Sun Engraving Co Collection

China meets Ceylon in London - Hsiao Ch ien and J. M. Tambimuttu, 1942 Creator: Unknown
China meets Ceylon in London - Hsiao Ch ien and J. M. Tambimuttu broadcasting in the Eastern Service, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

Omoba Adenrele Ademola, daughter of Alake of Abeokuta, Nigeria, calls West Africa, 1942
The Omoba Adenrele Ademola, daughter of the Alake of Abeokuta, Nigeria, calls West Africa, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

Women have taken over mens jobs. BBC control room as a programme goes on air 1942
Women have taken over mens jobs. Two of them in a BBC control room as a programme goes on the air, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

Shipmates Ashore. John G. Winant, Ernest Bevin, with merchant seamen, 1942 Creator
" Shipmates Ashore. American women workers who heard this programme, which goes out over the seven seas, presented the British Merchant Navy with a London club

King Faisal of Iraq listening to a broadcast prepared for his birthday by the BBC, 1942
King Faisal of Iraq listening to a broadcast specially prepared for his birthday by the BBC, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

H. M. King Haakon of Norway, 1942. Creator: Unknown
H.M. King Haakon of Norway, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft. [The British Broadcasting Corporation, Wembley, The Sun Engraving Co. Ltd. London and Watford, 1942]

Mrs. Roosevelt came to see for herself the women of Britain at war, 1942. Creator: Unknown
Mrs. Roosevelt came to see for herself the women of Britain at war. The whole Empire heard her broadcast, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

H. R. H. the late Duke of Kent taking part in American Independence Day, 1942. Creator: Unknown
H.R.H. the late Duke of Kent, who was shortly afterwards killed on active service, taking part in Stars and Stripes in Britain on American Independence Day 1942, 1942

Workmen in an English inn listening to Mr. Churchill, 1942. Creator: Unknown
Workmen in an English inn listening to Mr. Churchill, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft. [The British Broadcasting Corporation, Wembley, The Sun Engraving Co. Ltd

They also spoke and the Empire heard them, 1942 Creator: Unknown
They also spoke and the Empire heard them. - A Scottish family taking part at home in the Christmas broadcast, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

Calling All Nations front cover, 1942. Creator: Unknown
Calling All Nations front cover, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft. [The British Broadcasting Corporation, Wembley, The Sun Engraving Co. Ltd. London and Watford, 1942]

What a question! The Brains Trust in overseas session with Donald McCullough, 1942
What a question! The Brains Trust in overseas session with the Question Master, Donald McCullough (centre). On his right Dr. Julian Huxley, on his left Dr. C.E. M

He reads the news in Moroccan Arabic. A member of the Fighting French Army, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft

H. M. The King of the Hellenes, 1942. Creator: Unknown
H.M. The King of the Hellenes, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft. [The British Broadcasting Corporation, Wembley, The Sun Engraving Co. Ltd. London and Watford, 1942]

H. M. King Peter of Yugoslavia, 1942. Creator: Unknown
H.M. King Peter of Yugoslavia, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft. [The British Broadcasting Corporation, Wembley, The Sun Engraving Co. Ltd. London and Watford, 1942]

H. M. Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands, 1942. Creator: Unknown
H.M. Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands, 1942. From " Calling All Nations", by T. O. Beachcroft. [The British Broadcasting Corporation, Wembley, The Sun Engraving Co. Ltd

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"Sun Engraving Co: A Glimpse into 1942's Global Events" Step back in time to 1942, where the world was embroiled in a tumultuous period of history. In London, an intriguing fusion of cultures occurred as China met Ceylon through the collaboration of Hsiao Ch ien and J. M. Tambimuttu at Sun Engraving Co. This unique partnership brought forth artistic creations that captivated audiences. Meanwhile, across continents, Omoba Adenrele Ademola, daughter of Alake of Abeokuta in Nigeria, proudly represented West Africa. Her presence symbolized the strength and resilience of her homeland amidst challenging times. In a remarkable turn of events during World War II, women stepped up to fill men's shoes in various industries. The BBC control room became a testament to this shift as women confidently took charge while a program went on air. Their dedication and competence shattered stereotypes and paved the way for gender equality. Amidst war-torn landscapes, moments of respite emerged when shipmates found solace ashore. John G. Winant and Ernest Bevin joined merchant seamen for camaraderie and shared experiences that transcended national boundaries. Even royalty sought solace through radio broadcasts during these trying times. King Faisal of Iraq tuned into a specially prepared birthday message by the BBC while H. M King Haakon of Norway found comfort in connecting with his people from afar. The international community also witnessed influential figures visiting Britain firsthand; Mrs. Roosevelt herself journeyed across the Atlantic to witness British women at war - their determination serving as an inspiration worldwide. Celebrations were not forgotten either; H. R. H Duke Kent actively participated in American Independence Day festivities despite being far from home soil—showcasing unity among nations even during turbulent times. Ordinary citizens found themselves drawn together by extraordinary circumstances too; workmen gathered in an English inn, listening intently to the words of Mr. Churchill.