1958 Collection (#9)

Traction Engines at a Country fair Gloucestershire England Date: circa 1958

Traction Engine Mechanic
Elderly gentleman wearing a cap working on a Traction Engine Gloucestershire England Date: circa 1958

Having a drink
Two seated Bandsmen taking a break at a cafÚáºarden Lucerne Switzerland Date: circa 1958

US classic car Brookwood 1958
Beate Gube

Arguments between John Sharples and his girlfriend 16 year old Valerie Walker are rare - and nearly always about football. For Valerie is a Wolves supporter

Three men who now form the management committee within Birmingham City Football Club. Secretary Adams and the joint managers Arthur Turner and Pat Beasley. 1958

Motorway Signage, on the A59, the new Preston By-pass, the UKs first motorway, that would later form part of the M6 motorway, Monday 1st December 1958

Julie Andrews kissed by Rex Harrison in her dressing room at the Drury Lane Theatre after opening night of My Fair Lady - May 1958

The back of Queen Victoria Memorial with St Helens Town Hall in background, St Helens, Merseyside, 1st February 1958

The Church of St Helen is in Church Street, St Helens, Merseyside, 25th August 1958, aka St Helens Parish Church

St Helens Dual Carriageway, a start has been made on the construction of a new inner ring to circle the town centre of St Helens, 16th October 1958

St Marys Church in St Helens, Merseyside. October 1958

Wales Starting XI v Scotland, Ninian Park, Cardiff, Saturday 18th October 1958, British Home Championship (Wales lose the match 0-3)

Twelve year old Yvonne Mather, a descendant of of Grace Darling herself, hands over a parcel to coxswain Tom Dawson of the " Grace Darling" lifeboat at Seahouses on the Northumberland

A59 Exit Sign, this monster sign, 23ft by 19ft is the largest road sign ever erected in Britain, it is on the new Preston By-pass, the UKs first motorway

Launching of the Tenby lifeboat. 28th February 1958

Picture shows the new £52, 000 bridge which is to be opened by the Major of Swansea
Picture shows the new £ 52, 000 bridge which is to be opened by the Major of Swansea today. Wales. Picture taken 26th February 1958

Bobby Charlton, Manchester United Footballer, has a cup of tea at the Civic reception in the Manchester Town Hall, as fans wait patiently for him to give them his autograph

Sir Winston Churchill with Lord Beaverbrook leaving official dinner - June 1958

The war memorial and parish church, Prescot, Knowsley, Merseyside. February 1958

Cardiff - Old - Chaos in St Mary Street as thousands of people turn out to get a glimpse of The Lone Ranger, Clayton Moore, during a visit to James Howells department store

Laurence Olivier in costume on set during filming of The Devils Disciple - July 1958

Shirley MacLaine photocall in London 1958

JULIE ANDREWS (ACTRESS) PICTURED IN HER KITCHEN, 1958 01 / 01 / 1958
JULIE ANDREWS (ACTRESS) PICTURED IN HER KITCHEN, 1958 01/01/1958

Sir Winston Churchill wearing a tailcoat morning suit at Royal Ascot - June 1958 - 18/06/1958

HEATHER SEARS, FRANKIE VAUGHAN AND YVONNE MITCHELL - VARIETY CLUB FILM AWARDS 08 / 04 / 1958
HEATHER SEARS, FRANKIE VAUGHAN AND YVONNE MITCHELL - VARIETY CLUB FILM AWARDS 08/04/1958

Stirling Moss talking to wife Katie at Lord Taverners Ball - November 1958 11/11/1958

Margot Fonteyn and dancer Stanislas Izikowski talking in garden at party - October 1958 29/10/1958

Margot Fonteyn in costume for ballet Cinderella - December 1958 22 / 12 / 1958
Margot Fonteyn in costume for ballet Cinderella - December 1958 22/12/1958

Sir Winston Churchill with barbary ape during visit to Gibraltar - October 1958 - 03/10/1958

Alec Guinness at the Variety Club Awards in London - 9th April 1958. He received a silver heart from the Variety Club for his role in The Bridge on the River Kwai

Julie Andrews in her backstage dressing room of the Drury Lane theatre, London (My Fair Lady) - May 1958

RICHARD ATTENBOROUGH AND WIFE SHEILA SHAW AT THE EVENING STANDARD DRAMA AWARDS 1958 27/01/1958

BALLET DANCER MARGOT FONTEYN IN THE ROYAL BALLETs PRODUCTION OF ONDINE, ROYAL OPERA HOUSE, COVENT GARDEN - 24/10/1958

The Queen Mother is greeted by West German president Theodor Heuss as she arrives at the German Embassy to attend a dinner in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. - 21st October 1958

The Duke of Edinburgh in action playing polo - June 1958

Queen Elizabeth 2nd and the Duke of Edinburgh arriving for the film premiere of " The Colonel". October 1958

The Duke of Edinburgh and Judy Forwood in action playing polo - April 1958

Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh with Prince Charles driving in their car on the road from Fort William to Fort Augustus in Scotland on Monday August 18th 1958

Virgin mother Emmimarie Jones. June 1956

Virgin mother Emmimarie Jones undergoing medical tests. June 1956

Mothers and their young babies on a Coventry bus circa 1958

Two of the one hundred and two West Indians seen here arriving at Heathrow Airport from Kingston, Jamaica. Mostly young couples

One hundred and two West Indians seen here arriving at Heathrow Airport from Kingston, Jamaica. Mostly young couples and families they were taken to Victoria Air Terminus after clearing customs.Young

CLIFF RICHARD LOOKING AT CONCERT POSTER WITH HIS NAME AS TOP-BILLING - 1958

Bobby Charlton (left for Manchester United) in an action clash with his brother Jack Charlton (right, for Leeds United). The match is Leeds United verses Manchester United at Elland Road

The traditional spectacle of Christmas, as choirboys and members of the Cross Guild of Liverpool Cathedral rehearse the bearing of the holly bough

West Indians give a party for white and black children. Children get together in the Notting Hill and North Kensington area

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"1958: A Year of Icons and Milestones" Step into the time machine and travel back to 1958, a year filled with remarkable moments that shaped history. In the world of science, Rosalind Franklin's groundbreaking work on DNA structure laid the foundation for future discoveries. Meanwhile, Maria Callas mesmerized audiences in her elegant Dior gowns, captivating hearts with her enchanting voice. On the roads, a classic VW Camper van painted in blue and white became an emblem of freedom and adventure. Music aficionados were treated to the genius compositions of Vaughan Williams, whose melodies still resonate today. And who can forget Pope Pius XII's influential role as he guided his flock through turbulent times? Sports enthusiasts cheered on the Brazilian Football Team during their triumphant journey at the 1958 World Cup – a team that would forever be etched in football history. Closer to home in Gloucestershire's Toddington Station, July 1958 brought nostalgic memories of steam trains chugging along amidst picturesque landscapes. The glamorous Tatler front-cover featuring Princess Margaret showcased timeless elegance fit for royalty. Meanwhile, car enthusiasts marveled at the sleek lines of an Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite - its creator remaining unknown but leaving an indelible mark on automotive design. In aviation news, Boeing Stratocruiser G-ANUB took flight from West African London Airport – symbolizing progress and connecting distant lands like never before. As we reflect upon this transformative year, let us celebrate these icons and milestones that continue to inspire generations even today.