Broadcasting Collection (page 3)

Crystal Palace park 35098_030
Site of The Crystal Palace, which was destroyed by fire in 1936, and the Crystal Palace Transmitting Station, Penge, Greater London, 2021

Black Beacon EFC01_01_03_127_57009
Black Beacon, Orford Ness, Orford, East Suffolk, England, UK. A view of the Black Beacon and its associated power house from the west with Orfordness Lighthouse in the distance

Transport Minister on TV JLP01_11_56739
Second Severn Crossing, M4 Motorway, New Passage, Pilning and Severn Beach, South Gloucestershire. Robert Key, Transport Minister

Beowulf filmset 28816_047
Film set for the Beowulf television series, County Durham, 2015. NY9336

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Film set for the Beowulf television series, County Durham, 2015. NY9336

Skytree, Sumida, Tokyo, Japan

BBC Broadcasting House, London early 1900s

Six-Sixty Safety Valves, wireless radio 1920s Date: 1920s

Advert, HMV television with Emiscope tube
Advert, HMV Television with Emiscope tube Date: 1952

Booklet cover, Ediswan TV sets
Booklet cover, How to choose a Television Set, Ediswan Date: 1951

John Snagge and Elizabeth Cowell at the BBC
John Snagge (1904-1996) was a BBC newsreader and commentator, who was made Presentation Director at the start of World War II

Elizabeth Cowell, BBC announcer
Elizabeth Cowell (1912-1998) was the first female television announcer. She made her debut with the BBC in 1936. Date: 1940

BBC radio announcers
Portraits of BBC radio announcers Frank Phillips, Joseph MacLeod, Alan Howland and Alvar Lidell. Date: circa 1940

British actors at a microphone
British actors Greer Garson (1904-1996), Leslie Howard (1893-1943), Vivien Leigh (1913-1967), Brian Aherne (1902-1986), Ronald Coleman (1891-1958) and Basil Rathbone (1892-1967) in Hollywood

Caricature illustration, Highland Bull with radio aerial, with herdsman listening below. Captioned, Things seen and heard'

LSO musicians supporting BBC musicians, London
London Symphony Orchestra musicians supporting BBC musicians outside Broadcasting House, London, 27 June 1980. The strike by BBC musicians began when the BBC put forward plans to discontinue five

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). El receptor de radio (The radio receiver). Poster dited in Valencia. SPAIN. Salamanca. Archivo Historico Nacional

Frank Muir, English comedy writer and media personality
Frank Muir (1920-1998), English comedy writer, and radio and television personality. Date: circa 1970s

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Broadcast tower at Howard University during commencement exercises, Washington, D. C, 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Broadcast tower at Howard University during commencement exercises

Tv Cameraman Display Top Of Broadcasting House The Wimbledon Championships 2012 The Wimbledon Championships 2012 The All England Tennis Club, Wimbledon, London

Flower Display On Top Of Broadcasting House Wimbledon Championships 2011 Wimbledon Championships 2011 Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon, England 21 June 2011 WIMBLEDON, LONDON

View From Broadcasting House The Wimbledon Championships 2012 The Wimbledon Championships 2012 The All England Tennis Club, Wimbledon, London, England 28 June 2012 THE ALL ENGLAND TENNIS CLUB

Television Set with Antenna
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Space Technology
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Godfrey, Cooper and DeFrance on the Ramp, 1948. Creator: NASA
Godfrey, Cooper and DeFrance on the Ramp, California, USA, 1948. Radio and early television personality Arthur Godfrey, (left) has a discussion with NACA civilian pilot George Cooper

Dave Grusin Stan Britt, Central Park Hotel, London, 3. 88. Creator: Brian O'Connor
Dave Grusin Stan Britt, Central Park Hotel, London, 3.88

Portrait of Chef Maurice Hervieux at the microphone at the Hotel Commodore
MNY380616 Portrait of Chef Maurice Hervieux at the microphone at the Hotel Commodore, 1930 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x20.3 cm; Museum of the City of New York

An early outside broadcast by the BBC from London Zoo as technicians attempted to record
STC427904 An early outside broadcast by the BBC from London Zoo as technicians attempted to record the sound of screeching from the aviary, from Wonderful London

Bairds Ultra-Short Wave Radio Transmitter
Bairds Ultra-Short Wave 10KW Radio Transmitter at his Experimental Station used for sending out television to Greater London and the Home Counties Date: 1937

Monitoring radio stations for news to rush to editors Date: 1941

Marconi EMI Emitron Camera System of Television, showing the film projector and the camera used in the televising of films. Date: 1937

Home receiver for television, giving a black and white picture 12 inches by 9 inches, which is so bright that it can be clearly seen even when the room lights are

High definition television, scene from new opera, Mr Pickwick, with music by Albert Coates, produced by Vladimir Rosing, presented by Dallas Bower

High definition television, preparing for a boxing match at Baird Experimental Studios, prior to televising by the Intermediate-Film System

High definition television, a Spanish scene enacted in one of the Baird Experimental Studios, televising by the Intermediate-Film System Date: 1937

Front cover of Television up-to-date by Robert W Hutchinson Date: 1937

Broadcasting soon after an air raid, WW2
Broadcasting soon after an air raid, with bombed buildings in the background, during WW2 Date: 1941

BBC staff take turns firewatching on roof, WW2
BBC staff take turns firewatching on the roof during WW2 Date: 1941

BBC Late Low Definition Television Control Room. On the right is the mirror-drum projection scanner, on the left are the two checking receivers

BBC Late Low Definition Television Studio looking towards the Control Room. The large black curtain screened the orchestra and their lights from the photo-electric cells

Cover design, BBC at War booklet by Antonia White, WW2
Cover design, BBC at War booklet by Antonia White Date: 1941

Comic postcard, Man listening to the radio Date: 20th century

Bush House, Kingsway, London. Date: circa 1910s

Ben Salvin and his Colombia Recording Orchestra, 1928 Date: 1928

First French public radio broadcast from the radio station of Sainte-Assise on 26th
CHT276301 First French public radio broadcast from the radio station of Sainte-Assise on 26th November 1921 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); CNAM

Advert, Atwater Kent Model 35 Radio. 1926

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"Broadcasting: A Journey through the Waves of Communication" Step aboard the Pirate Radio ship, where rebellion met melody on the Essex coast. Radio Caroline, a symbol of freedom and defiance, defied conventional norms to bring music to the masses. In another corner history, Radio London made waves along the Essex coast. Its vibrant energy resonated with listeners who craved an alternative sound. While radio ruled the airwaves, television emerged as a visual medium captivating audiences across Britain. From Alexandra Palace to Television Centre, these iconic landmarks became gateways into new realms of entertainment and information. The soothing voice of David Attenborough echoed through our screens as he unveiled nature's wonders. This British naturalist brought us closer to wildlife than ever before, inspiring generations to cherish and protect our planet. Behind every successful broadcast lies meticulous planning and innovation. The BBC Broadcasting House stood tall as a hub for creativity and excellence since 1935. It served as a beacon for journalism that informed and educated millions worldwide. From Archie Andrews' comedic antics to Peter Brough's ventriloquism mastery and Vera Lynn's enchanting melodies - these beloved figures graced our radios with their talent, bringing joy into countless homes across Britain. At the heart of it all was technology - tape recorders revolutionized how we captured sound forever. With each click of its buttons, memories were preserved in time; stories waiting patiently to be shared once more. And let us not forget Bonzo adding his unique flair by introducing a fifth member to any quartet. His playful spirit reminded us that even within structured broadcasts, there is room for unexpected surprises that make life all the more colorful. Through pirate ships sailing against conformity or renowned broadcasters shaping cultural landscapes - broadcasting has been an ever-evolving force connecting people near and far. It continues to shape our world today by bridging gaps between communities while celebrating diversity in all its forms.