1947 Collection (#6)

Music cover, Oklahoma! by Rodgers and Hammerstein
Music cover, Piano Selection, Oklahoma! by Rodgers and Hammerstein, performed at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London Date: 1947

Stampe et Vertongen SV. 4C D-EHBL
Stampe et Vertongen SV.4C D-EHBL (msn 216), built by SNCAN (Societe Nationale des Constructions Aeronautiques du Nord) in France, in 1947. Date: circa 1990

SNCASO SO-P1 Ferblantine 01, during assembly at the SNCASO factory in Vichy France. First flown in 1941, this glider was hidden when Vichy France was occupied by the Germans

Actor in early to mid 19th century military costume
An unnamed actor in early to mid 19th century military costume poses for a studio photograph. The photograph was taken in late November

Poster, Grand Prix Automobile, Pau, France, 7 April 1947. Date: 1947

Temporary buildings after World War Two under construction at the Bristol Aeroplane Company's factory at Barwell. Date: 1947

Salman Rushdie, British-Indian novelist and essayist
Salman Rushdie (Sir Ahmed Salman Rushdie, b 1947), British-Indian novelist and essayist. Date: circa 1980s

John Reid, Scottish football club chairman and politician
John Reid, Baron Reid of Cardowan (b 1947), Scottish football club chairman and Labour Party politician. He served as Home Secretary in the Blair government between 2006 and 2007

Christopher Soames, British Conservative politician
Christopher Soames (Arthur Christopher John Soames, Baron Soames, 1920-1987), British Conservative politician, government minister, European Commissioner and Leader of the House of Lords

David Blunkett, British Labour politician, giving a speech
David Blunkett (b 1947), British Labour politician, MP for Sheffield Brightside from 1987. He served as Education Secretary and Home Secretary

Jawaharlal Nehru, 1st Prime Minister of India
Jawaharlal (Pandit) Nehru (1889-1964), 1st Prime Minister of India 1947-1964 and a leading figure in the Indian independence movement. Seen here sitting at a table in front of a microphone

James Ramsay MacDonald and Stanley Baldwin
James Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937), British Labour politician, Prime Minister in 1924, and again 1929-1935. Seen here with Stanley Baldwin (1st Earl Baldwin of Bewdley, 1867-1947)

Bernadette Devlin, political activist and MP
Bernadette Devlin (Josephine Bernadette Devlin McAliskey, b 1947), socialist republican political activist in Northern Ireland, MP for Mid Ulster 1969-1974

Wedding of Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh. Date: 1947

ROYAL TOUR 1947
ROYAL TOUR OF SOUTH AFRICA & RHODESIA: King George VI and Queen Elizabeth pay homage to the war dead at the Gate of Memory, near the Cenotaph, Gardiner Street, Durban. Date: 1947

SALMAN RUSHDIE In 1992 Anglo-Indian novelist, condemned to death for allegedly having blasphemed Islam in The Satanic Verses. Date: 1947 -

Young woman showing v sign with wine glass, smiling, portrait
1949, One Person, Adult Only, Young Adult, One Woman Only, One Young Woman Only, Caucasian Appearance, Studio Shot, White Background, Square, Colour, Photography, Portrait, Head And Shoulders

Avro 652 Anson I N4877 - G-AMDA of the Skyfame museum at Staverton Airport N4877 was built at the Avro factory at Newton Heath, Manchester and was taken on charge by the Royal Air Force on Nov 17

6th World Scout Jamboree, August 1947 in Moisson, France (b / w photo)
1730160 6th World Scout Jamboree, August 1947 in Moisson, France (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: 6th World Scout Jamboree, august 1947 in Moisson, France)

6th World Scout Jamboree in Moisson, France, August 1947 (b / w photo)
1730178 6th World Scout Jamboree in Moisson, France, August 1947 (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: 6th World Scout Jamboree, august 1947 in Moisson)

6th World Scout Jamboree in a Girl Guides Association Vehicle, Moisson, France, August 1947 (b / w photo)
1730156 6th World Scout Jamboree in a Girl Guides Association Vehicle, Moisson, France, August 1947 (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: 6th World Scout Jamboree)

Dragoon, 1947 (oil on canvas)
984895 Dragoon, 1947 (oil on canvas) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 91.5x55.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dragoon. Walt Kuhn (1877-1949). Oil on canvas. Painted 1947

Dominique-Clown, 1947 (oil on canvasboard)
985343 Dominique-Clown, 1947 (oil on canvasboard) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 25.7x20.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dominique-Clown. Walt Kuhn (1877-1949). Oil on canvasboard. Painted in 1947

The Fire; Le Feu, 1947-1949 (oil on canvas)
1198707 The Fire; Le Feu, 1947-1949 (oil on canvas) by Wols, Alfred Otto Wolfgang Schulze (1913-51); 65x81 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Ed Hennessey, 1947 (oil on canvas laid on board)
985344 Ed Hennessey, 1947 (oil on canvas laid on board) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 29.5x20.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ed Hennessey. Walt Kuhn (1877-1949). Oil on canvas laid on board

Majorette, 1947 (oil on canvas)
650579 Majorette, 1947 (oil on canvas) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 74.9x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Majorette. Walt Kuhn (1880-1949). Oil on canvas, 1947

Tiforal, c. 1947-49 (gouache on paper)
824973 Tiforal, c.1947-49 (gouache on paper) by Master of Saldana; 24.5x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tiforal. Remedios Varo (1908-1963). Gouache on paper. Painted circa 1947-49

The Daily Herald Modern Homes Exhibition - held at Dorland Hall, from March 25 to May 27, 1947 Date: 1947

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Wool without coupons
The Caption is Wool without coupons. Although the card was posted in 1947, the drawing is about wartime clothes rationing which did not finish until 1949. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: 1947

Housewives Conference, 1947
Page from The Sphere, 20 September 1947 reporting on the Housewives League Meeting at Central Hall

Bill Edrich and Denis Compton coming out to bat at Lords Cricket ground during the legendary summer of 1947 when Compton scored 3, 816 runs and Edrich 3, 539. Date: 1947

Photograph of White Hart PH, Grays (New), Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Thatched House PH, Cranham, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Crown PH, Norwood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1938

Page from The Sphere showing the newly married Princess Elizabeth and Duke of Edinburgh setting off from Buckingham Palace in a landau carriage for Waterloo Station from where they would depart

Page from The Sphere featuring photographs of the best man, bridesmaids and page boys at the wedding of Princess Elizabeth to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in November 1947

Music cover, Tenderly, Joan Crawford
Music cover, Tenderly (from the MGM film Torch Song), Joan Crawford. Lyrics by Jack Lawrence, music by Walter Gross. 1947

Hilda Simms (cover of Checkers)
Hilda Simms (1918-1994) African American actress who came to Britain in 1947 in her Broadway success Anna Lucasta. Checkers was a short-lived black British magazine. Date: 1948

Anna Lucasta (programme cover)
Anna Lucasta was a popular 1940s Broadway play with an African American cast which transferred to Londons His Majestys Theatre in 1947. Date: 1947

Hilda Simms (The Sketch)
Hilda Simms (1918-1994) African American actress who came to Britain in 1947 in her Broadway success Anna Lucasta. Date: 1947

Hilda Simms (cover of Theatre World)
Hilda Simms (1918-1994) African American actress who came to Britain in 1947 in her Broadway success Anna Lucasta. Date: 1948

Page from the Illustrated London News, 4th January 1947, featuring People and Events of the Week: Personalities in the Public Eye

Royal Institution Christmas Lecture - Hartridge
Christmas lectures for children at the Royal Institution: Professor Hamilton Hartridge who lectured on Colours, and How To See Them, showing a cat s-eye telescope, 1946. Date: 1946

East Sutton Park Borstal, Kent
A horse and cart is loaded with wood at the East Sutton Park Borstal for Girls, near Maidstone, Kent. Date: circa 1947

Promotional postcard for BEA - Domestic and International
Promotional postcard for BEA - Domestic, Cross-Channel and International Services and Routes. Date: 1947

Princess Elizabeth at Trooping the Colour 1947
Queen Elizabeth II, then Princess Elizabeth, in a specially designed uniform as Colonel of the Grenadier Guards on horseback at the Trooping of the Colour ceremony in June 1947

Wilf Mannion. English professional footballer
Wilf Mannion (1918-2000), English professional footballer with Middlesbrough, Hull City, Cambridge United, Poole Town, Earlestown, and the national England team

Laurence Olivier, English actor and director
Laurence Olivier (1907-1989), English actor and director, seen here in June 1947. 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.