Broadcasting Collection (page 4)

Ben Salvin and his Colombia Recording Orchestra, 1928 Date: 1928

First French public radio broadcast from the radio station of Sainte-Assise on 26th
CHT276301 First French public radio broadcast from the radio station of Sainte-Assise on 26th November 1921 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); CNAM

Advert, Atwater Kent Model 35 Radio. 1926

Advert, Atwater Kent Model 32 Radio. 1926

Advert, Atwater Kent Model 20 Radio. 1926

Broadcasting, A new departure with a great future (b / w photo)
6008287 Broadcasting, A new departure with a great future (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Broadcasting, A new departure with a great future)

Cartoon, The Bedtime Story, now delivered via the radio. 1923

Ekcovision 17 inch black and white television, model T330, manufactured by E K Cole of Southend. 1958

Three singers, BBC Dance Band, Broadcasting House
Three male singers with BBC Dance Band at Broadcasting House, London. 1935

BBC Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London
The newly built BBC Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London. 1935

Advert, McMichael Radio
Advertisement for McMichael Radio, used on the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition. 1933

Future television broadcast on giant screens in a public square (colour litho)
3115319 Future television broadcast on giant screens in a public square (colour litho) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Television scanning disk invented by August Karolus, c. 1930 (b / w photo)
RYS355874 Television scanning disk invented by August Karolus, c.1930 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Columbia Square, home of KNX Columbia Broadcasting System
Postcard showing Columbia Square, home of KNX Columbia Broadcasting System, CBS, Hollywood, 1930s Date: 1930s

The first broadcast transmitter operated in Great Britain, installed at the Marconi Works
2662503 The first broadcast transmitter operated in Great Britain, installed at the Marconi Works, Chelmsford, in 1919 and 1920, from The Story of Twenty Five Years

Reginald Foresythe and Elisabeth Welch broadcasting for BBC radio in Starlight. Reginald Foresythe (1907-1958) British jazz pianist, arranger

Cover design, Television Scrap Book. 1950s

Mole-Richardson Lighting, Granada Televison Studios
Mole-Richardson Lighting for Granada Televison Studios, Manchester. circa 1957

Pictures on the wireless! New wonder for B. B. C audience 1928
Diagram showing the new way in which the B.B.C will broadcast photographs and drawings. 1928

Tony Blackburn - Radio DJ Date: 1970s - 1980s

Radio broadcast, Lancelot White, 7-year-old elocutionist
Radio broadcast by Lancelot White, a 7-year-old elocutionist. 1924

BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer (Uncle Rex)
BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer, known affectionately as Uncle Rex. 1923

BBC Broadcasting House, Waiting Room on 3rd Floor
BBC Broadcasting House, May 1935, Waiting Room on 3rd Floor. 1935

BBC Broadcasting House, Studio 6D for Effects
BBC Broadcasting House, May 1935, Studio 6D for Effects. 1935

BBC Broadcasting House, Studio 3D for Talks
BBC Broadcasting House, May 1935, Studio 3D for Talks. 1935

BBC Broadcasting House, Concert Hall from stage
BBC Broadcasting House in May 1935, the Concert Hall viewed from the stage. 1935

Television magazine cover, April 1932, The Worlds First Television Journal, listing BBC television programmes. 1932

Postwar poster, SOS To All Nations, Disarm
Postwar poster, design by Batt, SOS To All Nations, Disarm, Join the League of Nations Union. circa 1920

Television, developed by John L. Baird, was successfully broadcast (both sight and sound
STC361018 Television, developed by John L. Baird, was successfully broadcast (both sight and sound) in 1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Detail of the wall of the Hauptfunksaal in the NORAG building in Hamburg, c
RYS355873 Detail of the wall of the Hauptfunksaal in the NORAG building in Hamburg, c.1931 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The development of wireless during the reign of King George V (litho)
5996631 The development of wireless during the reign of King George V (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

King George speaking over the wireless (b / w photo)
STC444626 King George speaking over the wireless (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George V (1865-1936)

"Advance, Britannia! Long live the cause of Freedom! God save the King!": Mr
STC364896 " Advance, Britannia! Long live the cause of Freedom! God save the King!" : Mr. Winston Churchill seated at the microphone on VE Day

Listening to one of President Roosevelts Fireside Chats on the radio
PNP254338 Listening to one of President Roosevelts Fireside Chats on the radio, Kansas, c.1930 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Studio for recording religious broadcasts at the BBC, London (b / w photo)
6015572 Studio for recording religious broadcasts at the BBC, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Radio City, New York City, New York, USA (b / w photo)
6015570 Radio City, New York City, New York, USA (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radio City, New York City, New York, USA)

Newsreader reading the news in the studios of the BBC, London (b / w photo)
6015568 Newsreader reading the news in the studios of the BBC, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A successful attempt to see by wireless (litho)
979344 A successful attempt to see by wireless (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A successful attempt to see by wireless)

Radio owned by Herman and Minnie Roundtree, 1948. Creator: Unknown
This radio belonged to Herman and Minnie Roundtree. Minnie Jones Roundtree loved to play baseball with the boys when she was growing up

Leslie speaker cabinet owned by James Brown, ca. 1968. Creator: Unknown
A Leslie type 122 speaker cabinet covered in black vinyl and trimmed with silver roping. Red vinyl letters outlined with brass colored metal rivets form the letters " J B" on the front of

The BBC have chosen two new men and two new women to introduce evening television shows. Picture shows (left) Michael Aspel (27) from London and (right) Kenneth Kendall (36) from Mysore State

Paul Hollingdale (far left) and Tony Blackburn (far right), with their BBC Radio colleagues celebrate the launch of Radio One and Radio Two

Tony Blackburn, the 22 year old Disc Jockey, in bed at his Knightsbridge flat. His alarm call will soon ring at 5am to wake him up

The 1975 Royal Television Society Awards: Actor Gordon Jackson -The Performance Award winner with 8 of the other Award winners

British Prime Minister Winston Churchill making a radio broadcast from Downing Street during the Second World War. November 1942

David Francey, BBC Radio Sports Commentator aged 63, May 1987

David Francey, former BBC Radio Sports Commentator, aged 63, relaxes in his garden after his recent retirement, May 1987

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"Broadcasting: A Journey through the Waves of Communication" Step aboard the Pirate Radio ship, where rebellion met melody on the Essex coast. Radio Caroline, a symbol of freedom and defiance, defied conventional norms to bring music to the masses. In another corner history, Radio London made waves along the Essex coast. Its vibrant energy resonated with listeners who craved an alternative sound. While radio ruled the airwaves, television emerged as a visual medium captivating audiences across Britain. From Alexandra Palace to Television Centre, these iconic landmarks became gateways into new realms of entertainment and information. The soothing voice of David Attenborough echoed through our screens as he unveiled nature's wonders. This British naturalist brought us closer to wildlife than ever before, inspiring generations to cherish and protect our planet. Behind every successful broadcast lies meticulous planning and innovation. The BBC Broadcasting House stood tall as a hub for creativity and excellence since 1935. It served as a beacon for journalism that informed and educated millions worldwide. From Archie Andrews' comedic antics to Peter Brough's ventriloquism mastery and Vera Lynn's enchanting melodies - these beloved figures graced our radios with their talent, bringing joy into countless homes across Britain. At the heart of it all was technology - tape recorders revolutionized how we captured sound forever. With each click of its buttons, memories were preserved in time; stories waiting patiently to be shared once more. And let us not forget Bonzo adding his unique flair by introducing a fifth member to any quartet. His playful spirit reminded us that even within structured broadcasts, there is room for unexpected surprises that make life all the more colorful. Through pirate ships sailing against conformity or renowned broadcasters shaping cultural landscapes - broadcasting has been an ever-evolving force connecting people near and far. It continues to shape our world today by bridging gaps between communities while celebrating diversity in all its forms.