1942 Collection (page 9)

Vintage photograph WW II - final moment of HMS Hermes
Vintage photograph World War II - final moment of HMS Hermes, tilting at an angle following attack by Japanese dive bombers, 1942 - sailors in sea, negative water damaged

Photograph of White Horse PH, Rotherhithe (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Waverley Arms, Nunhead, 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

Photograph of Victoria PH, Mile End, 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 1932

Photograph of Swan PH, Acton, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1933

Photograph of Star & Garter PH, Bermondsey, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Ship PH, Limehouse, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Photo of remainder of destroyed pub

Photograph of Royal Standard PH, New Kent Road (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Railway Tavern, Kingsland, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Princess Charlotte PH, Camberwell, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Prince Of Wales PH, Wood Green, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Horse & Groom PH, Hackney, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub

Photograph of George V PH, Slough, Buckinghamshire. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Picture of queue system at thebar

Photograph of George PH, Tower Hill, 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 George

Photograph of Duke Of Clarence PH, Camberwell (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Duke Of Cambridge PH, Hackney Road (New), London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

King of the Castle by Margaret Tempest. 1942

WW2 - Surfaced Enemy Submarine sees a Corvette on her track
WW2 - The Terror of the u-boat: by the white glare of a star shell and tracer bullets firing through a dark night, a surfaced enemy submarine sees a Corvette on her track 1942

Alastair Hunter on Ronnie Holbechs Paladin. Date: 1942

Page from The Tatler featuring sisters Myra and Georgina Wernher, daughters of Lady Zia and Sir Harold Wernher and grand-daughters of Grand Duke Michael of Russia

Memorial to Sgt Pavlik, RAF, near Dranouter, 5 May 1942 Date: 2016

Lets Face It at the London Hippodrome
Spread from The Sketch covering the latest show at the London Hippodrome, Lets Face It starring Bobby Howes and Pat Kirkwood

Salve it, 1942
Salve it article, 1942, about saving every scrap of paper for the war effort. Waste paper is a munition of war. Date: 1942

Laying up your car in wartime, 1942
Laying up your car? Some practical hints and tips, article by Alan Hess in Britannia & Eve, May 1942. The basic petrol ration was withdrawn at this time, leading many motorists to store their cars

Manual and sedentary workers, 1942
Exercises for manual and sedentary war workers, 1942. Date: 1942

No coupons needed, 1942. Making slippers, hood and mittens in wartime. 1942

Food for the winter store, 1942. Preserving garden produce in wartime. Date: 1942

New clothes from old discards, 1942
New clothes from old discards. Tips for fashion and dressing well in wartime from Britannia & Eve, May 1942. Date: 1942

Dress by Jean Burnup. Article from Britannia & Eve, 1942, on how to dress in wartime. Home front in Britain. Date: 1942

Passed by the censor. Article in Britannia & Eve, 1942, giving advice about writing to men posted abroad in wartime. Date: 1942

Portrait of James Edward Montgomery, IMechE Secretary, 1939-1942. Date: circa 1942

Suspension Bridge, Newton Stewart, Scotland
Suspension Bridge, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. 1942

French Destroyer la Combattante Memorial Courseulles
The ship was part of the supporting Bombardment Group. She was built in Glasgow in 1942 under the name HMS Haldon & loaned to the Free French Navy

Aquatint British Commando Raid 12 September 1942
The memorial plaque is on a wall facing Omaha Beach. A forceof the British Small Scale Raiding Force Commando of 11 men commanded by Major Gus March - Phillips attempted a landing here but came under

Viscountess Clive (Vida Cuthbert, 1910 - 2003), wife of Viscount Clive who she married in 1934. Lady Clive was President of the Red Cross for the county of Montgomeryshire. 1942

Once Upon a Time by Muriel Dawson. 1942

I Wonder by Muriel Dawson. 1942

How Does My Garden Grow by Muriel Dawson. 1942

Gipsy-Face by Muriel Dawson. 1942

Reginald Foresythe and Elisabeth Welch broadcasting for BBC radio in Starlight. Reginald Foresythe (1907-1958) British jazz pianist, arranger

The company of All This- (And Iceland Too), performed by and to the troops at the Fish Shed Theatre, Reykjavik, Iceland. At this time it was Icelands only English-speaking theatre. 1942

Miss Kristin Gudmundsdottir and Miss Svava Jons tap-dancing; they were part of the All This- (And Iceland Too), performed by and to the troops at the Fish Shed Theatre, Reykjavik, Iceland

Advert, Clicquot Club Ginger Ale
American advert, Clicquot Club Ginger Ale -- Can we all have Clicquot, Mother? 1942

Postcard booklet, Spindletop oil field, Beaumont, Texas, USA
Postcard booklet, aerial view of Spindletop, a salt dome oil field at Beaumont, Texas, USA. Date: 1942

Postcard booklet, highest point in Texas, USA
Postcard booklet, end of the Guadalupe Range, the highest point in Texas, USA. Date: 1942

Postcard booklet, Rio Grande and National Park, Texas, USA
Postcard booklet, view of the Rio Grande River in Big Bend National Park, Texas, USA. Date: 1942

Postcard booklet, Morris Sheppard Lake and Dam, Texas, USA
Postcard booklet, aerial view of Morris Sheppard Lake and Dam near Mineral Wells, Texas, USA. Date: 1942

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"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.