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British 8 inch Mark VI Howitzer, WW1
British 8 inch Mark VI Howitzer with its distinctive triangular platform for greater stability, designed by Vickers in 1915 for use during the First World War. Date: 1915-1918

Gauges used to manufacture Vickers-Maxim gun
Gauges used to manufacture the Vickers-Maxim gun, a heavy machine gun which was used from the late 1880s through to the 1940s in many wars by many countries. Date: 20th century

British gunners at work beneath a flak-filled sky, WW2
British gunners at work beneath flak-filled sky during the Second World War. They are using a Vickers 3.7 inch a (anti-aircraft) gun on a static mounting. Date: 1939-1945

Testing a Maxim machine gun
Men in top hats (and one in a bowler hat) testing a Maxim machine gun. The Maxim gun was the first self-powered machine gun, invented by Sir Hiram Maxim in 1884

British officers training at Hythe, WW1
British officers undergoing machine gun training at the School of Musketry, Hythe, Kent, during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Museum display of British soldiers with machine gun
A museum display of dummy British soldiers with various means of transport and a Vickers machine gun. Date: 20th century

British soldiers in trench, Ribecourt, France, WW1
Men of the 11th Leicester Regiment (6th Division) with Vickers machine guns in a captured second line trench at Ribecourt, northern France, during the Battle of Cambrai, First World War

British 6 inch Howitzer, WW1
A British 6 inch (26 cwt) Howitzer, designed by Vickers in 1915 for use during the First World War. It continued in use during the Second World War. Seen here with uniformed men in a workshop

Vickers Naval Airship, No. 1 in Cavendish dock Barrow

British Aeroplane (Vickers Biplane) attacking a Taube

First Vickers Maxim gun, 1915
The first Vickers-Maxim machine gun, being fired from the breastwork at Rue de Bois by a soldier of the 2nd Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders from 19th Brigade on the Western Front in France during

Nesle 1918
Men of the 20th British Division and the 22nd French Division in hastily dug rifle pits covering a road, in the Nesle sector of the Somme region

Machine gunners 1916
British machine gunners using a Vickers Gun and wearing their gas masks, near Ovillers during the Battle of the Somme

Vickers Machine Gun
Soldiers filling the water jacket on a Vickers Machine Gun on the Western Front in Belgium during World War I in 1917

Canadian soldiers 1916
Canadian soldiers testing a Vickers machine gun

Royal Air Travel by Thompson
A Vickers-Pegasus Viastra all-metal monoplane fitted with two Bristol Pegasus engines built to the order of the Prince of Wales for personal use in this country and abroad

Launching of Turkish Battleship Reshadieh at Vickers Works, Barrow-on-Furness in September 1913. Almost complete at outbreak of war in August 1914 - seized by British Government

The interior of a British air ambulance
A photograph of a patient on a stretcher, with another stretcher above. The interior of the spacious cabin of a Vickers Vimy aeroplane equipped for medical purposes

Vickers Wellesley - 1
A versatile medium bomber which will see service during the African campaign of World War Two : later models will have a single canopy enclosing the two cockpits

Vickers Works, Erith
The Vickers works, beside the Thames at Erith, Kent

Vickers-Armstrong Plane
Valiant B1, with Rolls Royce engines, maximum speed in excess of 600 mph

Vickers Tank Factory
Interior of Vickers-Armstrong tank factory

Barrow Docks and the ship yard UK
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Ross Smith / Vickers Vimy
Sir Ross Macpherson Smith, Australian aviator, and his Vickers Vimy biplane: with his brother he made the first flight from England to Australia, in 1919

SIMMS WAR MOTOR 1902
Simms War Motor, manufactured by Vickers and Maxim

X-Ray Tube / Vickers / 1936
Million volt X-ray tube; developed by Metropolitan Vickers; installed in St. Bartholomews Hospital

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"Vickers: A Legacy of Aviation Excellence" Step into the world of aviation history with Vickers, a name synonymous with innovation and excellence. From the iconic Supermarine aeroplane to the powerful Rolls-Royce S. 6 engine, it has left an indelible mark on the skies. Take a journey back in time as we explore some of Vickers' most remarkable creations. The Avro Vulcan BMk1, Vickers Valiant BMk1, XD869 - these mighty aircrafts were at the forefront of Britain's defense during crucial moments in history. Not limited to military prowess alone, it also played a vital role in civilian aviation. The Airship Guarantee Co. R-100 showcased their expertise in airship design and engineering. The sleek silhouette of the Vickers VC-10 soaring above BOAC's G-ARVB captures both elegance and power. This forward view offers a glimpse into the golden age of commercial air travel. RAF Gaydon witnessed the majestic presence of RAF Varsity T Mk. 1 - a testament to Vicker's commitment to training future aviators. XV102 Guy Gibson VC proudly displays its Vickers VC10 C1 insignia, paying homage to one of Britain's greatest war heroes while showcasing cutting-edge technology. G-ASGO stands tall as it dons BOAC markings on its livery –the unmistakable symbol of British Airways' early days when they operated under this name. Witness three magnificent Valiant B (K)1s lined up on the runway –a sight that exemplifies strength in numbers and showcases their strategic importance for Bomber Command operations during critical times. Crew inspection reveals meticulous attention to detail as they ensure every aspect is perfect before taking off aboard the legendary Vickers Vimy –a true workhorse that paved new frontiers in long-distance flight capabilities.