Childhood Collection (page 100)

The Horse Rangers of the Commonwealth Association paraded in Trafalgar Sqand were inspected by ex. R.S.M. Ronald Britten late of the Coldstream Guards

Toddler Nadies Bagdadi watches acrobats rehearse the new cha chi chou on Ice Show. June 1953 D3345

Mr. and Mrs. George Atkins of Crawley Surrey with Noel Whitcomb and Arthur Askey. Arthur Askey has his arm round Ronald and Robert (13 and 14- while Beverly Anne aged 4 looks up at Askey)

"18 month old Rachel Atkinson mum wasn t there yesterday when she won £1
" 18 month old Rachel Atkinson mum wasn t there yesterday when she won £ 1, 000 at a National baby contest. While she was being judged baby girl of the year Rachels mum was in hospital

Boy scout David Harrison in his seat inside Westminster Abbey for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. February 1953 D796

Little girl watches a boy being fed. February 1953 D740

Little girl cooking on her stove as a little boy sits at the table waiting to be fed February 1953 D740-001

Australian, Italian and French boys visit England. February 1953 D864

Bath time for one year old Kathleen Skelly is the happiest moments for her at the Regents Park day nursery, in London. March 1953 D1457-001

Young girl holding her pet rabbit February 1953 D835

Toddler Jennifer Biggs aged 17 months 17 seen here dancing at a Reading hotel. April 1953 D1708

Family pictures of Alan and Maureen Rothwell, with babies Tody aged 2 years and Ben aged 16 months, playing on the swings and slides at their local play ground. November 1969 Z11219-010

A woman outside with her son standing on a gate in a country field November 1969 Z11039

Children of Booth Hall Hospital meet character from Alice in Wonderland: Cheerful Hayley Medlicott, 3, meets Mad Hatter. December 1969 Z11823-023

7 year old William Fraser of Colne with "Lady"the dog who saved his life
7 year old William Fraser of Colne with " Lady" the dog who saved his life. Lady has been awarded the animal V.C. November 1969 Z11027-001

Santa Claus comes early for 14 month old Patrick Flood, as he plays with the dumped games, while his mother Mrs. Juddy Flood, recovers some of the games from the back entrance to her home in Catford

Matthew Ives, timed by his sister Sally, 11, eating his way to a world record by consuming 12 oranges weighing 33/4 lbs in 4 Minutes 52 Seconds. November 1969 Z10805-002

First day of real winter weather - and model mum Jane O Leary with her 2 year old son Shane in Hampstead today keeping warm inside her maxi coat. November 1969 Z10587-002

Three year old girl playing at home. November 1969 Z10847

Matthew Ives, timed by his sister Sally, eating his way to a world record by consuming 12 oranges weighing 33/4 lbs in 4 Minutes 52 Seconds. November 1969 Z10805-006

Eight month old baby girl pictured at home with her mother. November 1969 Z10853-002

The Foundations pop group surrounded by children at the Notting Hill playground. November 1969 Z10867-001

A woman outside with her son standing by a large haystack. November 1969 Z11039

Three year old girl playing at home. November 1969 Z10847-003

The RSPCA performed a "rescue"operation for some underprivileged animals in
The RSPCA performed a " rescue" operation for some underprivileged animals in Wellingborough Zoo. Accusations were made by owners of animals on loan to the zoo

Man and girl on a wooden sledge in the snow at a resort in Switzerland. Pestalozzi Childrens Village near Trogen in the Swiss Alps. 18th December 1952

Young toddler boyholding a wooden chair December 1952 C6391-001

Young toddler boy holding heavy tools December 1952 C6391

One of the English children appearing in a small part in the film, The Village, is 9 year old orphan Margaret Ellis who comes from Grimsby, Yorks

Nine year old girl at the Kinderdorf Pestalozzi, A Swiss school that educates for a peace. Pestalozzi Childrens Village near Trogen in the Swiss Alps. 18th December 1952

A baby girl standing against a tree. December 1952 C6203-001

Young toddler boy holding a tricycle upside down December 1952 C6391-003

Young toddler boy sucking on a dummy December 1952 C6391-006

Young toddler boy holding a heavy hammer December 1952 C6391-004

Boy and girl on a wooden sledge in the snow at a resort in Switzerland. Pestalozzi Childrens Village near Trogen in the Swiss Alps. 18th December 1952

Young toddler boy holding pair of weighing scales December 1952 C6391-001

Boy miners digging for coal in the old mine at Cobridge North Staffordshire. Brothers Alex 11, Tony 8 and Kevin Donoghue 9 searching for coal. February 1972 P017674

A baby girl crawling around outside. December 1952 C6203

A baby girl sitting inside the house by the fire with pet dog December 1952 C6203-002

Girls hanging up Christmas decorations in their cabin. Pestalozzi Childrens Village near Trogen in the Swiss Alps. 18th December 1952

Young toddler boy December 1952 C6391-005

Lane Thomas pictured near his home at Pen Mountain, Cilfynnydd, with Eastern a pit pony presented to him by the National Coal Board. January 1970 P017816

Jon Evans, Illusionist seen here performing levitation on a young friend- Magic Carpet. October 1952 C4809

Speak up I can t hear you. London Zoo. Richard Roles and "Willy"
Speak up I can t hear you. London Zoo. Richard Roles and " Willy", The Camel. October 1952 C5082

Mother caring for her son, seen here putting him to bed. December 1952 C6310-001

Ruby Miller, one of the ex-Gaiety Girls, who was attending the 32nd Actresses Gaiety Party at the Dorchester shows Michael Grieves, aged three, how to do a high kick, Michael

Table Tennis - Mike Chambers. December 1952 C6397

Teresa Fenton, 12, of Park Rd. Waterloo, Liverpool who is going to London on New Years day to play in the girls snooker championships, seen here practicing. December 1952 C6251

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"Childhood: A Journey of Innocence and Wonder" In the timeless tapestry of life, a chapter adorned with precious memories and boundless joy. It begins with simple pleasures like a donkey ride on a sunny day, where laughter echoes through the air, painting smiles on young faces. The canvas expands further as children immerse themselves in age-old games, their imaginations soaring high like kites against an azure sky. Through the strokes of Pieter Bruegel's brush in "Children's Games, " we witness the universality of play across generations. From leapfrog to marbles, these cherished pastimes transcend time itself, connecting us to our ancestors who once reveled in similar merriment. Henry Raeburn's "Boy with Rabbit" captures a tender moment frozen in time – an innocent bond between child and pet that speaks volumes about love and companionship. Leon-Maxime Faivre's "Two Mothers" reminds us that childhood is nurtured by not only one mother but also by kindred spirits who embrace little ones as their own. The Battenberg family portrait from 1906 serves as a sepia-toned window into days gone by – siblings intertwined with laughter and secrets shared amidst sprawling gardens. Our Lady of Vladimir icon whispers tales of devotion passed down through centuries, reminding us that faith can be woven seamlessly into the fabric of childhood. As we journey through history, nostalgia takes hold when glimpsing at Southbank Middlesbrough in the 1970s; carefree souls roam freely along streets filled with dreams yet to unfold. Bastien-Lepage's "Nothing Doing" portrays mischief brewing within youthful hearts while Princess Elizabeth gallops through Winsor Great Park atop her pony – an emblematic image symbolizing both royalty and innocence entwined. Marianne Stokes' masterpiece titled "Childhood Treasures" encapsulates moments treasured forever - dolls cradled, books cherished, and dreams nurtured.