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Streatham Collection (page 2)

Discover the charm of Streatham, a vibrant neighborhood in London, England

Background imageStreatham Collection: Actress Freda Wyn doing handstand in cat costume

Actress Freda Wyn doing handstand in cat costume
Freda Wyn, English actress (aka Winifred A Ryeland, 1916-1989), doing a handstand on stage in her cat costume during rehearsals for a pantomime, Puss in Boots

Background imageStreatham Collection: Actress Freda Wyn relaxing in cat costume during a pantomime

Actress Freda Wyn relaxing in cat costume during a pantomime
Freda Wyn, English actress (aka Winifred A Ryeland, 1916-1989), taking a cigarette break in her cat costume during rehearsals for a pantomime, Puss in Boots

Background imageStreatham Collection: Actress Freda Wyn in cat costume for a pantomime

Actress Freda Wyn in cat costume for a pantomime
Freda Wyn, English actress (aka Winifred A Ryeland, 1916-1989), posing in her cat costume for a pantomime, Puss in Boots, in which she appeared with the comic actor Jimmy Edwards at Streatham Hill

Background imageStreatham Collection: Actress Freda Wyn doing cat makeup for a pantomime

Actress Freda Wyn doing cat makeup for a pantomime
Freda Wyn, English actress (aka Winifred A Ryeland, 1916-1989), making herself up as a cat for a pantomime, Puss in Boots, in which she appeared with the comic actor Jimmy Edwards

Background imageStreatham Collection: Grammar School House, Thetford, Norfolk

Grammar School House, Thetford, Norfolk
Grammar School House, Thetford, near Streatham, Norfolk, England. Date: 1925

Background imageStreatham Collection: Terraced Housing

Terraced Housing
19th May 1971: A row of terraced houses between East Croydon and Streatham with the gardens facing the railway track. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Background imageStreatham Collection: LCC-MFB Streatham fire station family quarters

LCC-MFB Streatham fire station family quarters
Whilst the new Streatham fire was being built, a sub-station was employed to serve the local area. Seen here is the building that housed the firemen

Background imageStreatham Collection: LCC-MFB Streatham fire station wireless van

LCC-MFB Streatham fire station wireless van
Whilst the new Streatham fire station was being built, a sub-station was employed to serve the local area. Seen here is the interior of the horse drawn mobile MFB wireless van that housed

Background imageStreatham Collection: LCC-MFB Streatham sub-fire station and engine

LCC-MFB Streatham sub-fire station and engine
Whilst the new Streatham fire station was being built, a sub-station was employed to serve the local area. Seen here is the building that housed the horse drawn escape cart and the steamer (not shown)

Background imageStreatham Collection: LCC-MFB mobile telephone / telegraph caravan

LCC-MFB mobile telephone / telegraph caravan
With the building of the new Streatham fire station, the caravan shown here was able to receive and transmit messages for the temporary station from Brigade HQ

Background imageStreatham Collection: Sea Scouts at Limehouse Basin, London Docks

Sea Scouts at Limehouse Basin, London Docks
4th Streatham Sea Scouts on their boat, 4th Dimension, at Limehouse Basin, London Docks, around the time of the 25th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth IIs Coronation

Background imageStreatham Collection: Streatham Place

Streatham Place
Post and telegraph office, Streatham Place in south London. Date: circa 1902

Background imageStreatham Collection: Streatham High Road

Streatham High Road

Background imageStreatham Collection: Hester Thrale / Home

Hester Thrale / Home
HENRY AND HESTER THRALE Thrale Place, Streatham, where Dr Samuel Johnson paid frequent visits to his friends, Henry and Hester Thrale

Background imageStreatham Collection: Suburban Shopping Street

Suburban Shopping Street
A shopping street in Londons southern suburbs - Streatham High Road




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Discover the charm of Streatham, a vibrant neighborhood in London, England. From the diligent Metropolitan Police officer on traffic duty to the bustling 'Country Fair and Market' at Streatham for the British Home for Incurables, this community is filled with unique experiences. Immerse yourself in history as you explore an instruction sheet on how to dance the Jitterbug or admire a vintage GLC-LFB dual-purpose pump-escape fire engine. Stroll through Pullman Flats and envision life in another era, or delve into maritime history with a letter from Henry Wotton regarding White Star Line's RMS Titanic. Witness Princess Christian laying the foundation stone of The New Home for Incurables at Streatham through an exquisite engraving. Capture moments frozen in time with captivating photographs of Railway Hotel and Leigham Arms, two iconic landmarks that have witnessed countless stories unfold. Step into Mrs Thrale's house and feel her presence lingering within its walls. Immerse yourself in culture by attending an appearance of The Fisk University Jubilee Singers - their harmonious voices will transport you to another world. Streatham is more than just a place; it is a tapestry woven with tales of resilience, community spirit, and boundless creativity.