS Queen Mary, engineers log
Cunard White Star, RMS Queen Mary engineers log, detailing voyage no.1 (27 May 1936, Captain Sir Edgar Britten RD RNR) to no.87 (12 July 1942, Captain J G Bisset)

Music cover, Two songs by Irving Berlin
Music cover, two songs with words and music by Irving Berlin, This is the Army Mr Jones, and I Left My Heart at the Stage Door Canteen, from the wartime Warner Bros film, This is the Army. Date: 1942

Music cover, Oh the Pity of It All, words by Leo Robin, music by Ralph Rainger, from the 20th Century Fox film My Gal Sal starring Rita Hayworth and Victor Mature Date: 1942

Music cover, 12th Street Rag, Harry Roy
Music cover, 12th Street Rag, words by Andy Razaf, music by Euday L Bowman, song featured and broadcast by Harry Roy and his Orchestra Date: 1942

Music cover, On the Banks of the Wabash, words and music by Paul Dresser, from the film The Jolson Story, Columbia Pictures Date: 1942

Fashion item, inexpensive women's fashions, WW2 Date: 1942

Advert, Dig for Victory Now! Ministry of Agriculture, WW2 Date: 1942

Advert, Yardley cosmetics, WW2
Advert, Yardley cosmetics, encouraging women to keep their standards up during WW2 - put your best face forward. Date: 1942

Advert for Tampax, Women are winning the War of Freedom Date: 1942

Advert, Save Paper, Ford Motor Company WW2
Advert, Save Paper, Ford Motor Company, WW2 - call for wartime paper recycling. Date: 1942

Advert, Goodall Backhouse & Co Ltd, Leeds
Advert, food products from Goodall Backhouse & Co Ltd, Leeds, Yorkshire, including egg substitute powder as eggs were scarce during the war. Date: 1942

Handsome head of an Airedale Terrier
The very handsome head of an Airedale Terrier. Date: 1942

Poster, Newsmap, SW Fighting Bases
Poster, Newsmap, Monday 13 July 1942, showing Southwest Fighting Bases Date: 1942

Sergeant John Hannah, VC and Pilot Officer C. A. Connor
Royal Air Force Sergeant John Hannah, VC and Pilot Officer C.A. Connor, WW2 Date: 1942

Royal Air Force Pilot Officer K. W. MacKenzie, DFC
Royal Air Force Pilot Officer K.W. MacKenzie, DFC, inspecting wing of his Hurricane, WW2. Date: 1942

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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.