Policemen Collection (#28)

Prohibition raid, 1920s New York. New York City Deputy Police Commissioner John A. Leach, right, watching agents pour liquor into a sewer in New York, USA

Blitz in London -- Kings Road, Chelsea, WW2
Blitz in London -- bomb damage near the Guinness Trust Buildings, Edith Grove, Kings Road, Chelsea, on 28 February 1944, where a 36-foot gas main was fractured

Aftermath of V2 rocket attack, Aldgate, London, WW2
Firefighters, policemen and rescue personnel in the debris of a building during the aftermath of a V2 rocket attack in Middlesex Street, Aldgate, London E1, 10 November 1944

New Jersey Motorcycle Trooper
New Jersey: 1930. Trooper Haley of the New Jersey State Police poses on his Harley Davidson motorcycle

A Russian Bread Line Guarded by the Imperial Police. March 1917, 1917
A Russian Bread Line Guarded by the Imperial Police. March 1917

Comic postcard, woman and policeman in a street -- Could you see me across the road, Mr Policeman? -- Why, bless yer Mum, I could spot you a mile off. Date: circa 1900s

The Lord Mayor visits The Crown Theatre
Postcard with the caption " Lord Mayor visits the Crown". The photograph shows The Lord Mayors coach standing outside the front of The Crown Theatre. The date is unfortunately not known

Poster, The Passing Show Banishes the Blues. It was a weekly paper of humour and short fiction, published by Odhams Press, London. circa 1930

Firemen and children with 1927 Dennis fire engine
Firemen, a policeman and two children with a 1927 Dennis fire engine. Some of the men are also wearing historic uniforms and helmets. Date: circa 1960s

Policeman in 1920s uniform, with two girls
A policeman wearing a uniform dating back to 1925, with two smiling girls handcuffed together, one of whom is pretending to hit the mans helmet with a wooden truncheon. Date: circa 1980s

Town and Gown battle interrupted by police
A stand-off in Oxford between town locals and university students is interrupted by the police who attempt to calm everyone down. 1866

Police officers on parade, Albany, USA
Police officers on parade with batons drawn, North Pearl Street, Albany, New York State, USA. circa 1908

Cartoon, George Robert Sims, writer
Cartoon, George Robert Sims (1847-1922), English journalist, poet, dramatist and novelist, seen here dressed as a policeman

The interior of a court house, Ceylon
The interior of a court house in the Kandian provinces in Ceylon(Sri Lanka). The young Kandian woman complains of the treatment she has recieved at the hands of her husband

People at Speakers Corner, Hyde Park, London, England. circa 1970

Suffragettes Arrested London
A line of policemen escort arrested suffragettes through St. Jamess Park, London, following the demonstration outside Buckingham Palace. Date: 1914

Currant Happy Families - Policeman family. circa 1940s

All-of-a-Sudden Peggy, Duke of Yorks Theatre, London
All-of-a-Sudden Peggy by Ernest Denny, first produced at the Duke of Yorks Theatre, London, 27 February 1906. The title means that Peggy is an impulsive young woman

Aladdin at the Theatre Royal, Edinburgh. 21 December 1907, Howard & Wyndhams Royal Pantomime. Aladdin being chased by four policemen with truncheons, with Chinese lanterns above. 1907

Turkmenistan - Local Mounted Police. Date: 1908

The Knave of Hearts, He Stole Those Tarts, and took them all away. (2 of 4) Date: circa 1890s

The Nose Game - Impulsive Nose A4, Denotes Quick Temper. 1927

Florence Upton playing cards - Police. circa 1900s

Urchin, policeman and puppy -- e ain t lost, I found im. early 1900s

Hotel in High Street, Worcester, Cape Colony, South Africa
Hotel of repute, Fogartys Masonic, in the High Street, Worcester, Cape Colony, South Africa. Date: circa 1930

Large dog casting a shadow on a Christmas card
Large dog casting a shadow (shaped like a policemans head and helmet) on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Chester Avenue, Whitehead - an elevated view of a street scene with shop fronts and hotel to the left. On the road are two policemen and a boy

Suffragette at Buckingham Palace. A struggle with police at the railings. Date: 1914

South Downs Ranger with horse, Sussex
South Downs Ranger Harry Ward with horse, near Eastbourne, Sussex, around the time of his retirement from the service. Date: circa 1967

South Downs Ranger on horseback, Sussex
South Downs Ranger Harry Ward on horseback (Princess Patricia), near Eastbourne, Sussex. Date: circa 1963

Junior police force
After a boy broke her window, Miss Marian Fletcher of Linthwaite, near Huddersfield in Yorkshire, set up a private police force of children aged 7-12 to encourage better behaviour

Demonstration in Chesham Place, Belgravia, London, with a struggle between protesters and police. Date: late 1960s

Happy Families - Mr Parker. circa 1940s

Happy Families - Master Parker. circa 1940s

Spain. Madrid. Patriotic Protest In the Seville street about
Spain. Reign of Alphonse XII. Conflict of the Caroline Islands, by the German contesting on the spanish sovereignty in the islands. Patriotic Protest in the Seville Street, Madrid

Grinning policeman and clown on a Christmas card
Grinning policeman on a Christmas card, pulling a clowns ear. (2 of 2) Date: early 20th century

Smiling policeman on a Christmas card. (1 of 2) Date: early 20th century

Snap Playing Card - Policeman running after a thief. circa 1910s

Old Maid card - Policeman. circa 1940s

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Bobby the Policemans Wife. late 19th century

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mr Bobby the Policeman. late 19th century

Happy Familes Playing Cards - Mr Peel the Policeman. circa 1935

Cartoon, Scene at Henglers Circus, London
Cartoon, Daring Equestrian Act, performed at Henglers Cirque -- a satire on the Licensing Act. The man jumping through the hoop is Frederick Charles Hengler (1820-1887), horseman and circus owner

Caricature of Howard Paul, American writer and performer
Caricature of George Henry Howard Paul (1830-1905), American writer, playwright, comic actor and theatre manager, active in the UK

Caricature of A W Pinero as a clown
Caricature of Sir Arthur Wing Pinero (1855-1934), English actor, playwright and stage director. Seen here as a Christmas pantomime clown at St Jamess Theatre, London

Caricature of Harry Payne and Augustus Harris
Caricature of Harry Payne (1833-1895) clown and pantomime entertainer, and Augustus Harris (1852-1896), British actor, dramatist and impresario, seen here dressed as a policeman

Four police officers playing mixed doubles tennis
Four police officers (including WPC Alison Blair, right) playing a mixed doubles tennis match. Date: circa 1960s

Policeman on a greetings card
Policeman with moveable eyes on a greetings card. He belongs to the ICU force (I See You). circa 1890s

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"Policemen: Guardians of Order and Justice Throughout History" From the intense standoff at Sidney Street Siege in East London, where Winston Churchill himself witnessed the bravery facing dangerous criminals, to the aftermath and reportage following The Great Train Robbery in 1963, these men in blue have always been at the forefront of maintaining law and order. Even during seemingly ordinary moments like A Spot of Bother at Ayresome Park Middlesbrough in March 1973, their presence ensures safety for all. Their dedication is not limited to tackling crime; they also play a crucial role in upholding democracy as seen through their encounters with suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst and Lancashire Lass Arrested for fighting for women's rights. Throughout history, police officers have adapted to changing times. From Truro City Police patrolling the streets of Cornwall around 1890 to modern-day multi-service emergency vehicles rushing to save lives they can ever-evolving protectors. But it's not just about serious business - there is room for warmth too. Meet Mr Bobby the Policeman captured by Kay Snap; his friendly demeanor reminds us that behind those uniforms are compassionate individuals who care deeply about their communities. In times when fire threatened Ealing, it was the brave souls from Ealing Fire Brigade with their horse-drawn appliance who worked hand-in-hand with policemen to keep citizens safe from harm. The world of crime would be incomplete without mention of Detective Sergeant George Carter played by Dennis Waterman - an iconic portrayal showcasing both grit and determination that define our perception of these heroes on screen. And amidst all this action-packed narrative lies a momentary pause: an advertisement for Bovril featuring a policeman enjoying a hot cuppa after a long day's work. It serves as a reminder that even superheroes need some comfort too. As we delve into artistry inspired by these valiant figures such as "Deserted.