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Onlookers Collection (#23)

"Onlookers captivated by the majestic sight of the Airship R101 G-FaW moored outside the hangars, their eyes filled with wonder and awe

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Thessaloniki, Greece - Inauguration of the Ottoman Bank

Thessaloniki, Greece - Inauguration of the Ottoman Bank. Date: circa 1895

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Thessaloniki, Greece - Arrival of Eleftherios Venizelos

Thessaloniki, Greece - Arrival of Eleftherios Venizelos (1864-1936) - eminent Greek leader of Greek national liberation movement and a charismatic statesman of the early 20th century

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Thessaloniki, Greece - Remains of German Zeppelin LZ85

Thessaloniki, Greece - Remains of German Zeppelin LZ85
Thessaloniki, Greece - A large crowd examines the remains of the German Zeppelin LZ85, brought down over Thessaloniki, Greece (Salonica)

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Concert in Liberty Square - Greek Military Band

Concert in Liberty Square - Greek Military Band. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Queen Victoria Memorial - unveiled - The Mall, London

Queen Victoria Memorial - unveiled - The Mall, London. Designed by Thomas Brock, the Memorial was dedicated in May 1911 by George V and his first cousin, Wilhelm II of Germany. Date: 1911

Background imageOnlookers Collection: WW2 - Paris Liberation - The Taking of the Military School

WW2 - Paris Liberation - The Taking of the Military School Date: 1945

Background imageOnlookers Collection: A Procession in Picardy

A Procession in Picardy - delightful study of a religious parade of relics passing at Longpreies-Corps-Saints, Picardy, France

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Egypt - Heliopolis - Laying Foundation stone St Michael s

Egypt - Heliopolis - Laying Foundation stone St Michael s
Egypt - Heliopolis - Laying Foundation stone for St Michaels Church on Seti Street off Baghdad Street. British dignitaries arriving in a fine Rolls Royce! Date: 1925

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Orators Corner (Speakers Corner) - Hyde Park, London

Orators Corner (Speakers Corner) - Hyde Park, London Date: circa 1940

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Admiring a Ladies smart new Automobile

Admiring a Ladies smart new Automobile
Just a few remarks A crowd of town folk admiring a Ladys smart new Automobile. Date: circa 1904

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Portsmouth War Memorial unveiled

Portsmouth War Memorial unveiled
A lovelt postcard photograph showing Portsmouth War Memorial unveiled on October 19th, 1921. It cost 27, 000 and was unveiled by Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Royal visit to Edinburgh (3 / 3)

Royal visit to Edinburgh (3 / 3)
Royal visit to Edinburgh - July 1911. King George V (1865-1936) and Queen Mary (1867-1953) pass beneath a Trumphal Arch in the West End of the city in an open carriage. Date: 1911

Background imageOnlookers Collection: British Forces arriving at a French Port - WWI

British Forces arriving at a French Port - WWI
British Tommies arriving at a French Port - WWI Date: circa 1915

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Thessaloniki - Greece - Captured German Aircraft

Thessaloniki - Greece - Captured German Aircraft
Thessaloniki - Greece - WWI era - Captured German Biplane on display close to the White Tower. Date: circa 1916

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Russian villagers dancing

Russian villagers dancing Date: 1904

Background imageOnlookers Collection: The rebuilding of Coventry City, England Citizens watch men at work, relaying

The rebuilding of Coventry City, England Citizens watch men at work, relaying the road surface in Broadgate. Loudspeakers are for the forthcoming royal visit to Coventry

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Launching the Lifeboat at Worthing West Sussex by Motor Tractor. 1920s 1930s

Launching the Lifeboat at Worthing West Sussex by Motor Tractor. 1920s 1930s

Background imageOnlookers Collection: The Kings leave at St Jamess Palace. Left to right : Justices Brandon Swift

The Kings leave at St Jamess Palace. Left to right : Justices Brandon Swift and Acton arriving. 29 May 1922

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Eynsford Bowls. Sir Oliver Hort Dyke bowling. 1938

Eynsford Bowls. Sir Oliver Hort Dyke bowling. 1938

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Petworth Hospital Gymkhana, April 1938

Petworth Hospital Gymkhana, April 1938
Gentleman talking to a young dismounted rider near her horse and young boy George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N16613A

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Picture No. 10767388

Picture No. 10767388
DIVER SNORKELLER & ONLOOKERS Date:

Background imageOnlookers Collection: R34 airship and onlookers

R34 airship and onlookers

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Salvation Army march led by drummer being barracked by onlookers in Paris. From Le Petit Journal

Salvation Army march led by drummer being barracked by onlookers in Paris. From Le Petit Journal (Paris 20 February 1892)

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Dentistry caricature, 19th century

Dentistry caricature, 19th century
Dentistry caricature. 19th-century artwork titled Hob and Stage Doctor, showing an itinerant tooth drawer pulling a patients tooth with a tooth key at a country fair or market

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Young Farmers demonstrating milk recording at Chichester, February 1945

Young Farmers demonstrating milk recording at Chichester, February 1945
West Sussex Young Farmers demonstrating milk recording at Chichester, 24 February 1945 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N24254

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Bride and Groom walking down church path, June 1941

Bride and Groom walking down church path, June 1941, groom in army uniform George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N20551

Background imageOnlookers Collection: The Temporary London Bridge on fire

The Temporary London Bridge on fire on the night of 11th April 1758. Intended improvements to the main medieval stone bridge didn t go down too well with the ferrymen who made their living

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Wreckage of car, Peckham High Street, SE London

Wreckage of car, Peckham High Street, SE London
Wreckage of a car in Peckham High Street, SE London, 15 May 1956, surrounded by mostly men and boys. LFB Special Services attended when a British Road Service lorry forced the front of the car into

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Firefighters at Lyons Maid, Stamford Street, London

Firefighters at Lyons Maid, Stamford Street, London
Firefighters and onlookers outside Lyons Maid Ltd in Stamford Street, Southwark, London SE1, on 24 April 1968

Background imageOnlookers Collection: Ladder demonstration at Annual Review, Lambeth HQ

Ladder demonstration at Annual Review, Lambeth HQ
Demonstration at the Annual Review, Lambeth Headquarters

Background imageOnlookers Collection: LCC-LFB Daylight Rubber Co fire, Farringdon Road

LCC-LFB Daylight Rubber Co fire, Farringdon Road
A major fire at the Daylight Rubber Co warehouse in Farringdon Road required many pumps and a turntable ladder to quell the blaze, involving rubber goods




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"Onlookers captivated by the majestic sight of the Airship R101 G-FaW moored outside the hangars, their eyes filled with wonder and awe. In Birstall, West Yorkshire, a crowd gathers for the unveiling of a statue honoring Joseph Priestly, their faces reflecting admiration and respect. Mr. Sadler's Ascent from Merton Fields in Oxford draws curious onlookers who watch in anticipation as he takes to the skies, leaving them amazed at his daring feat. At the Southdown Sheep Fair in September 1949, Sussex locals gather around to witness this vibrant celebration of rural life. The Warwick Races depicted in an engraving from The Illustrated London News of April 12th, 1845 attracts a throng of enthusiastic spectators eagerly cheering on their favorite horses. In "The Road to Calvary, " painted in 1564, we see onlookers drawn into this powerful scene depicting Christ's journey towards crucifixion – their expressions filled with empathy and sorrow. A color lithograph captures the burning City Hall in New York on August 17th, 1858; frightened but fascinated onlookers stand transfixed by this devastating spectacle. During a major fire at Prudential Insurance Building attended by LCC-LFB firefighters or at the official opening of Roundhay Park Open Air Swimming Pool in Leeds where families gather excitedly along its edges – both events draw crowds eager to witness history unfold before their eyes. The visit of Duke Edinburgh to Edlington brings out proud townspeople lining up as respectful onlookers while The Aldershot Tattoo concludes grandly amidst cheers and applause from thousands gathered for this spectacular display. Finally, Antrim Town witnesses joyous laughter as people come together during Lol. 651 celebrations held every July 12th. "