Auxiliary Collection (#5)

Avro York C Mk. II prototype LV626
The sole Avro York C Mk.II prototype LV626, converted from the 1st prototype York, fitted with Bristol Hercules radial engines and the central auxiliary fin, as fitted to production Yorks

Native Auxiliaries Hurrying to Delhi, c1850s, (1901). Creator: George Francklin Atkinson
Native Auxiliaries Hurrying to Delhi, c1850s, (1901). Indian soldiers travelling by horse, camel, elephant and bullock cart. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol. I

H. M. Auxiliary Cruiser Coronado Camouflaged, (1919). Creator: Unknown
H.M. Auxiliary Cruiser " Coronado" Camouflaged, (1919). Camouflaged British Royal Navy cruiser during the First World War, 1914-1919

WW2 - ith the W. A. A. F. - The Boot Repairer
WW2 - With the W.A.A.F. - The Boot Repairer. Date: circa 1941

Saunders-Roe A19 Cloud, G-ABHG, in revised form with two 425hp Pratt & Whitney Wasp radials, an auxiliary aerofoil and three rudders

Unknown barquentine at anchor. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Unknown barquentine at anchor

Schooner Fantome under way, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Schooner Fantome under way, 1913

Three masted schooner at anchor. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Three masted schooner at anchor

An unknown topsail schooner under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
An unknown topsail schooner under way

The three masted auxiliary barque Apache. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The three masted auxiliary barque Apache

The 3 mast auxiliary schooner Czarina. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 3 mast auxiliary schooner Czarina. Czarina was Benjamin Nicholsons largest auxiliary topsail schooner

The 611 ton auxilary barque ship Belem, 1919. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 611 ton auxilary barque ship Belem, 1919. Belem was built in France by builders Chantiers Dubigeon, and launched in 1896

Auxiliary sailing ship Garina under sail, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Auxiliary sailing ship Garina under sail, 1911

The 3 masted auxiliary schooner St George, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 3 masted auxiliary schooner St George at anchor, 1911

The three mast auxiliary sailing yacht Utopia at anchor, 1913

Honours. Prudence, central detail of the tapestry # 2 representing the cart of Prudence manufactured by the Seven Liberal Arts, under the watchful eye of the auxiliary Virtues of Prudence

Conscription of German Soldiers for Service in America, c19th century. Artist: A Bobbell
Conscription of German Soldiers for Service in America, c19th century. The Hessians were 18th-century German auxiliaries contracted for military service by the British government

Army Reserve recruiting poster, 2014 (c).Produced by the British Army Recruiting Group for the Ministry of Defence, 2014 (c)

LFB exhibition, display of WW2 posters
A London Fire Brigade exhibition of photographs and appliances, with a display of WW2 recruitment posters for the AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service)

AFS woman in uniform, WW2
An Auxiliary Fire Service woman, Ellen Everritt, in uniform during the Second World War

Gas respirator equipment instruction, WW2
Auxiliary Fire Service members undergoing Gas Respirator equipment instruction during the Second World War

Auxiliary firefighters group photograph, WW2
Men and women of the Auxiliary Fire Service in a group photo

Auxiliary fireman in his AFS uniform, WW2
The walking out uniform issue to an AFS fireman. His fire kit would include a tin helmet, axe and pouch

Members of Ilford AFS at Barking Town Quay, WW2
Members of Ilford Auxiliary Fire Service at Barking Town Quay

Auxiliary Fire Service gas mask training, WW2
Women of the Auxiliary Fire Service undergoing gas mask training during the Second World War

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"Unsung Heroes: The Auxiliary Forces in Action" Firefighters on a tea break after battling the flames at St Katherines Dock - even heroes need a moment of respite. "Join the Fight. Recruitment poster for the Women's Army Corps (WaC) and Women's Royal Naval Service (WRNS) - empowering women to serve their country during wartime. " AFS women training in Highgate, London during World War II - breaking barriers and proving that bravery knows no gender. Holding up the R101 airship with unwavering strength and determination - auxiliary forces lending a helping hand in times of crisis. Building resilience from scratch: WW2 Auxiliary Military Pioneer Corps erecting Nissen Huts, providing shelter amidst chaos. United against adversity: Regulars and Auxiliaries standing side by side during the Blitz in London, demonstrating unwavering camaraderie. LCC-LFB Woolwich fire station serving as a beacon of hope amidst destruction in SE London - where courage meets compassion. AFS despatch rider and messenger navigating through war-torn streets during WW2, delivering crucial messages with speed and precision. Fearless firefighters from AFS combating fires during the Blitz in London, risking their lives to protect others' homes and livelihoods. Sub-station bustling with activity as taxis transport dedicated crews ready to face any emergency head-on during WW2. Wartime emergency appliance accompanied by a trailer pump from LFB, ensuring swift response even under challenging circumstances of WW2. The Westland Wapiti 1 aeroplane soaring through the skies as part aviation efforts – taking flight towards victory.