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Police Officer Collection (#4)

"Capturing Moments: The Multifaceted Role of a Police Officer" Streaker Michael O'Brien finds himself sprinting into the arms of awaiting policemen during halftime

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Jurisdiction, 1881-1900. Creator: Herman Heyenbrock

Jurisdiction, 1881-1900. Creator: Herman Heyenbrock
Jurisdiction, 1881-1900. Five figures in a courtroom: woman with red hat, judge with black cap, police officer with helmet and truncheon

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: The C.I.V.'s Marching Down Ludgate Hill, On The Way From The Mansion House To Waterloo... c1900

The C.I.V.'s Marching Down Ludgate Hill, On The Way From The Mansion House To Waterloo... c1900. Creator: E. B
The C.I.V.'s Marching Down Ludgate Hill, On The Way From The Mansion House To Waterloo Station, c1900. Crowds cheer British soldiers leaving London to fight in South Africa

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: District of Columbia - Fire Alarm Box And Policeman, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing

District of Columbia - Fire Alarm Box And Policeman, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
District of Columbia - Fire Alarm Box And Policeman, 1913. 13½ Street N.W

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Pacifists, 2 Apr 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Pacifists, 2 Apr 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Pacifists, 2 Apr 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Pacifists, 2 Apr 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Pacifists, 2 Apr 1917. Anti-war protesters at the U.S. Capitol rallying against President Wilson's speech to Congress asking for a declaration of war

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Thomas Haggerty centre, with Thomas Cairns, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Thomas Haggerty centre, with Thomas Cairns, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Thomas Haggerty centre, with Thomas Cairns, 1914

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Mounted Police, Mexico City, Mexico, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Mounted Police, Mexico City, Mexico, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mounted Police, Mexico City, Mexico, 1913
Mounted Police, Mexico City, Mexico, 1913

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Franklin Motor Car Co. between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Franklin Motor Car Co

Franklin Motor Car Co. between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Franklin Motor Car Co. between 1910 and 1920
Franklin Motor Car Co. between 1910 and 1920. [Police van, USA]

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Studies of Life and Character at a Railway Station; A Deserter, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Studies of Life and Character at a Railway Station; A Deserter, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Studies of Life and Character at a Railway Station; A Deserter, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Portrait of a municipal police officer during the revolutionary era, between 1789 and 1799

Portrait of a municipal police officer during the revolutionary era, between 1789 and 1799. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a municipal police officer during the revolutionary era, between 1789 and 1799

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Uniform of the Melbourne policemen, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Uniform of the Melbourne policemen, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Uniform of the Melbourne policemen, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Elk Parade In Baltimore, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Elk Parade In Baltimore, 1916

Elk Parade In Baltimore, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Elk Parade In Baltimore, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Elk Parade In Baltimore, 1916. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE), also often known as the Elks Lodge or simply The Elks, American fraternal order founded in 1868

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Hudson's Extract of Soap. 1891. Creator: Unknown

Hudson's Extract of Soap. 1891. Creator: Unknown
Hudson's Extract of Soap. 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Homeless', after L Bruck Largos, 1891. Creator: Unknown. Homeless', after L Bruck Largos, 1891

Homeless", after L Bruck Largos, 1891. Creator: Unknown. Homeless", after L Bruck Largos, 1891
Homeless", after L Bruck Largos, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Policeman and Tramp, 1898. Creator: Philip William May

Policeman and Tramp, 1898. Creator: Philip William May
Policeman and Tramp, 1898. Attributed to Philipp William May

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Fifth Regiment Armory, Baltimore, Maryland - Scenes During Democratic National Convention, 1912

Fifth Regiment Armory, Baltimore, Maryland - Scenes During Democratic National Convention, 1912
Fifth Regiment Armory, Baltimore, Maryland - Exterior Scenes During Democratic National Convention, 1912

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: US police outside the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing

US police outside the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
US police outside the German Embassy, Washington DC, 1917. First World War: Johann Heinrich von Bernstorff was German ambassador to the United States from 1908 to 1917

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Children Leaving London for the Country, 1943. Creator: Unknown

Children Leaving London for the Country, 1943. Creator: Unknown
Children Leaving London for the Country, 1943. British evacuees escape bombs during the Second World War. From "Women's Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Policewomen Hilda Whitcombe (left) and Betty O Brien trying on the new issue for

Policewomen Hilda Whitcombe (left) and Betty O Brien trying on the new issue for Cardiff P Cs - fully fashioned nylons. Twenty dozen pairs have been ordered

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: The first FA Cup Final is held at the new Wembley Stadium in London, 28 April 1923, (1935)

The first FA Cup Final is held at the new Wembley Stadium in London, 28 April 1923, (1935). Police trying to keep the crowds back at the first Football Association Challenge Cup final match between

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Suffragette being arrested, c1910, (1947). Creator: Unknown

Suffragette being arrested, c1910, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Suffragette being arrested, c1910, (1947). Policemen arresting a campaigner for womens suffrage. From " The Saturday Book", Seventh Year, edited by Leonard Russell. [Hutchinson, St

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Nick Faldo Golfer with his girlfriend Brenna Cepelak by the clubhouse after his second

Nick Faldo Golfer with his girlfriend Brenna Cepelak by the clubhouse after his second round in the 1996 British Open Golf Championship at Royal Lytham

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Makofski, half-length portrait, facing right, in police uniform, 1885. Creator: Unknown

Makofski, half-length portrait, facing right, in police uniform, 1885. Creator: Unknown
Makofski, half-length portrait, facing right, in police uniform, 1885. Inscription to Kennan in Russian on verso: To a well known traveller in Russia and a nice man, Mr

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: New York

New York
Kurt Klein

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Posse

Posse
Strelok

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Police

Police
Vladislav Danilov

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Currency exchange shop, Trieste

Currency exchange shop, Trieste Trieste. Date of Photograph:1890-1900

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Motorcycle race

Motorcycle race Europe. Date of Photograph:1960-1970

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Portrait of a milk-girl, in traditional dress of Brussels; besides, a cart pull by dogs and a guard

Portrait of a milk-girl, in traditional dress of Brussels; besides, a cart pull by dogs and a guard. Belgium Brussels. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Portrait of a milk-girl, in Belgian traditional dress; besides, a cart pull by dogs and a guard

Portrait of a milk-girl, in Belgian traditional dress; besides, a cart pull by dogs and a guard. Switzerland. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Trieste: the police, on horseback and in trucks, holds back the crowds as they protest a parade in

Trieste: the police, on horseback and in trucks, holds back the crowds as they protest a parade in favor of Tito, who had just passed Trieste. Date of Photograph:01/05/1947

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Policeman in front of the American embassy in Paris

Policeman in front of the American embassy in Paris France Paris. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Family Album: Uruguayan policeman, portrait of a policeman in colonial uniform, c.1905, Uruguay

Family Album: Uruguayan policeman, portrait of a policeman in colonial uniform, c.1905, Uruguay Uruguay. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: British Policeman On the Toilet

British Policeman On the Toilet
In The Washroom

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Official ceremony of the National Guard of the State in an Italian town

Official ceremony of the National Guard of the State in an Italian town Italy. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Policemen attend the loading of a machine on a trailer

Policemen attend the loading of a machine on a trailer. Date of Photograph:1900-1920

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Group of police officers of the National Guard of the State of Casale with its President Maj

Group of police officers of the National Guard of the State of Casale with its President Maj. Joseph Calliani. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Portrait of a police officer of the National Guard of the State in uniform

Portrait of a police officer of the National Guard of the State in uniform. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Group of police officers of the National Guard of the State in uniform

Group of police officers of the National Guard of the State in uniform. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Portrait of a group of police officers of the National Guard of the State Ciabota Pra Val Pellice

Portrait of a group of police officers of the National Guard of the State Ciabota Pra Val Pellice Turin Ciabota Pr. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: A Thai policeman, photographed in a natural environment

A Thai policeman, photographed in a natural environment Asia Siam. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Police Officer of the National Guard of the State on horseback

Police Officer of the National Guard of the State on horseback. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: The booths set up in Piazza Vittorio Veneto during the carnival, Turin

The booths set up in Piazza Vittorio Veneto during the carnival, Turin Turin piazza Vittorio Veneto. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Paseo de Gracia, 1893 (oil on canvas)

Paseo de Gracia, 1893 (oil on canvas)
AIS5363694 Paseo de Gracia, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Miralles Galaup, Francesco (1848-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Traffic and pedestrians on the Promenade de Gracia)

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Evacuees arrive in back in London. It was good to to see a London bobby again

Evacuees arrive in back in London. It was good to to see a London bobby again. 4th September 1940

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Aston Villa 2-0 Dynamo Kiev, European Cup 3rd round 2nd leg, Villa Park

Aston Villa 2-0 Dynamo Kiev, European Cup 3rd round 2nd leg, Villa Park, Wednesday 17th March 1982

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: Students from Our Lady and St Bede School, Stockton, pictured with Police Officers

Students from Our Lady and St Bede School, Stockton, pictured with Police Officers from the Cleveland Police Traffic Department, Superintendent Derek Sharpe and PC Jim Brown

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: PC Ralph Ramadhar, 27th June 1968. West Indian born PC Ralph Ramadhar

PC Ralph Ramadhar, 27th June 1968. West Indian born PC Ralph Ramadhar, Birminghams first non caucasian policeman, pictured at home with family, wife Nell and two year old daughter Anne Marie

Background imagePolice Officer Collection: St Martins Market, Liverpool, 25th April 1966. The Chief Constable, James Haughton

St Martins Market, Liverpool, 25th April 1966. The Chief Constable, James Haughton, pictured at the market, on his left is Eddie Cartwright




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"Capturing Moments: The Multifaceted Role of a Police Officer" Streaker Michael O'Brien finds himself sprinting into the arms of awaiting policemen during halftime, showcasing the unpredictable nature of a police officer's job. A swarm of bees settles at the foot of a pole on a bomb site in Victoria Street, highlighting how police officers often handle unexpected situations beyond traditional law enforcement. From mods to rockers, British youth subcultures clashed in the early days - and it was up to police officers to maintain peace and order amidst their conflicting ideologies. "See What My Wife Found In Its Crop, 1892. " Artist Sidney E Paget captures an intriguing moment where even artists rely on police officers for assistance or investigation purposes. Blues Brothers Standard Wall Art pays homage to iconic characters who straddle both sides of the law, reminding us that some police officers become cultural symbols themselves. Behind every clown's smile lies safety and security provided by diligent police officers who ensure public events remain joyful and trouble-free. The first FA Cup Final held at Wembley Stadium in London marked not only a historic sporting event but also showcased how police officers play an integral role in maintaining crowd control and safety since 1923. Suffragettes being arrested around 1910 reminds us that throughout history, brave women fought for equality while facing opposition from authorities - including dedicated female police officers enforcing laws they believed were unjust. Beating the Bounds at Messack Point demonstrates how community traditions are upheld with support from local constables who safeguard historical practices like this one dating back to September 1917. Emmeline Pankhurst, Christabel Pankhurst, and Flora Drummond being read their arrest warrant in October 1908 highlights how determined activists relied on courageous policewomen willing to carry out orders despite personal beliefs or sympathies.