1947 Collection (#5)

Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH and Bell 47B-3 G-AKFN
Westland Whirlwind Series 1 G-ANFH (msn WA15) at Gatwick. Built 1953 and delivered from Yeovil to Gatwick on 2 November 1954 for British European Airways

Stokesay Castle & Church, Shropshire, August 1947
A GWR Publicity view of the North Tower at Stokesay Castle & the Church of St. John the Baptist, near Craven Arms in Shropshire, August 1947

High Street Gate, Salisbury, Wiltshire, May 1947
A GWR Publicity view of High Street Gate, Salisbury, Wiltshire in May 1947. The gate is the main entrance to Salisburys historic Cathedral Close and was built between 1327 and 1342

High Street Gate, Salisbury, May 1947
A GWR Publicity view of High Street Gate, Salisbury, Wiltshire in May 1947. The gate is the main entrance to Salisburys historic Cathedral Close and was built between 1327 and 1342

Govan Haven, Interior of St Just Church, July 1947
View of the interior of St Just Church, Govan Haven, Cornwall, summer 1947. View down the nave of the stone church looking towards the altar adorned with candle sticks, a cross and flower arrangements

Bodinnick, Cornwall, July 1947
View of Bodinnick village from Fowey, Cornwall in July 1947, showing the Bodinnick Ferry landing area and The Old Ferry Inn

de Havilland DH-100 Vampire F-3
RAF de Havilland Dh-100 Vampire F.3 with Low Tail Plane Date: 1947

de Havilland DH-98 Mosquito TT-39
Royal-Navy Rn Fleet Air Arm Prototype de Havilland Dh-98 Mosquito Tt-39 Parked Date: 1947

Airmen Reading Books and Magazines in the Library of the?
Airmen Reading Books and Magazines in the Library of the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing Date: 1947

Amateur Photography is One of the Diversions Available t?
Amateur Photography is One of the Diversions Available to the Erding Airmen at the Headquarters of the USAFe 85th Air Depot-Wing

Douglas DC-6
Lady Passenger Wearing Hats Eating and Drinking in the First-Class Cabin of an American Airlines Dc-6 with a Stewardess Talking to a Businessman Behind Date: 1947

Sqn Ldr Bill Waterton leaves Gloster Meteor EE549 at Fa?
Sqn Ldr Bill Waterton leaves Gloster Meteor EE549 at Farnborough after flying from Le Bourget to Croydon in 20 minutes at an average speed of 616mph on 16 January 1947

P. J. Field Richards, Avro test pilot, left, and W. G. N. ?
P.J. Field Richards, Avro test pilot, left, and W.G.N. Saunders, Handley Page test pilot, at the 1947 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Radlett on 14 September. Date: 1947

Aubrey G. Corbin, test pilot, in the Cunliffe-Owen Concordia, at the 1947 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Radlett on 14 September. Date: 1947

Hugh McKlennan Kendall, Chief Test Pilot, Handley Page (Reading), at the 1947 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Radlett on 14 September. Date: 1947

Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb DSO DFC, Bristol test pilot, alon?
Wg Cdr Walter F. Gibb DSO DFC, Bristol test pilot, alongside Bristol Brigand RH297 at the 1947 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Radlett on 14 September. Date: 1947

Kellett XR-10, 45-22793, on the day of its first flight?
Kellett XR-10, 45-22793, on the day of its first flight at Kellett?s North Wales (PA) plant on 24 April 1947. From left: J.D. Driskill, Chief Test Pilot, Kellett; Col A.T. Culbertson; A.W

HM Submarine Trump - P333 - T Class
HMS Trump (pennant number P333) was a British submarine of the third group of the T class. She was built by Vickers Armstrong, Barrow

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II - presentation of sceptre
Royal Wedding cake made by Huntley & Palmers (of Reading, Berkshire) for Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) on the occasion of her marriage to Phillip Mountbatten

Engagement of Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten
Their official engagement photograph of Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) (1926-2022) and Philip Mountbatten (later The Duke of Edinburgh) (1921-) on 9th July 1947

Fall / English Setter / Pups
A group of four English Setter puppies owned by Rees. Date: 1947

L amandier en fleurs (The Almond Tree in Blossom), 1947. Found in the Collection of Muse e national d art moderne, Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris

Fall / Wire Fox Terrier / 47
Unnamed wire haired fox terrier. Date: 1947

Fall / Greyhound / 1947
COPPICE QUEEN Owned by Jones. Colour: brindle. Date: 1947

The Way Back. American cartoon by D. R. Fitzpatrick, 1947, on the Marshall Plan
MARSHALL PLAN, 1947. The Way Back. American cartoon by D.R. Fitzpatrick, 1947, on the Marshall Plan, the European Recovery Program proposed by U.S. Secretary of State George C

Where To? American cartoon comment, 1947, on President Trumans request for $400 million from Congress to defend
TRUMAN DOCTRINE CARTOON. Where To? American cartoon comment, 1947, on President Trumans request for $400 million from Congress to defend the vulnerable countries of Greece

SAAB 90 Scandia SE-BCA (msn 90001), the first prototype, over Ostergotland, the home province of SAAB. (SAAB - Svenska Aeroplan AktieBolaget) Date: 1947

Convair XB-46 45-59582
Convair Model 109 XB-46 45-59582, arguably the most elegant bomber ever built. Date: 1947

North American XFJ-1 Fury 39053
United States Navy - North American XFJ-1 Fury 39053 (MSN 134-55996), of the Naval Air Test Centre at Patuxent river NAS. (re-serialled from BuAer 120339) Date: circa 1947

Red Rock, Dawlish, Devon - E. T. W. Dennis postcard 1947
Red Rock, Dawlish, Devon - E.T.W. Dennis postcard 1947 Date: 1947

The Farm of Monte-St-Jean, Waterloo, Belguim - postcard 1947 Date: 1947

Esplande, looking East, Sidmouth, Devon - postcard published by E.A. Sweetman, 1947 Date: 1947

HMS Vengeance R71
Royal Navy - HMS Vengeance R71, a Colossus-class light aircraft carrier in August 1947. Date: 1947

Advert for Hoover, World's Best Vacuum Cleaner Date: 1947

New Promenade and Lake, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset Date: 1947

Hoover advert, A millionaire could not buy a better cleaner
Hoover vacuum cleaner advert, A millionaire could not buy a better cleaner Date: 1947

South Pool Creek, Salcombe, Devon
South Pool Creek, Salcombe-Kingsbridge estuary, Salcombe, Devon. Date: 1947

SAAB 201, experimental version of the SAAB 91, fitted with a scale version of the J29 wing. Date: circa 1947

Poster, Meiringen, Berne, Switzerland Date: 1947

Poster, Massif de la Meije, French Alps
Poster, French Alps - Massif de la Meije - Hautes Alpes, France Date: 1947

Boeing F4B-4 special NX 9846 (msn 1767, ex BuAer 9251) Date: circa 1947

Miles M. 57 Aerovan 4 G-AJTC
Miles M.57 Aerovan 4 G-AJTC (msn 6414), at the Miles flight test centre, Woodley aerodrome. Date: 1947

Music cover, The Wedding of the Royal Princess - Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten - words and music by Tommie Connor and Everett Lynton Date: 1947

Portland Lighthouse and Portland Bill, Dorset Date: 1947

Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten, royal wedding
Royal Wedding - Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten, Westminster Abbey, London, 20 November 1947 - Souvenir Programme cover Date: 1947

Engagement of Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten
Their official engagement photograph of Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) (1926-) and Philip Mountbatten (later The Duke of Edinburgh) (1921-) on 9th July 1947

Cover design, Startling Stories, science fiction pulp magazine, September 1947 Date: 1947

Music cover, Down in Dreamy Valley, words and music by Michael Carr Date: 1947

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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.