Alan Collection (#9)

President John F. Kennedy stoops to retrieve the Nation?
President John F. Kennedy stoops to retrieve the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Service Medal which he dropped while presenting the award to Commander Alan Shepard Jr, left

Alan Shepard Jr walks to Redstone launcher - Cape Canaveral
Alan Shepard Jr walks towards the Redstone launcher at Cape Canaveral prior to his successful 302mile suborbital lob on 5 May 1961. Date: 1961

Alan Shepard Jr lies on his back in a tilting chair dur?
Alan Shepard Jr lies on his back in a tilting chair during final pre-launch checks at hangars Area, on 5 May 1961, shortly before his successful 302mile suborbital lob. Date: 1961

Napier test pilots alongside a Hawker Tempest. From left: H. Ken Cartwright, Mike Randrup, J.F. Olver and Alan Sutcliffe DFM

British Prime Minister Visits The Western Front, 1944, (1945). Creator: Unknown
British Prime Minister Visits The Western Front, 1944, (1945). British Prime Minister Winston Churchill with Field Marshal Montgomery (1887-1976) on a visit to the Second Front during World War Two

Glasgow, Scotland - University of Glasgow - Union Building Date: circa 1930s

Jensen V8 of Alan Whiddington competing in the MCC Torquay Rally, 1938. Artist: Bill Brunell
Jensen V8 3622 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. BYU951. Event Entry No: 93. Driver: Whiddington, A.S. Award: Bronze. Place: M.C.C. Torquay Rally. Date: 15/16.7.38

Frazer-Nash of Alan Whiddington, B&HMC Brighton-Beer Trial, Fingle Bridge Hill, Devon, 1934
Frazer-Nash 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. HX1192, Event Entry No: 78 Driver: Whiddington, A.S. Place: Fingle Bridge Hill, Devon. B&HMC Brighton-Beer Trial. Date: 16/17.6.34

Alan Arnold at the Shelsley Walsh Amateur Hillclimb, Worcestershire, 1929. Artist: Bill Brunell
Place: Shelsley Walsh Amateur Hillclimb. Date: 4.5.29. Alan Arnold

AS Whiddingtons Frazer-Nash BMW ahead of RE Wrights Ford V8 at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937
Frazer-Nash BMW 1911 cc. Reg. No. CMT741. Event Entry No: 65 Driver: Whiddington, A.S. Middle: Ford V8 3622 cc. Reg. No. JW7470. Entry No: 68 Driver: Wright, R.E. No award. Place: M.C.C

Kay Petre in an Austin 7 works team racing car, Brooklands, 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell
Kay Petre in an Austin 7 works team racing car, Brooklands, 1937. Alan Whiddington in a Frazer Nash in the background

Alan Barnes, Matt Fishwick, Simon Thorpe, Henry Lowther and Frank Harrison, 22nd October 2016
Alan Barnes with Matt Fishwick, Simon Thorpe, Henry Lowther and Frank Harrison, Methodist Church, Loughton, Essex, 22nd October 2016

Alan Barnes, Methodist Church, Loughton, Essex, 22nd October 2016. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Barnes, Methodist Church, Loughton, Essex, 22nd October 2016

Alan Glen, Crawley Blues Festival, Hawth, Crawley, Oct 2015. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Glen, Crawley Blues Festival, Hawth, Crawley, Oct 2015

Manhattan Transfer, Odeon Hammersmith, 1988. Artist: Brian O Connor
Manhattan Transfer, Odeon Hammersmith, 1988

Alan Barnes, Birley Centre, Eastbourne, East Sussex, 2014. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Barnes, Birley Centre, Eastbourne, East Sussex, 2014

Alan Barnes, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1992. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Barnes, jazz musician, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1992

Mark Nightingale, Henry Lowther, Alex Garnett and Alan Stuart, Watermill, Dorking, Surrey, 2000
Mark Nightingale, Henry Lowther, Alex Garnett and Alan Stuart, Watermill, Dorking, Surrey

Alan Barnes with Art Themen, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Barnes and Art Themen, British jazz saxophonists, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales

Alan Barnes, British jazz saxophonist, Pizza Express, London. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Barnes, British jazz saxophonist, Pizza Express, London

Drummer Alan Jackson playing at The Stables, Wavendon, Buckinghamshire

Don Rendell, Steve Cook and Alan Jackson playing at The Stables, Wavendon, Buckinghamshire
Don Rendell (soprano saxophone), Steve Cook (bass guitar) and Alan Jackson (drums) playing at The Stables, Wavendon, Buckinghamshire. Pianist Michael Garrick is out of shot

Steve Cook (bass guitar) and Alan Jackson (drums) playing at The Stables, Wavendon, Buckinghamshire

Alan Jackson on the drums at The Stables, Wavendon, Buckinghamshire

The John Cox Trio and Derek Humble playing at the Civic Restaurant, Bristol, 1955. Humble on alto saxophone, John Kloop Cox on drums and Alan Hurley on the piano. The bassist is unknown

Alan Jackson (drums) and Don Weller (saxophone) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1980
Alan Jackson (drums) and Don Weller (saxophone) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 October 1980

Tenor saxophonist Alan Skidmore playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 16 November 1986

Alan Barnes, Under Ground Theatre, Eastbourne, East Sussex, 2015. Artists: Brian O Connor
Alan Barnes, Under Ground Theatre, Eastbourne, East Sussex, 2015

Manhattan Transfer (T. Hauser A. Paul C. Bentyne), Odeon Hammersmith, 1988. Artist: Brian O Connor
Manhatten Transfer (T.Hauser A.Paul C.Bentyne), Odeon Hammersmith, 1988

Alan Skidmore and Georgie Fame, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1991. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alan Skidmore and Georgie Fame, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1991

Alan Barnes (alto saxophone) playing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertforrdshire, 2002
Alan Barnes (alto saxophone) playing with his New Quartet at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 6 October 2002

Ardnamurchan lighthouse, Highland, Scotland. The lighthouse, built of pink granite by Alan Stevenson, began service in 1849. It stands just to the north of the most westerly point on Great Britain

Mirror image student doing Harry Worth mirror trick. Date: 1960s

Saddleback - Blencathra mountain - Gategill, Keswick, Lake D
Saddleback mountain - Blencathra mountain - Gategill, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria - gate on footpath

Molly Mops Cottage, Dorchester, Oxfordshire - good example of the brick and flint building style common throughout Chilterns area. Date: 1980s

Three weeks film
The three weeks film directed by Alan Crosland, shows the actors Aileen Pringle (1895-1989) and Conrad Nagel (1897-1970). Both images showing the lavish set of the tiger rug

UK, London, London Eye

UK, London, Buckingham Palace, Queen Victoria Memorial

UK, London, The City of London, The Lloyds Building

UK, London, The Monument, Internal spiral staircase

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"Alan: A Journey through Time and Places" Step into the world of Alan, where his remarkable story unfolds across various locations and eras. Starting with the Sir Alan Cobhams National Aviation Day Campaign poster, we are introduced to a man who dreams of conquering the skies. His passion takes him to Tryfan and Llyn Ogwen in North Wales, where he stands in awe of the majestic mountain and serene lake. But Alan's adventures don't stop there. From London's bustling streets, specifically Canary Wharf, he witnesses the city's vibrant energy as it pulses through its financial district. At The Cenotaph in Whitehall, London, he pays his respects to fallen heroes while contemplating their sacrifice for freedom. The National Aviation Day Display poster captures Alan's dedication to aviation as he immerses himself in this exhilarating world. Inspired by ALLEN: CHORUS LINE from 1920, a photograph that showcases a nude chorus line by Albert Arthur Allen, we see another side – someone who appreciates artistry and beauty. Moving forward in time to Stephen Wards sketches of celebrities from 1960s Britain, we catch glimpses of famous faces that have left an indelible mark on society. This artistic connection leads us to Project Mercury 7 - a reminder of humanity's quest for exploration beyond our planet. As evening falls over Lake Bala in Gwynedd, Wales; tranquility surrounds Alan once again. He finds solace amidst nature's wonders while reflecting on life’s journey thus far. The wassail bowl symbolizes celebration and camaraderie shared among friends – something that resonates deeply with Alan throughout his travels. Finally arriving at Turville village and windmill in Buckinghamshire brings about feelings of nostalgia as if stepping into a different era altogether. Here lies a sense of simplicity reminiscent of times gone by when life was slower-paced yet filled with charm.