Policemen Collection (#5)

London: East End street works, c. 1935 (ink & w/c on paper)
3082082 London: East End street works, c.1935 (ink & w/c on paper) by Hawthorne, Elwin (1905-52); 15.9x27.9 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK

The trial of Paul Deroulede (colour litho)
2819114 The trial of Paul Deroulede (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The trial of Paul Deroulede. The benches occupied by the accused)

The trial of Paul Deroulede (colour litho)
2807721 The trial of Paul Deroulede (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The trial of Paul Deroulede)

Death of an abandoned three year-old boy in Paris and arrest of his father for neglect (engraving)
6000572 Death of an abandoned three year-old boy in Paris and arrest of his father for neglect (engraving) by French School

Police forcing their way into a church in Paris during riots in protest at the inventories of French churches ordered
6014102 Police forcing their way into a church in Paris during riots in protest at the inventories of French churches ordered by the French government as part of its policy of the separation of

The uprising in South Africa (Colour Litho)
2809091 The uprising in South Africa (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The uprising in South Africa)

Apaches attacking a prison van in Paris (colour litho)
2779310 Apaches attacking a prison van in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apaches attacking a prison van in Paris)

Violent incident in the House of Commons in London (colour litho)
2819161 Violent incident in the House of Commons in London (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Violent incident in the House of Commons in London)

Bloody fight between French gendarmes and Andalusian gypsies, in Lunel (France) (colour litho)
2815576 Bloody fight between French gendarmes and Andalusian gypsies, in Lunel (France) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Attack on the French Prime Minister Aristide Briand at the unveiling of a monument to Jules Ferry (colour litho)
2782474 Attack on the French Prime Minister Aristide Briand at the unveiling of a monument to Jules Ferry (colour litho) by French School

A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho)
2809100 A New Kind Battle (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of battle)

Last weeks violent and bloody general strike, an episode in the struggle between... (colour litho)
2815658 Last weeks violent and bloody general strike, an episode in the struggle between... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Deadly Duel, In Palermo, Between Two Officers Of The 29th Infantry (Colour Litho)
2798347 A Deadly Duel, In Palermo, Between Two Officers Of The 29th Infantry (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Deadly Duel, In Palermo)

The Hunger March in London (Colour Litho)
2783643 The Hunger March in London (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hunger March in London)

The tragedies of fanaticism (Colour Litho)
2809003 The tragedies of fanaticism (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragedies of fanaticism)

An off-duty policeman attacked by a group of men leaving the screening of an antimilitarist film... (colour litho)
2779477 An off-duty policeman attacked by a group of men leaving the screening of an antimilitarist film... (colour litho) by French School

The Bloody Riots Of Trieste, The Crowd Charged By The Troop In Front Of The Austrian Lloyd Palace (Colour Litho)
2798521 The Bloody Riots Of Trieste, The Crowd Charged By The Troop In Front Of The Austrian Lloyd Palace (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Quatre policemen en fonction (engraving)
2790006 Quatre policemen en fonction (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quatre policemen en fonction. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1865)

The Agitation In The Citeriore Calabria, The Serious Disorders Occured In Cassano-Ionio To Get New Railways
2798527 The Agitation In The Citeriore Calabria, The Serious Disorders Occured In Cassano-Ionio To Get New Railways (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho)
2777985 In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Fight between Apaches and the police on the Place de la Bastille in Paris (colour litho)
2795863 Fight between Apaches and the police on the Place de la Bastille in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A fight on a barge (colour litho)
2795556 A fight on a barge (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fight on a barge)

An eventful confrontation (colour litho)
2779268 An eventful confrontation (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An eventful confrontation)

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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.