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1963 Collection (#11)

"1963: A Year of Contrasts and Cultural Shifts" In the midst of a changing world, 1963 brought forth a myriad of events that shaped history

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Rice harvest spread out to dry, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Rice harvest spread out to dry, 1963 (photo)
6009746 Taiwan: Rice harvest spread out to dry, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rice harvest spread out to dry, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Buddhist monks climbing mountain, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Buddhist monks climbing mountain, 1963 (photo)
6009745 Taiwan: Buddhist monks climbing mountain, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buddhist monks climbing mountain, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Harvesting pineapples, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Harvesting pineapples, 1963 (photo)
6009737 Taiwan: Harvesting pineapples, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harvesting pineapples, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Promotional voucher, Daz Washing Powder

Promotional voucher, Daz Washing Powder, 5d off a large or giant packet, July 1963. 1963

Background image1963 Collection: View of Mevagissey Harbour, Cornwall

View of Mevagissey Harbour, Cornwall, July 1963. 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Managing Director of Welbeck Minicabs accepts new fleet cars

Managing Director of Welbeck Minicabs accepts new fleet cars
Mr Sidney Goldberg, the Managing Director of Welbeck Minicabs of London, accepts the first of his new fleet of 300 Ford Cortinas. 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Dame Barbara Salt

Dame Barbara Salt (1904-1975), the first British woman in the Diplomatic Service to become Counsellor, Minister and Ambassador-Designate

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Lion Dancing as part of lunar New Years fun, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Lion Dancing as part of lunar New Years fun, 1963 (photo)
6009747 Taiwan: Lion Dancing as part of lunar New Years fun, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lion Dancing as part of lunar New Years fun, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Sorghum from which Kaoliang wine is made, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Sorghum from which Kaoliang wine is made, 1963 (photo)
6009742 Taiwan: Sorghum from which Kaoliang wine is made, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sorghum from which Kaoliang wine is made, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Girls picking tea leaves, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Girls picking tea leaves, 1963 (photo)
6009741 Taiwan: Girls picking tea leaves, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girls picking tea leaves, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Taoism, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Taoism, 1963 (photo)
6009752 Taiwan: Taoism, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taoism, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Spring Lantern Dance, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Spring Lantern Dance, 1963 (photo)
6009749 Taiwan: Spring Lantern Dance, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spring Lantern Dance, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Chinese opera, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Chinese opera, 1963 (photo)
6009743 Taiwan: Chinese opera, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese opera, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Taiwan: Young Artist, 1963 (photo)

Taiwan: Young Artist, 1963 (photo)
6009750 Taiwan: Young Artist, 1963 (photo) by Chinese Photographer, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young Artist, 1963)

Background image1963 Collection: 1880

1880
Roland Bucheli

Background image1963 Collection: US classic car 1963 impala

US classic car 1963 impala
Beate Gube

Background image1963 Collection: US classic car 1963 Bonneville

US classic car 1963 Bonneville
Beate Gube

Background image1963 Collection: George Cohen of Fulham in training. May 1963

George Cohen of Fulham in training. May 1963

Background image1963 Collection: The inaugural day of the first passenger hovercraft service on the Thames with a Denny D2

The inaugural day of the first passenger hovercraft service on the Thames with a Denny D2 Hoverbus, was commenced from the Festival Hall Pier.1st July 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Margot Fonteyn during the press call for the Royal Ballets latest production Marguerite

Margot Fonteyn during the press call for the Royal Ballets latest production Marguerite and Armand. March 1963

Background image1963 Collection: The new ambulance for animals presented by the Daily Mirror National Pets Club to

The new ambulance for animals presented by the Daily Mirror National Pets Club to the animal hospital of the PDSA at Ilford, Essex

Background image1963 Collection: A dog having its injuries treated by the PDSA. It was picked up by a policeman

A dog having its injuries treated by the PDSA. It was picked up by a policeman and taken to the local station, where the PDSA collected it in the new PDSA ambulance donated by the Daily Mirror

Background image1963 Collection: Wales Starting XI v England, Ninian Park, Cardiff, Saturday 12th October 1963

Wales Starting XI v England, Ninian Park, Cardiff, Saturday 12th October 1963. Standing, left to right, Mike England, Terry Hennessey, Dave Hollins, Graham Williams, Ollie Burton and Wyn Davies

Background image1963 Collection: Wales Team to face Hungry this evening Wednesday 20th March 1963

Wales Team to face Hungry this evening Wednesday 20th March 1963, in the UEFA European Championship Preliminary round 2nd leg at Ninian Park in Cardiff

Background image1963 Collection: Jimmy Murphy, Wales Team Manager talks tactics with Ivor Alchurch

Jimmy Murphy, Wales Team Manager talks tactics with Ivor Alchurch, Roy Vernon and John Charles, during a practice session today Thursday 10th October 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Exercises by the Great Yarmouth lifeboat The Earl and Countess of Howe at Porstmouth

Exercises by the Great Yarmouth lifeboat The Earl and Countess of Howe at Porstmouth. The boat was turned completely over by means of straps attached to a dockyard crane

Background image1963 Collection: A billowing inferno of flame and smoke swirls 250ft into the sky from a man made lake of

A billowing inferno of flame and smoke swirls 250ft into the sky from a man made lake of 6, 000 gallons of fuel oil. Moving slowly through the blaze is a specially fire-proofed lifeboat steered by

Background image1963 Collection: A new rescue craft was tested at Littlehampton, Sussex, Wednesday 17th April, 1963

A new rescue craft was tested at Littlehampton, Sussex, Wednesday 17th April, 1963. It 13 the R.F.D. " Zodiac" - a high speed inflatable all weather craft powered by an outboard engine

Background image1963 Collection: The largest self-righting lifeboat to be built for the Royal National Lifeboat

The largest self-righting lifeboat to be built for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, was tested at Portsmouth today. It was the 48ft

Background image1963 Collection: The new self-righting lifeboat The Will and Fanny Kirby

The new self-righting lifeboat The Will and Fanny Kirby leaves Littlehampton for ramsgate on the first leg of her journey to Seaham Harbour

Background image1963 Collection: The Mumbles lifeboat plunges down from the slipway as she leaves to deliver Christmas

The Mumbles lifeboat plunges down from the slipway as she leaves to deliver Christmas Cards to various light vessels in the Bristol Channel. 23rd December 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Lifeboat in operation in Rhyl, North Wales. May 1963

Lifeboat in operation in Rhyl, North Wales. May 1963

Background image1963 Collection: The Barry Dock lifeboat pictures on her return to Barry following a search for a missing

The Barry Dock lifeboat pictures on her return to Barry following a search for a missing man which was called off. 28th March 1963

Background image1963 Collection: The exterior of the Royal Institution of South Wales which recently underwent an

The exterior of the Royal Institution of South Wales which recently underwent an extensive facelift. Erected in 1840 the design is neo-classic

Background image1963 Collection: Bobby Charlton for Manchester United (centre) Picture taken during Manchester

Bobby Charlton for Manchester United (centre) Picture taken during Manchester United verses Blackburn Rovers. Picture date is not clear

Background image1963 Collection: Princess Grace arrives at London Airport. 7th January 1963

Princess Grace arrives at London Airport. 7th January 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur, at Old Trafford. Picture shows Bobby

Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur, at Old Trafford. Picture shows Bobby Charlton far left, and Denis Law and Graham Moore far right

Background image1963 Collection: Grimsby fish market, Lincolnshire. 26th September 1963

Grimsby fish market, Lincolnshire. 26th September 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Rainier III, Prince of Monaco and Princess Grace arrive at London Airport

Rainier III, Prince of Monaco and Princess Grace arrive at London Airport. 7th January 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Shops on Evington Road, Leicester 22nd November 1963

Shops on Evington Road, Leicester 22nd November 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Six mothers are today tending to their own children at Jaffray Hospital, Erdington

Six mothers are today tending to their own children at Jaffray Hospital, Erdington, and four of them have taken their other children with them to stay and play

Background image1963 Collection: Nurse Phoebe Barrett, aged 22, in one of the consultant examination rooms at Birmingham

Nurse Phoebe Barrett, aged 22, in one of the consultant examination rooms at Birmingham Womens Hospital, Sparkhill. 2nd May 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Princess Grace of Monaco leaving the Connaught Hotel, Mayfair

Princess Grace of Monaco leaving the Connaught Hotel, Mayfair, to go to the MGM film studios at Borehamwood. She watched the editing on a film about Monaco that she

Background image1963 Collection: Lord Beaverbrook and his son Max Aitken at Heathrow Airport, London - 18th February 1963

Lord Beaverbrook and his son Max Aitken at Heathrow Airport, London - 18th February 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Coleridge School Football Team gym training session, Cambridge, January 1963

Coleridge School Football Team gym training session, Cambridge, January 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Left to right, Noel Whitcomb, Des O Connor and Peter Goodwright. 30th July 1963

Left to right, Noel Whitcomb, Des O Connor and Peter Goodwright. 30th July 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Mike Halewood, World 500cc Champion is taken from the course after being injured when

Mike Halewood, World 500cc Champion is taken from the course after being injured when leading, Brands Hatch, Friday 12th April 1963




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"1963: A Year of Contrasts and Cultural Shifts" In the midst of a changing world, 1963 brought forth a myriad of events that shaped history. The Lambretta Li 150 Special zoomed through the streets, symbolizing the spirit of freedom and rebellion. Meanwhile, in Saigon, South Vietnam, Buddhist monk Thich Quang Duc made an indelible mark on humanity's conscience by committing self-immolation as a powerful protest against President Ngo Dinh Diem's anti-Buddhist measures. Caravans dotted Martello Camp in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, serving as humble abodes for families seeking respite from their daily lives. It was here that Malcolm X emerged as an influential religious and political leader with his unwavering dedication to civil rights. Amidst these scenes of everyday life were glimpses into popular culture. Sobranie cigarettes advertised their allure with sophistication and style while THE SUPREMES captivated audiences worldwide with their mesmerizing harmonies - Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, and Diana Ross captivating hearts on stage. The Anderton Boat Lift stood tall as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering marvels while Bishop Rock Lighthouse braved treacherous gales to guide ships safely through stormy seas. In the automotive realm, the Austin Healey 3000 Mk. 2 painted itself red - a symbol of power and elegance that turned heads wherever it went. As London hosted its prestigious Film Festival in 1963, cinema enthusiasts eagerly awaited new stories unfolding on screen - tales that would inspire generations to come. Through triumphs and challenges alike, 1963 proved itself to be a year where strength prevailed amidst adversity; where voices rose against injustice; where artistry flourished; where innovation pushed boundaries; where cultural icons left an indelible mark upon our collective memory.