Police Men Collection (#8)

Opportunity by William Heath Robinson
Sequential cartoon by William Heath Robinson showing a lady and man walking from opposite directions and deciding to throw caution to the wind when they spot a sprig of mistletoe clasped behind

To The Rescue by William Heath Robinson
Sequential cartoon by William Heath Robinson with the first picture showing a policeman directing a large army of helpers towards a top hat and gloves lying forlornly in the snow

London Policeman in a classic static pose!

Policemen from Monaco alongside cannon
Policemen from Monaco alongside ceremonial cannon. Possibly the original starting gun for the original Monaco Grand Prix!

Police Squad
Led by their sergeant, a clutch of constables march to their duties, passing a shoe black who uses only Carrs Blacking - no doubt this is an advertisement ?

Arresting a Dog
Doing their duty : ordered by the Lord Mayor of London to clear the streets of stray dogs, police arrest the companion of a poor blind beggar

Sketches of the Socialist Meeting in Trafalgar Square, 1886
Engraving showing a series of sketches of the Socialist Meeting in Trafalgar Square, London, in November 1886. The images show (clockwise from top left)

Scenes from the Rent War in Ireland
Scenes in the late 19th century during the Rent War in Tipperary as follows: 1. A Riot at Templebraden, Limerick County 2. Boycotted Policemen 3. A No Rent Placard 4

Street betting - a bookmaker taking bets
An illustration of street betting showing a bookmaker taking bets in a London street and highlighting the problem of bribery between bookies and policemen

Sir Robert Peel, 1846
K0 Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), the English statesman and Prime Minister, sketched speaking in the House of Commons, January 1846

Sir Robert Peel, c. 1850
Engraving of Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), the English statesman and Prime Minister, surrounded by illustrations of his political achievements

The Crowd, Band and Police at the F. A. Cup Final, 1923
Photograph of the crowd at Wembley Stadium before the start of the 1923 F.A. Cup Final between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United

Sir Robert Peel on horseback, c. 1850
Engraving of Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), the English statesman and Prime Minister, on horseback. Peel was a Conservative MP who held strong views on Irish Catholicism

Policeman and Children, West India Docks, London, 1936
Photograph showing a policeman surrounded by children from the East End of London, prior to their setting off on a day trip to the countryside, at West India Docks, London, 1936

Police Canteen

Edward VIII on Holiday
EDWARD VIII and Mrs Wallis Simpson on holiday in September 1936 at Rab in Yugoslavia, surrounded by bodyguards and policemen

Water Tug of War Team
The Metropolitan Police team which were the first winners of the Wodehouse Shield for the Water Tug of War

Police / Anti-Gas School
A group of officers from the Metropolitan police pose for a photograph wearing their gas masks at the anti-gas training school at Devonport, Plymouth. 2/2 pictures. See 10193283 for

Mounted Police Officers
Mounted police officers talking to crowds outside Buckingham Palace in London

Police Cycle Proficiency
Metropolitan Police officer from the Road Safety Unit carrying out a cycling proficiency course for children on bicycles at a school

Police Search Team
A Metropolitan Police search team finds a missing body

Police Playing Darts
Metropolitan Police officers relaxing playing a game of darts

Police Thames Division
Metropolitan Police officer on a launch of the Thames Division patrolling on the River Thames, London

Police in Schools
A Metropolitan Police officer helps a boy with his art lesson in school

Police Motorcyclist
Metropolitan Police officer on his motorcyle talking on his portable radio

Mounted Police London

Police with Children
Metropolitan Police officers on Chalk Hill Estate, Wembley, talking to children and teenagers

Police Officer & Animals
Metropolitan Police officer with horses, a donkey and a dog. PC Cole - prosecuted about a thousand cruelty to animals cases and he bacame known as The Animals Friend

Police First Aid
Two Metropolitan Police officers give a man first aid

Police Coffee Break
Group of Metropolitan Police officers on a coffee break, playing a game of cards

Police Dog Trainer
A Metropolitan Police dog handler giving his dog obedience training

Victorian Police Band
Metropolitan Police G Division, Victorian Police Band with their musical instruments

Policeman on Tricycle

Lost Child / Policeman
A little lost girl sits in the police station. She looks very small sitting on the bench which is used to holding criminal types

Police Breathaliser
Policeman testing a man for alcohol with a breathaliser Metropolitan Police

Police Running to Van
Police running out of police station into a police van Metropolitan Police

Line of Policemen
Line of policemen at rollcall

Police Report for Duty
Policemen receiving instructions before going out on the beat Metropolitan Police

Policeman and Tourists
Policeman talking to tourists by the London Underground Metropolitan Police

Policeman and Beat Wheel
Policeman with a beat wheel measuring the distance of walking a beat Metropolitan Police

Policeman on Duty
Policeman on duty outside the old American Embassy in Grosvenor Square, London Metropolitan Police

Asian Police Officer
Asian police officer wearing a turban instead of a helmet. Metropolitan Police

Police Uniforms 1863-65
Police uniforms from the period 1863- 1865

Police Officers in 1862
Group of police officers in uniform at the International Exhibition

Police Reserve Sergeant
Police reserve sergeant wearing medals; left to right, 1902 Edward VII coronation medal, 1911 George V coronation medal, South African war medal 1889-1902

Police Fingerprinting
Police officer fingerprinting a man. Metropolitan Police

Police Officer & Helmet
Police officer with a Coxcomb helmet, which replaced the Top Hat in 1863 and was in use until 1870 Metropolitan Police

Police Safety Officers
Police safety officers on duty in a stadium at a football match Metropolitan Police

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"Guardians of the Peace: A Glimpse into the World of Police Men" Step back in time with "Too Many Cooks" by Lawson Wood, a whimsical illustration showcasing the chaotic yet endearing nature of police officers in London. From their iconic uniforms to their unwavering dedication, these men have been serving and protecting our communities for centuries. In "The Car That Touched a Policeman" by H. M. Bateman, we witness the humorous mishaps that can occur during an officer's daily routine. Despite facing unexpected challenges, they remain steadfast in upholding law and order. Let us not forget Sir Robert Peel, whose visionary leadership led to the establishment of modern policing as we know it today. In c. 1846, Peel introduced his principles that emphasized community cooperation and crime prevention - foundations still followed by police forces worldwide. Recruitment posters from the Metropolitan Police capture the essence of bravery and commitment displayed by these dedicated individuals who choose to wear the uniform proudly. Their presence is felt at every corner ensuring public safety day and night. Even amidst festive cheer depicted in "Please Mr Policeman, where is Father Christmas?" by Matania, police officers are seen as trusted figures providing reassurance to children everywhere. They embody compassion while maintaining lawfulness within our society. From Silver Cross advertisements featuring police officers interacting with children to snapshots capturing them on traffic duty or even riding Triumph motorcycles – these images showcase their versatility and adaptability across various roles within law enforcement. Whether patrolling bustling city streets or standing guard during football matches like B Division officers from Metropolitan Police did years ago – their vigilance remains unwavering; always ready to protect both citizens' safety and cherished traditions alike. So let us salute those brave souls who dedicate themselves selflessly each day - our beloved police men of London.