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Week Collection (#7)

"Capturing the Essence of a Vibrant Week

Background imageWeek Collection: Roman winged tutelary goddess of a city

Roman winged tutelary goddess of a city, holding a Patera and double Cornucopia. The seven busts over the wings represent the days of the week

Background imageWeek Collection: Picture No. 12010847

Picture No. 12010847
Golden Retriever Dog, 7 week old puppy wearing golden bowler hat and bow tie Digital manipulation Date:

Background imageWeek Collection: Picture No. 11982323

Picture No. 11982323
Dog - Black Labrador - 6 week old puppy - wearing a golden Christmas hat Digital manipulation Date:

Background imageWeek Collection: British Food Rationing, First World War, 1918

British Food Rationing, First World War, 1918
Diagram showing the weekly butchers meat ration allowed for an adult (with children receiving half the amount). Rationing was introduced at the end of World War One when ships carrying food

Background imageWeek Collection: Society at Cowes - on board the Solace

Society at Cowes - on board the Solace
On board the Solace during Cowes Week - the Hon. Ruby Hardinge, Miss Meeking, Lady Milford Haven (previously Countess Nada Torby), Princess Margaret of Greece

Background imageWeek Collection: Take a 3-year job with the Professionals

Take a 3-year job with the Professionals, / Starting pay L 19.53 a week.Colour photolithograph recruiting poster published by Her Majesty

Background imageWeek Collection: To Let, Furnished, Christmas Week Only by Inder Burns

To Let, Furnished, Christmas Week Only by Inder Burns
A fashionable couple approach a cosy rural cottage on foot through the snow, on a star-lit Christmas night. Date: 1931

Background imageWeek Collection: Poster, Holidays in Greece

Poster, Holidays in Greece, Bamboo Village, Vouliagmeni, Athens, departures from Marseilles every week. 20th century

Background imageWeek Collection: Poster, Mac & Umbrella Week, John Walsh Ltd

Poster, Mac & Umbrella Week, John Walsh Ltd, a department store in Sheffield, Yorkshire. circa 1930s

Background imageWeek Collection: Watch words on a circular greetings card

Watch words on a circular greetings card
Watch words for the days of the week on a circular greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageWeek Collection: Rag week stunt on the river, Cambridge University

Rag week stunt on the river, Cambridge University, showing students in costume in a punt, one of them playing bagpipes, another playing a drum. Date: 1967

Background imageWeek Collection: The Earl and Countess of Annesley at Cowes, 1910

The Earl and Countess of Annesley at Cowes, 1910
Society at Cowes - Francis Annesley, 6th Earl of Annesley, Lord Glerawly before succeeding to the title (1884-1914), son of the 5th earl and Miss Mabel Frances Markham

Background imageWeek Collection: Mass of Pope Benedict XVI in Holy Week

Mass of Pope Benedict XVI in Holy Week. Saint Peters Square. Vatican City

Background imageWeek Collection: The Pharisees told the man not to transport the bed on the S

The Pharisees told the man not to transport the bed on the Sabbath. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Background imageWeek Collection: Jesus and the Apostles: the washing of feet. Anonymous 17th

Jesus and the Apostles: the washing of feet. Anonymous 17th
Fresco from the Monastery of St. Andrew in Mesovouni Volimes. Anonymous 17th century. Jesus and the Apostles: the washing of feet. Byzantine Museum. Zante. Ionian Islands. Greece

Background imageWeek Collection: WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, Don t miss the boat

WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, Don t miss the boat, the Navys Here. In support of the National Savings Movement and the Warship Week Campaign. Date: 1942

Background imageWeek Collection: WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, The Signal Is Save

WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, The Signal Is Save
WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, The Signal is Save. The Navys Here. In support of the National Savings Movement and the Warship Week Campaign. Date: 1942

Background imageWeek Collection: WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, HMS Victory bulldog

WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, HMS Victory bulldog
WW2 leaflet, Warship Week, The Navy Guards Your Food. HMS Victory bulldog. In support of the National Savings Movement and the Warship Week Campaign. Date: 1942

Background imageWeek Collection: Quex Ambulance Q. 2 used as a selling booth

Quex Ambulance Q. 2 used as a selling booth
Quex Ambulance Q.2 being used as a selling booth during War Weapons Week in Birchington. Major Powell-Cotton (in Homberg hat) is speaking to one of the women at the table

Background imageWeek Collection: Selling War Certificates, Birchington

Selling War Certificates, Birchington
Hannah Powell-Cotton, in her uniform as Commandant of Birchington Voluntary Aid Detachment, sitting at a table selling War Certificates during War Weapons Week

Background imageWeek Collection: Birchington Sports Day, Egg & Spoon Race

Birchington Sports Day, Egg & Spoon Race
In conjunction with Birchington War Weapons Week in late May 1918, the Quex Park VAD Hospital and its Annexe at St Michaels in Birchington organised a Sports event

Background imageWeek Collection: VAD patients at the Birchington Sports Day

VAD patients at the Birchington Sports Day
VAD Hospital patients at the Sports Day held at Woodford House School field in Birchington during War Weapons Week. The Quex Park VAD Hospital

Background imageWeek Collection: Good Friday Procession

Good Friday Procession
A Good Friday procession in Jerusalem through the Via Dolorosa. Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ by carrrying a large cross to their church. Date: 1979

Background imageWeek Collection: Recycling Pig Swill

Recycling Pig Swill
The Lobb Brothers (Charles & Henry) collect pig swill in special pails, twice a week from the homes of 25-30 neighbours, who are pleased that their waste is recycled. Date: 1930s

Background imageWeek Collection: Sand Martin (Morris)

Sand Martin (Morris)
SAND MARTIN (Cotile riparia) One of the earliest migrants to arrive in Britain, usually by the third week of March. Date: 1851

Background imageWeek Collection: St Petersburg / Sledging

St Petersburg / Sledging
St Petersburg: people sledging during Easter Week, near the statue of Peter the Great Date: 1847

Background imageWeek Collection: German Guns, Leningrad

German Guns, Leningrad
A German rail-mounted gun targets Leningrad : shells land on the city on an average of one every 3 minutes, day after day, week after week Date: 1942

Background imageWeek Collection: A Week End by Walter William Ellis

A Week End by Walter William Ellis
Promotional postcard for A Week End by Walter William Ellis. First produced at the Kingsway Theatre, 12th September 1918. Touring to Theatre Royal, Windsor, 4th April 1921 Date: 1921

Background imageWeek Collection: Stationery, T Cowley, Eastbourne, Sussex

Stationery, T Cowley, Eastbourne, Sussex
Stationery, T Cowley, 132 Terminus Road, Eastbourne, Sussex, also London and Brighton, with handwritten details. 1916

Background imageWeek Collection: Waring & Gillows premises during peace week 1919

Waring & Gillows premises during peace week 1919
Waring & Gillow, furniture store in Oxford Street, London. Decorated with a blaze of colour, flags of victorious nations, bunting

Background imageWeek Collection: The Duke of Edinburgh competing at Cowes

The Duke of Edinburgh competing at Cowes
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, competing at Cowes Regatta in 1952. Date: 1953

Background imageWeek Collection: The Hon. Mrs Mitford

The Hon. Mrs Mitford
Sidney Gibson Bowles (1880 - 1963), daughter of Thomas Gibson Bowles (founder of The Lady and English Vanity Fair and MP). Mother of the famous (and infamous) Mitford sisters

Background imageWeek Collection: New dial work of a small spring clock

New dial work of a small spring clock.. New dial work of a small spring clock showing the phenomena of the moon, days of the week, months, compass, etc

Background imageWeek Collection: Textile Procession, Preston, Lancashire

Textile Procession, Preston, Lancashire, England. Guild Week Celebrations Date: 1922

Background imageWeek Collection: Arch of Textile Bails, Preston, Lancashire

Arch of Textile Bails, Preston, Lancashire, England. Guild Week Celebrations Date: 1922

Background imageWeek Collection: Wings for Victory Week, Display by College

Wings for Victory Week, Display by College

Background imageWeek Collection: Group of golfers

Group of golfers at Llandudno Golf Club, Whit Week 1914 Date: 1913

Background imageWeek Collection: Four men on a bench at golf club

Four men on a bench at golf club, believed to be Llandudno at Whit week 1913. Second from left is the photogrpahers brother Edgar who was to become a WW1 casualty just 4 years later

Background imageWeek Collection: Llandudno Golf Club

Llandudno Golf Club at Whit Week 1913 Date: 1913

Background imageWeek Collection: Group of men by a car

Group of men by a car, believed to be at Llandudno, Whit week 1913 Date: 1913

Background imageWeek Collection: BENLLIURE, Mariano. Our Father Jesus

BENLLIURE, Mariano. Our Father Jesus
BENLLIURE y GIL, Mariano (1862-1947). Our Father Jesus of Nazareth. 1935. Procession image from Holy Week (Easter) in Malaga. Sculpture on wood

Background imageWeek Collection: Princess Marijke with Dutch boy scout

Princess Marijke with Dutch boy scout
Princess Marijke (Maria Christina, right), daughter of Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, watching a Dutch boy scout who is polishing a brass kettle at Soestdijk Palace as part of

Background imageWeek Collection: Scouts during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa

Scouts during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa
Scouts at the Gold Coast Hospital during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa. They are standing by the bed of a sick boy patient, with a nurse alongside. Date: 1951

Background imageWeek Collection: Scouts and cubs, Bob A Job Week, Ghana, West Africa

Scouts and cubs, Bob A Job Week, Ghana, West Africa
Scouts and cubs taking part in Bob A Job Week, Accra, Ghana, West Africa. Seen here cleaning gutters and streets

Background imageWeek Collection: Flag ceremony at Scouts Own Service in Ghana, West Africa

Flag ceremony at Scouts Own Service in Ghana, West Africa. Handing in of the colours by the colour party, watched by brownies, cubs, scouts and guides. Date: 1951

Background imageWeek Collection: Raising flag at Scouts Own Service in Ghana, West Africa

Raising flag at Scouts Own Service in Ghana, West Africa
Raising the flag at a Scouts Own Service to open Scout Week in Ghana, West Africa, 18 February 1951. Date: 1951

Background imageWeek Collection: Boy scouts washing a dog, Georgetown, British Guyana

Boy scouts washing a dog, Georgetown, British Guyana
Three boy scouts washing a dog during Work and Earn Week in Georgetown, British Guyana, South America. They belong to Troop 27, Queens Colours. Date: 1955

Background imageWeek Collection: Scouts marching, Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa

Scouts marching, Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa
Colour Party of scouts and cubs marching during Accra Scout Week, Ghana, West Africa, February 1951. Date: 1951




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"Capturing the Essence of a Vibrant Week: From Cub Scouts to Festivals of Springtime" This captivating week was filled with diverse activities and events that left an indelible mark on our memories. It all began with the heartwarming sight of Cub Scouts taking part in Operation Shoeshine, showcasing their dedication and commitment to serving their community. As the week unfolded, we delved into history through literature, exploring William Heath Robinson's whimsical world in "Wherefore Art Thou, Radio?" This enchanting tale transported us to a bygone era where imagination knew no bounds. The spirit of adventure took center stage as we witnessed yachting enthusiasts gathering at Cowes for thrilling races and exhilarating competitions. The wind in their sails symbolized freedom and the pursuit of dreams. Intriguing stories continued to unfold as May Bowley's masterpiece "Fridays Child" captivated our hearts. Through her words, we embarked on an emotional journey that reminded us of the power of resilience and hope. The skies came alive during "Flying for the Summer Weekend, " where C. E. Turner showcased breathtaking aerial displays that left spectators awestruck. The sheer beauty and grace displayed by these skilled pilots were nothing short of mesmerizing. Our historical voyage then led us to Dublin, Ireland during The Easter Rising – a pivotal moment etched in Irish history forever. We paid homage to those who fought bravely for independence, honoring their courage and sacrifice. Across continents, San Francisco experienced its own spectacle during 2006 Fleet Week when Blue Angels graced the sky with precision maneuvers. Their awe-inspiring flyby thrilled audiences young and old alike while celebrating naval traditions. Transporting ourselves back in time once again, we marveled at Avro Lincoln being refueled at Blackbush - a testament to human ingenuity pushing boundaries beyond what seemed possible before.