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"From Prefabs to Palaces: A Glimpse into Temporary Moments in History" Building of a prefabricated houses in 3 hours

Background imageTemporary Collection: Temporary Treatment Of Fractures. From The Household Physician, Published Circa 1890

Temporary Treatment Of Fractures. From The Household Physician, Published Circa 1890

Background imageTemporary Collection: Recuiting volunteers for bus-driving 1926

Recuiting volunteers for bus-driving 1926
Temporary recruiting office in Regents Street, London, for the L.G.O.C (London General Omnibus Company), volunteers queuing outside. May 1926

Background imageTemporary Collection: Torrey & Alexander Mission - Brixton Hall, London

Torrey & Alexander Mission - Brixton Hall, London
A fantastic, rare view of the Torrey & Alexander Mission - Brixton Hall, Brixton, London. As Brixtons population increased rapidly during the 1870s

Background imageTemporary Collection: Mulberry Harbour off Arromanches, Normandy, France, WW2

Mulberry Harbour off Arromanches, Normandy, France, WW2
Mulberry Harbour off Arromanches, Normandy, France, a temporary portable harbour used during the Allied D-Day Invasion in June 1944. 1944

Background imageTemporary Collection: Advert for the development of Hiduminium houses 1945

Advert for the development of Hiduminium houses 1945
Applications for Hiduminum pre-fabricated homes. When the nation wants houses industry gives us it confidence. Each home was made from aluminium alloys

Background imageTemporary Collection: Titus (39-81). Roman Emperor. Colossal Head

Titus (39-81). Roman Emperor. Colossal Head
Titus (39-81). Roman Emperor. Flavian dynasty. Colossal Head. Marble. Found in Via Palestro, Rome. From National Archaeological Museum (Naples). Temporary exhibition, Vespasian

Background imageTemporary Collection: Corsair flying boat damage

Corsair flying boat damage
A large hole in the hull of the Imperial Airways flying boat Corsair, the result of a forced landing on the River Dangu, Belgian Congo (Zaire) in March 1939

Background imageTemporary Collection: Temporary dam construction on River Dangu

Temporary dam construction on River Dangu
Local workers construct a temporary dam on the River Dangu, Belgian Congo (Zaire). The dam was being constructed in order to create a lake to allow the flying boat Corsair to take off

Background imageTemporary Collection: 1937 Coronation, annexe to the Abbey constructed

1937 Coronation, annexe to the Abbey constructed
An overhead impression of the temporary structure of steel framing and wood infilling, finished externally in plaster and treated to harmonise with the stonework of the Abbey

Background imageTemporary Collection: Temporary homes 1945

Temporary homes 1945
During World War Two many houses were bombed, there were a shortage of homes for people after the war so temporary homes where quickly built

Background imageTemporary Collection: WORLD WAR I: VICTORY ARCH. The Victory Arch at Madison Square illuminated at night in New York

WORLD WAR I: VICTORY ARCH. The Victory Arch at Madison Square illuminated at night in New York, New York. Photograph, c1918

Background imageTemporary Collection: The fuselage of a Horsa glider - the type used by airborne troops in World War II

The fuselage of a Horsa glider - the type used by airborne troops in World War II - is being converted into a home for a London businessman by Mr

Background imageTemporary Collection: Hyden Heath Camp School - 27 September 1945

Hyden Heath Camp School - 27 September 1945
View of wooden buildings surrounding an open grass area. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. N25426

Background imageTemporary Collection: The Six Voyages of Jean-Baptiste Tavernier

The Six Voyages of Jean-Baptiste Tavernier
English Translation, London. 1677-78. Jean-Baptiste Tvernier was a French writer, traveller and trade merchant. He amassed a small fortune through his expertise and trade in diamonds

Background imageTemporary Collection: East Leeds Military Hospital / Leeds Workhouse, West Yorkshi

East Leeds Military Hospital / Leeds Workhouse, West Yorkshi
The Leeds Union workhouse in its temporary First World War role as East Leeds Military Hospital. Uniformed soldiers stand at the entrance gatehouse which is adorned with a red cross

Background imageTemporary Collection: Inside the annexe at Westminster Abbey - George VI Coronatio

Inside the annexe at Westminster Abbey - George VI Coronatio
A view inside the Great Hall, a temporary annexe designed by Sir James West and built onto Westminster Abbey for the Coronation of King George VI in 1937

Background imageTemporary Collection: Pontoon Bridge over the Tigris at Mosul, Iraq

Pontoon Bridge over the Tigris at Mosul, Iraq
Temporary pontoon bridge over the Tigris at Mosul, Iraq, connecting to a more solid construction further across the flow. The view is from Mosul toward the long low Tell Mound marking the site of

Background imageTemporary Collection: Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon

Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon
The photgraph shows Howard Carter, Lord Carnarvon, Lady Allenby and the Governor of the Province entering the Chamber after the removal of the temporary door

Background imageTemporary Collection: The Smallpox Hulks, Atlas and Endymion, at Deptford Cree

The Smallpox Hulks, Atlas and Endymion, at Deptford Cree
Engraving of the two old hulks, Atlas and Endymion, at Deptford Creek, London, from The Illustrated London News, 23rd July 1881

Background imageTemporary Collection: Ice skaters on the temporary Christmas outdoor ice skating rink in the Old Market Square in front

Ice skaters on the temporary Christmas outdoor ice skating rink in the Old Market Square in front of the Council House in the city centre, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageTemporary Collection: Galata Bridge with Tram and temporary ceremonial gateway

Galata Bridge with Tram and temporary ceremonial gateway
Galata Bridge, Istanbul, Turkey with Tram and temporary ceremonial gateway for an official visit by an unknown European Head of State. Date: 1934

Background imageTemporary Collection: Temporary operating theatre, Lindi area, East Africa, WW1

Temporary operating theatre, Lindi area, East Africa, WW1. 1917

Background imageTemporary Collection: Soho, London - 1 Greek Street W1

Soho, London - 1 Greek Street W1, sign for The House of St Barnabas-in-Soho, founded in 1846 as a homeless charity (described here as a temporary home for women)

Background imageTemporary Collection: House of Commons occupying the House of Lords

House of Commons occupying the House of Lords
Temporary House of Commons occupying the House of Lords during WW2. From late June 1941 until October 1950, the Commons met in the Lords Chamber

Background imageTemporary Collection: Roman Soldiers passing over Bridge of Boats

Roman Soldiers passing over Bridge of Boats
Roman Soldiers crossing a Bridge of Boats, probably over the River Danube, in Trajans war on the Dacians (present-day Romania). circa 101-106

Background imageTemporary Collection: The Building of the Tyne Bridge - Newcastle-upon-Tyne (2 / 4)

The Building of the Tyne Bridge - Newcastle-upon-Tyne (2 / 4)
The Building of the Tyne Bridge - Newcastle-upon-Tyne - (top) Temporary cradle for the River span on the Gateshead side on 25th July 1927 - (bottom) The Main Span on the Gateshead side

Background imageTemporary Collection: Lieutenant-Colonel Dykes temporary HQ, East Africa, WW1

Lieutenant-Colonel Dykes temporary HQ, East Africa, WW1
Lieutenant-Colonel P H Dykes temporary HQ, East Africa, during WW1. 1916

Background imageTemporary Collection: Temporary Housing at Geluwe, Belgium - after WW1

Temporary Housing at Geluwe, Belgium - after WW1
Temporary accomodation for the occupants of Geluwe, a town in the West Flanders province of Belgium (just north-west of Menen/Menin) after the devastation of WW1. circa 1919

Background imageTemporary Collection: Paris Exhibition of 1889 - Machinery Dept

Paris Exhibition of 1889 - Machinery Dept - High Glass - roofed hall with machines Exhibits. Part of Box 119 Boswell Collection

Background imageTemporary Collection: Bathing pool on Selfridges rooftop

Bathing pool on Selfridges rooftop
A new Sportapool, a portable swimming bath which could be fitted up at short notice in almost any convenient place. Here it is installed on the roof of Selfridges department store on Oxford Street

Background imageTemporary Collection: The Pup Cafe, Venice, Los Angeles, USA

The Pup Cafe, Venice, Los Angeles, USA - a hot dog stand in the shape of a dog with curbside service. Shown here nearly fully constructed

Background imageTemporary Collection: Royal Box, Westminster Abbey, London - George V Coronation

Royal Box, Westminster Abbey, London - George V Coronation
The Royal Box, Westminster Abbey, London set up for the Coronation of George V and Queen Mary on 22nd June 1911. Date: 1911

Background imageTemporary Collection: Vespasian (9-79). Roman Emperor. Colossal Head

Vespasian (9-79). Roman Emperor. Colossal Head
Vespasian (9-79). Roman Emperor. Founder of the Flavian dynasty. Colossal Head. Marble. From National Archaeological Museum (Naples). Temporary exhibition, Vespasian

Background imageTemporary Collection: Vespasian. Temporary exhibition. Forum. Rome. Italy

Vespasian. Temporary exhibition. Forum. Rome. Italy
Vespasian. The Two-Thousandth Anniversary of the Flavian Dynasty. Temporary exhibition. Roman Forum. Rome. Italy

Background imageTemporary Collection: People on a makeshift bridge, Peru, South America

People on a makeshift bridge, Peru, South America
People on a makeshift bridge in central Peru, South America. Date: circa 1910

Background imageTemporary Collection: Young boys carrying a Mikoshi - portable Shinto Shrine

Young boys carrying a Mikoshi - portable Shinto Shrine
Young boys carrying a Mikoshi (Divine Palanquin), a portable Shinto Shrine. Shinto followers believe that it serves as the vehicle to transport a deity in Japan while moving between main shrine

Background imageTemporary Collection: Cherry Blossom Festival - Japan

Cherry Blossom Festival - Japan. Temporary tea-houses have been erected and the cakes and sweetmeats sold are shaped in the form of cherries. Date: 1908

Background imageTemporary Collection: Roman Bridge of Boats

Roman Bridge of Boats
Roman soldiers crossing a river using a temporary bridge of boats Date: 1st century

Background imageTemporary Collection: Slum Living Philippines

Slum Living Philippines
A makeshift home on the street at Jolo, Sulu Islands, Philippines. Date: 1985

Background imageTemporary Collection: Buiding the Houses of P

Buiding the Houses of P
The Hoisting-scaffold in operation during the construction of the Victoria Tower of the new Houses of Parliament, designed by Pugin. Date: 1850

Background imageTemporary Collection: A Temporary Entenglement

A Temporary Entenglement
Prime Minister Henry Campbell-Bannerman agrees to listen to the Suffragettes. Date: 1906

Background imageTemporary Collection: Drill shed in Burlington Gardens

Drill shed in Burlington Gardens
The drill shed erected in Burlington Gardens, for the use of the South Middlesex Rifle Volunteers in 1862. Date: 1862

Background imageTemporary Collection: Encampment of sufferers by the Great Fire at Montreal

Encampment of sufferers by the Great Fire at Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The fire began on 8th July 1852 and destroyed almost half of the citys housing

Background imageTemporary Collection: A Temporary Gentleman by H F Maltby

A Temporary Gentleman by H F Maltby
Promotional postcard for A Temporary Gentleman by H. F. Maltby. First produced at the Pier Theatre, Brighton, 17th March and Oxford Theatre, 9th June 1919

Background imageTemporary Collection: Temporary Accommodation Aden

Temporary Accommodation Aden Date: 1959

Background imageTemporary Collection: Advertisement for Johnsons dry cleaners, Maidenhead

Advertisement for Johnsons dry cleaners, Maidenhead
Advertisement for Johnsons dry cleaners, High Street, Maidenhead, with some amazing temporary reductions to three shillings and sixpence, and a four-day turnaround. Date: 20th century

Background imageTemporary Collection: Interior of police hut in County Mayo, Ireland

Interior of police hut in County Mayo, Ireland
Interior of portable hut for Royal Irish Constabulary in County Mayo, Ireland, used for temporary lodging when the armed police are sent into a district where there has been unrest

Background imageTemporary Collection: Portable hut for police in County Mayo, Ireland

Portable hut for police in County Mayo, Ireland. A Royal Irish Constabulary policeman stands outside a portable hut used for temporary lodging when the armed constabulary are sent into a district




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"From Prefabs to Palaces: A Glimpse into Temporary Moments in History" Building of a prefabricated houses in 3 hours, 1945: Witness the marvel of efficiency as homes rise from the ground within hours, offering hope and shelter amidst post-war chaos. WW2 - Chef cooking in a bombed-out street - Blitz, London: Amidst destruction, resilience prevails as a chef fearlessly prepares meals amidst the rubble, reminding us that life goes on even during wartime. Chaffinch (Morris): Delight in nature's temporary visitors as a vibrant chaffinch graces our surroundings with its fleeting presence, bringing joy and color to our lives. Aftermath of fire, London Hop Exchange: The charred remnants bear witness to the destructive power of flames but also serve as a reminder of human determination to rebuild and restore what was lost. Sheep Hatch Camp Schools - 5 October 1945: Education becomes an oasis for young minds seeking solace after World War II; witness their resilience and thirst for knowledge despite the tumultuous times. Selection of diamond crystals: Marvel at these sparkling gems formed over millions of years; they remind us that beauty can emerge from pressure and adversity if we allow ourselves to shine through it all. The Temporary Courthouse at Morant Bay: Step into history where justice prevailed even under challenging circumstances; this courthouse stands tall as a testament to fairness amid uncertainty. Athelney in Somerset, the most flooded village in England: Explore how residents adapt and persevere against relentless floods; their indomitable spirit shines through every wave that threatens their home. Insane Soldiers Asylum, Chatham, Kent, 1857: Uncover forgotten stories within these walls where compassion met mental health struggles head-on; let us remember those who fought battles both seen and unseen. Russian Jews in England.