Purposes Collection

Survivors of the Charge of the Light Brigade, 1890
Photograph of survivors of the Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War taken 36 years after the event. The photograph was taken for charitable purposes

Zebras Pull Mazawattee
Four zebras in harness pull a Mazawattee tea cart -- purely for publicity purposes, we understand!

H H Sheikh of Kuwait Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
The 10th Monarch of Kuwait (between 1921-1950), H H Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1885-1950) - pictured in October 1933 firing the anti-airplane machine guns - mounted on the rail for demonstration

Sailors Knots
A variety of knots used by sailors for a variety of purposes. Some run, some slip, others stay put... Date: 1926

Indian Dancing Girl / 1840
A Bayadere. Indian dancers performed for entertainment and for religious purposes. Some were attached to temples

Crime / Resurrectionists
Robbing graveyards for corpses which will be sold to medical schools for purposes of anatomy

First aid hamper supplied by St Johns Ambulance
A large first aid hamper (ie first aid kit) for ambulance station and railway purposes, supplied by St Johns Ambulance Association

Queen Elizabeth in 1940
She anchors beside her elder sister, Queen Mary, in the docks at New York, for safety during World War Two : both will be used for wartime purposes

Yarm is a small town and civil parish in the unitary authority of Stockton-on-Tees in north east England. It is on the south bank of the River Tees

Women colecting leeches for medicinal purposes. From George Walker The Costume of Yorkshire, Leeds, 1814
527494 Women colecting leeches for medicinal purposes. From George Walker The Costume of Yorkshire, Leeds, 1814.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

French troops making a daylight raid on German trenches in search of prisoners for information purposes
3502785 French troops making a daylight raid on German trenches in search of prisoners for information purposes, from The Pageant of the Century

Three Swords of State - Crown Jewels. The Sword of State, The Jewelled State Sword, Curtana - the sword of Mercy. Date: 1936

Wooden portrait dummy of Tutankhamun
Cover of the Illustrated London News, 24th February 1923, featuring a life-size wooden portrait dummy of Tutankhamun believed to have been used for robing purposes

Armour Meat Refrigeration Plant - Berisso, nr Buenos Aires
Berisso near Buenos Aires, Argentina - enormous cold meat plant of the American Armour company, who specialised in refrigeration of meat for export and transportation purposes. Photographed at night

Martin B-61A Matador
United States Air Force - Martin B-61A Matador. A de-activated missile mounted on a transit trailer for exhibition purposes. Date: circa 1960

WW2 - R. A. F. Recruits Photographed
A photograph which shows some new British WW2 Royal Air Force recruits having their photos taken for record purposes. Date: circa 1940s

Garratt & Atkinson Advertisement
An advertisement for Garratt & Atkinsonn, London based manufacturing photo engravers and artists for advertising purposes. Date: circa 1939

Relaxing On The Terrace
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, possibly in the holidaying industry, portraying a satisfied looking man relaxing in a chair under a parasol, on a terrace. Date: circa 1939

Bath Time!
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a very happy little boy squeezing a sponge in the bath. Date: circa 1939

Figures In Conversation
An illustration used for advertising purposes, portraying a young lady happily speaking with a group of gentlemen with a cigarette in her hand. Date: circa 1939

Fashion Portrait Photograph
A portrait photograph used for advertisement purposes in the 1930s fashion industry, the image shows a side profile of a woman wearing a tweed jacket, with one hand confidently placed on her hip

Gossipping Children
An illustration used for advertisement purposes, portraying a group of children gossipping. Date: circa 1939

Dry Docked Boats
An illustration which shows a number of small and large wooden boats in dry dock, with a background view of the ocean, used for advertisement purposes. Date: circa 1939

Film Studio Scene
An illustration used for advertisement purposes, showing a scene of a film set or studio, a young actress is adjusting her hair while a man looks into the beaming lights. Date: circa 1939

Little Girl Drinking
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a little girl drinking from a straw. Date: circa 1939

Advertisement Model
A photograph showing a perculiar figure with wire limbs, used for advertisement purposes. Date: circa 1939

Playing Snooker
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a man chalking his snooker cue. Date: circa 1939

Toasting Glasses
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, showing two glasses clinking in a toast. Date: circa 1939

Pipe Smoking Man
A portrait photograph used for advertisement purposes, showing an older man smoking a pipe in the darkness. Date: circa 1939

Room Interior
A photograph of an interior with a ceiling of exposed beams, used for advertisement purposes, probably of an interior decoration firm. Date: circa 1939

Advertisement Photograph, Drinking Glass
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, showing the delicate hands of a lady holding a small drinking glass. Date: circa 1939

Chained To A Bed
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a distressed man wearing pyjamas, struggling as he is chained to his bed. Date: circa 1939

Men With oars
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a pair of young men smiling, as their hold their oars. Date: circa 1939

Stressed Man
A portrait photograph of a rather stressed looking man, used for advertisement purposes. Date: circa 1939

Man Playing Cards
A portrait photograph of a man playing cards with alcohol, while smoking, used for advertisement purposes. Date: circa 1939

Woodworking Boys
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, showing a group of young boys sat at a table laid with woodworking tools and materials. Date: circa 1939

Smiling Workman
A portrait photograph of a happy workman carrying tubed over his shoulder, with a dirt smudged face. Used for advertisement purposes. Date: circa 1939

Disgruntled Man
A portrait photograph of a disgruntled, tired looking man, used for advertisement purposes. Date: circa 1939

Boy Brushing His Teeth
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a young boy proudly showing his white teeth after having brushed them. Date: circa 1939

Surprised Girl
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, comically portraying the surprised face of a girl. Date: circa 1939

Smiling Girl
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a young girl smiling broadly. Date: circa 1939

Girl Knitting
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a young girl concentrating on her knitting. Date: circa 1939

Girl With A Cat
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a young girl smiling as she clutched a little black kitten to her chest. Date: circa 1939

Blowing Bubbles
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a young girl blowing bubbles through a toy pipe. Date: circa 1939

Woman Using Telephone
A photograph used for advertisement purposes, portraying a young woman wearing a tilted black hat, using a telephone. Date: circa 1939

Floatplanes
An illustration used for advertisement purposes, showing a number of floatplanes preparing to land on the water. Date: circa 1939

Advertisement Illustration, Westie & Scottie
An illustration used for advertisement purposes, showing a West Highland white terrier and Scottish terrier sat together, one looking with a fixated glare at the plate of food. Date: circa 1939

Advertisement Illustration, Bird Of Prey
An illustration, most likely used for advertisement purposes, featuring a magnificent bird of prey with spread wings. Date: circa 1939

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"Purposes: A Glimpse into the Tapestry of History" In this captivating collection of hints, we embark on a journey through time and witness the diverse purposes that have shaped our world. From the survivors of the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade in 1890 to zebras pulling Mazawattee, each hint unravels a unique tale. Delving deeper, we encounter H. H. Sheikh of Kuwait Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, whose purpose undoubtedly encompassed leading his nation towards progress and prosperity. Meanwhile, sailors knots symbolize both practicality and unity amidst treacherous seas. The Indian Dancing Girl from 1840 showcases artistry as her purpose; her graceful movements enchanting all who behold them. On a darker note, crime resurfaces with resurrectionists - individuals driven by their own sinister motives. Yarm, a small town nestled within Stockton-on-Tees' unitary authority, serves as an embodiment of community spirit and resilience. Its purpose lies in fostering connections among its inhabitants while embracing its rich heritage. Amidst chaos and uncertainty during World War II, St John's Ambulance steps forward with their first aid hamper – an emblematic display of humanity's unwavering commitment to saving lives even in times of turmoil. Queen Elizabeth herself becomes an icon representing determination and leadership during the trying year of 1940. Her purpose transcends personal boundaries as she guides her nation through adversity with grace and strength. The Martin B-61A Matador stands tall as a testament to technological advancement – its purpose rooted in defense strategies that would shape future conflicts. Similarly, WW2 R. A. F recruits photographed embody bravery and patriotism amid global upheaval. Lastly but not leastly is Garratt & Atkinson Advertisement which reminds us how commerce has always had its place throughout history.