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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

Background image1963 Collection: Douglas-Home / Alec

Douglas-Home / Alec
SIR ALEC DOUGLAS-HOME British Prime Minister (Conservative) 1963-4

Background image1963 Collection: The Flying Scotsman

The Flying Scotsman
The last run of the famous and popular steam locomotive The Flying Scotsman here leaving Kings Cross railway station, London, England, on its way back to Scotland

Background image1963 Collection: Ian Fleming Author the creator of James Bond 1963

Ian Fleming Author the creator of James Bond 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Peter Pears and Emanuel Hurwitz Aldeburgh Festival 1963

Peter Pears and Emanuel Hurwitz Aldeburgh Festival 1963
Peter Pears talking with Emanuel Hurwitz, violinist in the English Chamber Orchestra and Melos Ensemble during rehearsals of St Nicholas at Orford Church 23 June 1963 Aldeburgh Festival. Date: 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten Rehearsing

Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten Rehearsing
Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten rehearsing violin and piano in the Jubilee Hall for the Piano Trios recital in Aldeburgh Parish Church on 24 June 1963. Date: 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Benjamin Britten, Yehudi Menuhin

Benjamin Britten, Yehudi Menuhin
Rehearsal for Piano Trios Concert in the Aldeburgh Parish Church (24 June), Aldeburgh Festival 1963. Benjamin Britten (piano)

Background image1963 Collection: (1929-1968). American clergyman and reformer. At the March on Washington, 28 August 1963

(1929-1968). American clergyman and reformer. At the March on Washington, 28 August 1963
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. (1929-1968). American clergyman and reformer. At the March on Washington, 28 August 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Yuri Gagarin, Soviet cosmonaut

Yuri Gagarin, Soviet cosmonaut
Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin (1934-1968), Soviet cosmonaut and first man in space. Gagarin was born in the village of Klushino near Gzhatsk, Russia

Background image1963 Collection: Warner / Cricketer

Warner / Cricketer
Sir Pelham Francis Warner ( Plum ), English cricketer (1873-1963)

Background image1963 Collection: John Cowper Powys

John Cowper Powys
JOHN COWPER POWYS English Author of novels such as Owen Glendower (1940), poetry, philosophical and critical works

Background image1963 Collection: Janet Baker, Bryan Drake and Peter Pears

Janet Baker, Bryan Drake and Peter Pears
Janet Baker, Peter Pears and Bryan Drake rehearsing Schumann in the Jubilee Hall, for the concert in Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall on 21 June 1963, entitled Pot Pourri

Background image1963 Collection: Benjamin Britten, Yehudi Menuhin

Benjamin Britten, Yehudi Menuhin
Rehearsal for Piano Trios Concert in the Aldeburgh Parish Church (24 June), Aldeburgh Festival 1963. Benjamin Britten (piano)

Background image1963 Collection: Horstead Watermill

Horstead Watermill, on the River Bure, Norfolk, was one of the most beautiful weatherboarded wooden mills in England. Tragically destroyed by fire on 23 January 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Jack Hobbs / Cricketer

Jack Hobbs / Cricketer
Jack Hobbs (Sir John Berry Hobbs), English cricketer (1882-1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Swiss film actress. Film still from Dr. No, 1962

Swiss film actress. Film still from Dr. No, 1962
URSULA ANDRESS (1936-). Swiss film actress. Film still from Dr. No, 1962

Background image1963 Collection: Morris Minor 1000 Convertible 1963 Green tan roof

Morris Minor 1000 Convertible 1963 Green tan roof
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Background image1963 Collection: The Duke of Bedford public house, North Shields 18th December 1963

The Duke of Bedford public house, North Shields 18th December 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Lord Denning, Minister of the Rolls arrives at Waterloo Station to present his report

Lord Denning, Minister of the Rolls arrives at Waterloo Station to present his report into the Profumo scandal to the Prime Minister. 16th September 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Austin Mini body shells are spray painted in the paint shop on production line at

Austin Mini body shells are spray painted in the paint shop on production line at Longbridge. 10th March 1963

Background image1963 Collection: The Austin Mini production line at Longbridge. 10th March 1963

The Austin Mini production line at Longbridge. 10th March 1963. A completed Austin Mini is driven on to a car transporter at Longbridge for delivery to a Austin showroom

Background image1963 Collection: The Beatles in concert at ABC Cinema Northampton 6 November 1963

The Beatles in concert at ABC Cinema Northampton 6 November 1963. Left to right: Paul McCartney, George Harrison, John Lennon, and Ringo Starr

Background image1963 Collection: Beagle A. 61 Terrier 2 G-ASAC

Beagle A. 61 Terrier 2 G-ASAC
Beagle A.61 Terrier 2 G-ASAC (msn B.606, ex WE587), of the Airways Aero Club. Auster converted a number of ex- Army aircraft which became the Auster 6B

Background image1963 Collection: Music cover, Hello, Dolly! Louis Armstrong

Music cover, Hello, Dolly! Louis Armstrong
Music cover, Hello, Dolly! Words and music by Jerry Herman, recorded by Louis Armstrong. 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Gordon Highlander interrogated by German Officers

Gordon Highlander interrogated by German Officers
I won t - After a raid on the British lines in Northern France, a Gordon Highlander is being interrogated by German Officers.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

Background image1963 Collection: Corwen Station, 1963

Corwen Station, 1963
Corwen Station pictured on 15th July 1963 as locomotive No. 75027 steams into the down platform from Ruabon. The main station buildings unusual double canopy is clear to see in this image

Background image1963 Collection: Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) outside the Flamingo Jazz Club in Wardour Street

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) outside the Flamingo Jazz Club in Wardour Street, Soho on the day of his arrival in London. He is in Britain for a non-title fight against Henry Cooper at Wembley on 18th

Background image1963 Collection: Tottenham Hotspur European Cup Winners Cup Winners May 1963 Terry Dyson & Jimmy

Tottenham Hotspur European Cup Winners Cup Winners May 1963 Terry Dyson & Jimmy Greaves hold the cup and give a thumbs up gesture © Mirrorpix

Background image1963 Collection: Housing slums in the Dalmarnock district of Glasgow the deralict tenament housing with

Housing slums in the Dalmarnock district of Glasgow the deralict tenament housing with its windows broken a load of washing is hung out to dry October 1963

Background image1963 Collection: 1963 Ford Zephyr Police car. Creator: Unknown

1963 Ford Zephyr Police car. Creator: Unknown
1963 Ford Zephyr Police car

Background image1963 Collection: Hayley Mills in The Chalk Garden

Hayley Mills in The Chalk Garden
The young British actress Hayley Mills (b.1946) during the filming of The Chalk Garden, released in 1964. Date: 1963-1964

Background image1963 Collection: Super Constellation 145925 Project Magnet UFO Investigation

Super Constellation 145925 Project Magnet UFO Investigation
A very rare photograph of a modified Super Constellation 145925, fitted with highly sensistive magnetometers. The aircraft was part of the TOP SECRET Project Magnet - a UFO Investigation run by

Background image1963 Collection: The Farewell

The Farewell. Fortunino Matania, RI (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Background image1963 Collection: USA, Drowning girl

USA, Drowning girl
Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997), Drowning Girl, 1963, oil and synthetic polymer paint on canvas, 171, 6 x 169, 5 cm

Background image1963 Collection: Ferrari 250 GTO (contemporary recreation, custom aluminiium body on 330 GT chassis), 1963, Red

Ferrari 250 GTO (contemporary recreation, custom aluminiium body on 330 GT chassis), 1963, Red
Ferrari 250 GTO (contemporary recreation, custom aluminiium body on 330 GT chassis) 1963 Red

Background image1963 Collection: 35th President of the United States. Kennedy and his wife, Jacqueline

35th President of the United States. Kennedy and his wife, Jacqueline, with Texas Governor John Connally and his wife
JOHN F. KENNEDY (1917-1963). 35th President of the United States. Kennedy and his wife, Jacqueline, with Texas Governor John Connally and his wife, Nellie, riding in an open car through Dallas

Background image1963 Collection: 35th President of the United States. Photographed with his secretary, Evelyn Lincoln

35th President of the United States. Photographed with his secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and with his son, John F
JOHN F. KENNEDY (1917-1963). 35th President of the United States. Photographed with his secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and with his son, John F. Kennedy, Jr. in the Presidents office

Background image1963 Collection: LCC-LFB Fire engines in the HQ drill yard

LCC-LFB Fire engines in the HQ drill yard
Lambeth fire station appliances in the drill yard together with senior officer staff cars, and a lorry delivering stores

Background image1963 Collection: LCC-LFB Aftermath of a major school fire, Hackney

LCC-LFB Aftermath of a major school fire, Hackney
A major fire destroyed over 50% of the school roof and a quarter of the first floor classrooms at the Hackney Downs School in East London

Background image1963 Collection: Ferrari 250 GTO series 2

Ferrari 250 GTO series 2

Background image1963 Collection: Ford Thunderbird America

Ford Thunderbird America

Background image1963 Collection: Citroen 2CV French

Citroen 2CV French

Background image1963 Collection: Aston Martin DB4 Series 5

Aston Martin DB4 Series 5

Background image1963 Collection: Che Guevara / 1963

Che Guevara / 1963
ERNESTO GUEVARA Known as CHE GUEVARA Latin American guerrilla leader and revolutionary theorist. Holding a cigar. *UNAVAILABLE FOR USE IN ASIA AT PRESENT*

Background image1963 Collection: Deep snowdrifts near Crediton, Devon

Deep snowdrifts near Crediton, Devon
A deep snowdrift alongside a country lane where a woman attempts to take her dog for a walk. The snow has formed an interesting sculptural shape

Background image1963 Collection: Ufos / New Mexico / Villa

Ufos / New Mexico / Villa
UFO from Coma Berenices whose nine occupants spoke with Paul Villa for 90 minutes at Peralta, though what they talked about, no one knows 1 of 4

Background image1963 Collection: The Vickers VC 10 built for B. O. A. C. by British Aircraft Corporation

The Vickers VC 10 built for B. O. A. C. by British Aircraft Corporation
The Vickers VC 10 built for B.O.A.C. by British Aircraft Corporation and powered by Rolls-Royce Conway engines. Date: circa 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Rudolf Nureyev during the press call for the Royal Ballets latest production Marguerite

Rudolf Nureyev during the press call for the Royal Ballets latest production Marguerite and Armand. March 1963

Background image1963 Collection: Judy Garland in London with her children Joey and Lorna Luft. 1960

Judy Garland in London with her children Joey and Lorna Luft. 1960




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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.