1947 Collection (#10)

Molly Weir with Tommy Handley radio broadcaster January 1947

Opening of Holiday Camp Station. Lord Middleton speaking at the opening of railway of this station. Guard of Honour of Butlins Eight LNER v Butlins Ltd. May 1947

Holidaymakers gather to launch Filey holiday camp 1947 train service

Mick, the owl, listens to every phone call that comes to the Cardiff garage of Mr. Ken Clee. owl sitting on a mans head July 1947 1940s

The four masted sailing ship Basque Pamir in the English Channel after a 13, 000 mile journey from Wellington, New zealand. The ship was built in Germany in 1905 December 1947

L Stevens of Tottenham Hotspurs FC Circa 1947

Logie Arsenal Circa 1947

J Harvey Newcastle United FC March 1947

Cummings Middlesbrough Circa 1947

B Williams Wolves Circa 1947

Bob Pryde Blackburn Rovers FC January 1947

Margy Dare riding a motorbike around the Wall of Death at Morecambe in Lancashire. Funfair Stunt Sideshow Act dare devil April 1947

three of the ten Swiss Nurses sent by the international committee of the Red Cross to Palestine. On the right is Mademoiselle Florence Cousin who Was seriously wounded when on duty in the Jewish

A team of girl painters employed by the Southern Division of the Southern Railway have painted their way up and down the line from Dorset to Basingstoke

Plymouths squad of professional women navvies hard at work with the men pulling down bombed premises to make way for rebuilding in the city. One of the women is Mrs Vera Bennett (left). July 1947

Plymouths team of women navvies completing their Blitz-time ambition - worked side by side with men before, but this time, with one of their team of six acting as supervisor

The cruise liner Queen Elizabeth run aground in Southampton Waters 1947

Animals Zoo. An English Pig trained to draw a cart. August 1947 P015063

Sandy the labrador seen here at the wheel of the Animal Welfare Trusts newest Animal Ambulance March 1947 P000356

London Views Thames River 1945-1950 Barges & ships at the pool Circa 1947

Chianti for export goes all over the world. Here, in the country near Siena, the women workers of the famed Bertolli plant prepare the well-known bottles

Princess Elizabeth with her fiancee Prince Mountbatten and Lord Provost of Edinburgh during her visit to the Scottish capital where she received the Freedom of the City at the Usher Hall

Gilbert Honch and tigers at Belle Vue Manchester. January 1947 P009686

The annual motor cycle display by the Royal Signals was held at Catterick Camp. The team has an engagement at Olympia from June 12

Collieries. September 1947 P009829

Fashion 1920 s: Students of Bromley (Kent) School of Art will stage a fashion display for visitors to the Chelsea Arts Ball at the Albert Hall on New Years eve

Edward Farmers gang wade through the flowback from the Thames into the Kings Scholars Pond sewer to inspect the emergency pumping station at the far end

Digging for victory - 1947 style. September 1947 P017721

And after the vesting ceremony a Welsh hymn was sung, follwed by " God Save The King". January 1947 P018223

Peter Harris and Michael Harlow - October 1947 use a Geiger counter to track down radio Active Mineral deposits. radio communications army forrest tracking

Wedding cake made by Mr Schul for Princess Elizabeth November 1947 and Prince Philip

Mary of Guise house in Water St. of Broad Wyne. Leith, Edinburgh June 1947

Men gathered around Robert Burns monument where Constitution and Bernard Street meet. Leith, Edinburgh June 1947

East African groundnuts scheme. Open air hospital at Kongwa - Sister Helen Porter with native mothers and babies. Circa May 1947 O15017-002

Janetes Future has Wings: Janet Harris, 19, of Leicester, operates the controls of the " smoke tunnel" at the Loughborough, Leicestershire

Grand National Horseracing. The horses jump over Beeches Brook on their way around the national course at Aintree in Liverpool March 1947

Immediately after the vesting ceremony miners were waiting at the pit head to descend yet once again to the same coal face, yet inspire by new hope. January 1947 P018213

A smiling miner at the end of his shift August 1947 P018212

Kings Lynn, Norfolk, Maternity Home. July 1947 O19205-002

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, on the eve of his wedding, with his Naval colleagues having a laugh. With him is his uncle Earl Mountbatten holding a cigar. 19th November 1947. vfr1

Phillip Mountbatten speaking at war memorial. November 1947

Weather: Cloud Scenes our England. O19461-011 Circa 1947

Former Labour Chancellor Hugh Dalton at Butlins Holiday Camp Filey. Circa 1947

A French Boy scout attending the Scouts World Jamboree which is in Moisson near Paris he is pictures here eating his food Sitting his hand made table and stool near his tent

Outward Bound Sea School Sea Scouts take part in the Outward Bound off of Aberdovey, Meripnethshire in Wales. Yawl Sailing Boat Yacht

A scout is carrying holed bread with a pole through the centre of them on his shoulder

Percival Proctor 5 G-AHWR (msn AE73), of Universal Flying Services Limited, at Fairoaks, on 29 November 1947. Date: 1947

Republic RC-1 Seabee N6249K (msn 456) 28 February 1947: N6249K - registered and delivered to Northern Air Service Inc.; Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. Date: circa 1960

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"1947: A Year of Royal Weddings, Artistic Marvels, and Historical Transformations" In 1947, the world witnessed a momentous occasion as the Royal Wedding took place. The family tree expanded with joy and anticipation for the future. Meanwhile, an intriguing poster called "The Vegetabull" caught people's attention, showcasing artistic creativity at its finest. Renowned artist Diego Rivera left his mark on history in 1947 with his remarkable works that continue to inspire generations. Notably, a map depicting East and West Punjab highlighted the partition that forever altered the course of India's history. Amidst these significant events, a couple strolled arm in arm on a railway platform beside the luxurious locomotive known as the 'Golden Arrow. ' This iconic train connected London to Dover before passengers embarked on their ferry journey to Calais, France - symbolizing hope and connection during turbulent times. Aleister Crowley made waves in 1947 with his enigmatic presence and mystical teachings that captivated many seekers of knowledge. Meanwhile, Princess Elizabeth's engagement to Lt Philip Mountbatten became a beacon of love amidst post-war uncertainties. As preparations were underway for "The Royal Bride, " excitement filled the air as people eagerly awaited this grand celebration. Chez Auguste on Old Compton Street in Soho offered respite from daily life while Leonis Quo Vadis restaurant provided exquisite dining experiences reminiscent of an era long gone. Intriguingly enough, Amazing Stories Scifi Magazine featured a cover adorned with hidden lunar cities - transporting readers into fantastical realms beyond imagination. It was indeed an era where dreams met reality through literature's magic. Finally, sealed within time itself lay Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip's marriage certificate - forever etching their union into history books for all to remember. Thus unfolded 1947 - a year filled with royal splendor, artistic wonders, historical transformations; reminding us that even amidst chaos, love, creativity, and resilience prevail.