1970 Collection (#76)

Communist China - communication team in water
Adults and children, members of a philosophy communication team, crossing a river in the mountainous area of Dabie, in Henan (He Nan)

Communist China - workers playing basketball
Workers playing and watching a game of basketball after work during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China. circa 1970

Communist China - State Propaganda Booklet
Young woman member of a communication team, reading Maos Little Red Book with a poor female farmer during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China

Communist China - workers in sports session
Workers having fun taking part in a tug of war session during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China. circa 1970

Communist China - workers playing table tennis
Workers playing and watching a game of table tennis during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China. circa 1970

Communist China - training exercise in water
Swimmers in the water in Communist China, taking part in a training exercise to build up their mental and physical strength. They are male and female, some of them carrying rifles. circa 1970

Communist China - communal exercise session
Communal exercise session for timberyard workers during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China. circa 1970

Communist China - Wu Han City commemoration
People (soldiers and civilians) parading through the streets of Wu Han City (Wuhan) in Communist China during the Cultural Revolution era

Communist China - school-based factory
Students in school in Communist China, making notes and learning about machinery in a school-based mini-factory. circa 1970

Communist China - children in a classroom
Children in a classroom in Communist China, one of them standing up to speak. During the Cultural Revolution there was much emphasis on the raising of standards, and active learning was part of this

2nd Bn en route from the docks during the General Strike
Photograph of the 2nd Bn en route from the docks during the General Strike, May 1926.Photograph associated with Regimental Command

Construction of a roadblock, checkpoints
One of twelve photographs showing the construction of a roadblock, checkpoints, patrol and the aftermath of an explosion, Northern Ireland

The Long + Short of It. Kilmainham Camp Dublin
Photograph: The Long + Short of It. Kilmainham Camp Dublin 1922.From an album of 82 photographs compiled by Brig Bowcher Campbell Stenhouse Clarke DSO (d 1969)

Man at a wrought iron gate, Spain
Man at a decorative wrought iron gate, Spain. circa 1970

Three men outside shop, Spain
Three men seated on the window sill of a butchers shop in Spain. circa 1970

Scene in Red Square, Moscow, Russia, with a photographer asleep in a chair. circa 1970

People at Speakers Corner, Hyde Park, London, England. circa 1970

People relaxing at Goodwood, West Sussex
Seated woman and soldier relaxing at Goodwood, West Sussex, England. circa 1970

Kissing couple in a park, Paris, France. circa 1970

French farmer with his tractor
Happy French farmer with his tractor. circa 1970

Scene in an art gallery, England
Silhouetted figures in an art gallery, England. circa 1970

People rowing at Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Two men on a punt, with people rowing in the distance at Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England. circa 1970

Young woman at Tate Gallery, London
Young woman looking at Edgar Degass statue, Little Dancer Aged Fourteen, at The Tate Gallery, London, England. circa 1970

Visitors resting in The Tate Gallery, London
Visitors resting on a bench in The Tate Gallery, London, England. circa 1970

Boys looking at steam engines, Hampshire
Two boys looking at steam engines at a festival in Hampshire, England. circa 1970

Gondolier in Venice, Italy. circa 1970

People on a boat off the coast of Venice, Italy. circa 1970

Tel Aviv. Great Synagogue by Yehuda Magidovitch
Tel Aviv. Great Synagogue. Designed by Yehuda Magidovitch in 1922 and completed in 1926. Renovated in 1970 with a new external facade of arches

Woman looks surprised entering room decorated for Christmas
Woman in 1970s dress and headscarf is caught with surprise when entering room decorated for Christmas with a heavy wallpaper pattern. Middlesbrough, England. Date: 1970s

Scene at Gatwick Airport, Sussex, January 1970, with passengers and staff at the General Enquiries desk. Date: 1970

Couple sunbathing on a sandy beach
A middle-aged couple enjoying the sun on a warm, sandy beach. Possibly in Malta or somewhere else in the Western Mediterranean. Date: 1970s

Dog with a hat and balloon in a 1970s living room
A dog wearing a hat stands on its hind legs, with a balloon in its mouth, held by a woman in slippers, in a heavily wallpapered 1970s living room. Middlesbrough, England. Date: 1970s

Woman feeding a dog ice cream in 1970s living room
Woman feeding ice cream to a dog on its hind legs in a 1970s living room. Middlesbrough. Date: 1970s

Womens hairstyles
A young woman in profile with an elaborately curled hairstyle. Date: 1970

Sunset at Florida Keys, Florida, USA. Date: circa 1970

The Carlyle, Florida, USA, an art deco style building. Date: 1970

Large man taking a shower, Florida, USA
Large man taking a shower on a beach in Florida, USA. 1970

Loading the Mail Train
A Royal Mail train service is loaded with post bags. Date: circa 1970

KERENSKY / ILZ / 1927
ALEKSANDR FYODOROVICH KERENSKY Russian Revolutionary leader in 1927, while at a conference in America Date: 1881 - 1970

Vera Brittain / Ziegler
VERA MARY BRITTAIN English writer Date: 1896? - 1970

Kerensky / Saluting / 1917
ALEKSANDR FYODOROVICH KERENSKY Russian Revolutionary leader saluting in 1917 Date: 1881 - 1970

Mother and daughter in matching knitted outfits. 1970

Standard Poodles - Winners of Progeny Class - Windsor
Fourteen Standard Poodles - Winners of the Progeny Class - Windsor Dog Show. Date: 1972

Douglas DC-3 G-AGKE Gulf Aviation Bahrain 1970
Douglas DC-3 G-AGKE operated by Gulf Aviation out of Bahrain on 15 February 1970 Date: 1970

Vickers VC10 C1 XV106 10 Sqn RAF Auckland 1970
Vickers VC10 C1 XV106 of 10 Squadron RAF Air Support Command at Auckland on 21 June 1970 Date: 1970

BAC 1-11 A12-124 RaF
BAC 1-11 A12-124 of the Royal Australian Air Force at Perth airport Date: circa 1970

Bristol Britannia 312 G-AOVN Monarch 1970
Bristol Britannia 312 G-AOVN of Monarch Airlines in 1970 Date: 1970

Maidencombe Hotel, Maidencombe, Devon
Maidencombe Hotel, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon, England. Showing Swimming Pool Date: 1970

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"1970: A Year of Iconic Moments and Timeless Classics" In the world of sports, 1970 witnessed a historic exchange between two football legends. Pele of Brazil and Bobby Moore of England shared a momentous gesture as they swapped shirts after an intense World Cup Group C match. Meanwhile, the music scene mourned the loss of an extraordinary talent. Jimi Hendrix, the American musician known for his electrifying performances, left an indelible mark on Berkeley, California during one of his final concerts in 1970. On the roads, car enthusiasts reveled in the power and style offered by iconic vehicles like Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 - a true embodiment of muscle cars. Ford Cortina 1600E and Ford Escort Mk. 1 also made their presence felt with their sleek designs and impressive performance. Fashion met elegance as actress Jane Birkin strolled through Paris in June 1970, showcasing her impeccable taste while shopping. And who could forget the timeless charm exuded by VW Volkswagen Classic Camper van? Its blue and white exterior became synonymous with adventure and freedom. The small screen brought laughter to households with "Steptoe and Son, " a beloved TV comedy that entertained audiences throughout 1970. Meanwhile, James Bond fans were captivated by Triumph Stag's appearance in "Diamonds are Forever, " its vibrant yellow color adding excitement to every scene it graced. Automotive enthusiasts had more reasons to rejoice with stunning models like Chrysler Three Hundred making waves on the streets alongside classics like Morris Minor - both capturing hearts with their unique charm. As we look back at this remarkable year filled with unforgettable moments across sports, music, fashion, television shows, and automobiles – it is clear that 1970 will forever hold a special place in our collective memory as a time when icons were born and legacies were created.