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1910s Collection (page 9)

The 1910s were a time of great change and upheaval, both in the UK and around the world

Background image1910s Collection: 6am 16 June 1915 photograph taken by Private Frederick Fyfe Z Company 1 / 10th King

6am 16 June 1915 photograph taken by Private Frederick Fyfe Z Company 1 / 10th King
6am 16 June 1915 photograph taken by Private Frederick Fyfe Z Company 1/10th Kings Regiment (Liverpool Scottish) who was brought down wounded a few yards in front of a German Advance trench at

Background image1910s Collection: An exploding phosphorous round silhouettes a helmeted American soldier of the 28th

An exploding phosphorous round silhouettes a helmeted American soldier of the 28th Division in No Mans Land at Fismette 27th August 1918

Background image1910s Collection: Leader of the WSPU Emmeline Pankhurst (centre) leads a women

Leader of the WSPU Emmeline Pankhurst (centre) leads a womens procession along Victoria Embankment to demand that the government use women in the making of ammunition. 17th July 1915

Background image1910s Collection: Sea Scouts hard at work. September 1912

Sea Scouts hard at work. September 1912

Background image1910s Collection: King George V on the Royal Barge during the Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire. 6th July 1912

King George V on the Royal Barge during the Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire. 6th July 1912

Background image1910s Collection: The Thames Pageant. The Royal Barge with the Royal family on board leaving the Custom

The Thames Pageant. The Royal Barge with the Royal family on board leaving the Custom House. 5th August 1919

Background image1910s Collection: Queen Mary and Princess Mary on the Royal Barge during the Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire

Queen Mary and Princess Mary on the Royal Barge during the Henley Regatta, Oxfordshire. 6th July 1912

Background image1910s Collection: Portugal October 5th Revolution 1910. The offices of the O Seculo newspaper in

Portugal October 5th Revolution 1910. The offices of the O Seculo newspaper in Lisbon are turned into a makeshift Red Cross station as fighting between the republicans and monarchist intensifies

Background image1910s Collection: Sea Scouts hard at work on board the vessel given to them by The Daily Mirror

Sea Scouts hard at work on board the vessel given to them by The Daily Mirror. September 1912

Background image1910s Collection: Soldiers of the 10th Service Battalion of the Royal Warwickshire seen here parading

Soldiers of the 10th Service Battalion of the Royal Warwickshire seen here parading on the beach at Weston Super Mare February 1915

Background image1910s Collection: Serbian civilians and military forces on the move during the retreat to the Adriatic Sea

Serbian civilians and military forces on the move during the retreat to the Adriatic Sea coast, and Albania. Circa 30th November 1915

Background image1910s Collection: Shells bursting in the distance on newly captured ground taken from the main road to

Shells bursting in the distance on newly captured ground taken from the main road to Zonnebeke during the Battle of the Menin Road Ridge, part of the Passendaele campaign. 20 September 1917

Background image1910s Collection: Parade of Yachts, Cowes, Isle of Wight. 4th August 1913

Parade of Yachts, Cowes, Isle of Wight. 4th August 1913

Background image1910s Collection: The Royal Barge sailing on the River Thames during the River Pageant. 4th August 1919

The Royal Barge sailing on the River Thames during the River Pageant. 4th August 1919

Background image1910s Collection: Lord Mayor presenting Christs Hospital schoolgirls with gifts at Mansion House

Lord Mayor presenting Christs Hospital schoolgirls with gifts at Mansion House, London. 21st September 1916

Background image1910s Collection: The Bishop of Chichester speaking at Christs Hospital School, Horsham. June 1911

The Bishop of Chichester speaking at Christs Hospital School, Horsham. June 1911

Background image1910s Collection: The Three Musketeers, A Flanders silhouette. 3rd September 1917 The silhouette is

The Three Musketeers, A Flanders silhouette. 3rd September 1917 The silhouette is suggestive of one of Captain Bairnsfathers pictures

Background image1910s Collection: Aircraft of the Royal Air Force seen here bombing a German airfield in Northern France

Aircraft of the Royal Air Force seen here bombing a German airfield in Northern France. The wing commanders aircraft can be seen making a low pass of the airfield during the attack to observe

Background image1910s Collection: London to Manchester Air Race 27th April 1910 Crowds gather around the aircraft of

London to Manchester Air Race 27th April 1910 Crowds gather around the aircraft of Grahame White at Wormwood Scrubs, following a test flight before the start of the Daily Mail London to Manchester

Background image1910s Collection: A British Army Mk IV tank being tested on a steep gradient at Oldbury in the West

A British Army Mk IV tank being tested on a steep gradient at Oldbury in the West Midlands 4th April 1918

Background image1910s Collection: Parade of civilian police force. 11th March 1912

Parade of civilian police force. 11th March 1912

Background image1910s Collection: Sir E Ward inspects Specials. Between 1, 500 and 1, 700 specials of the N Division are

Sir E Ward inspects Specials. Between 1, 500 and 1, 700 specials of the N Division are inspected by Sir Edward Ward on the grounds of the Drapers School at Tottenham

Background image1910s Collection: Not the kind of pet everyone would like. This is a Serval in the arms of Mr Gillespie at

Not the kind of pet everyone would like. This is a Serval in the arms of Mr Gillespie at Edinburgh Zoo. 20th August 1919

Background image1910s Collection: Leader of the WSPU Emmeline Pankhurst (centre) leads a women

Leader of the WSPU Emmeline Pankhurst (centre) leads a womens procession along Victoria Embankment to demand that the government use women in the making of ammunition. 17th July 1915

Background image1910s Collection: The march of the Honourable Artillery Company. 20th May 1919

The march of the Honourable Artillery Company. 20th May 1919. The cadre of the 1st Battalion the Honourable Artillery Company

Background image1910s Collection: The Colours of the Brigade of Guards headed by the massed bands were marched to Charing

The Colours of the Brigade of Guards headed by the massed bands were marched to Charing Cross to join the Battalions on the Rhine

Background image1910s Collection: Special tug for the Daily Mirror. The Liverpool tug, Egerton

Special tug for the Daily Mirror. The Liverpool tug, Egerton, delivers a big supply of Daily Mirrors to Douglas, Isle of Man

Background image1910s Collection: A peculiar stile, said to be the last of its kind, situated between the village of

A peculiar stile, said to be the last of its kind, situated between the village of Hildersham and Linton, Cambridge. It is a Clapper stile the heavy blocks bring it back into position after a person

Background image1910s Collection: British soldiers of the East Surrey Regiment, seen here at Le Quesnoy, Northern France

British soldiers of the East Surrey Regiment, seen here at Le Quesnoy, Northern France. Giving cheers for King George V, on 11th November 1918

Background image1910s Collection: Rail Strike. A lorry load of special constables who have been called up for duty

Rail Strike. A lorry load of special constables who have been called up for duty, driving to Lots Road, Fulham, to guard the power station. 5th October 1919

Background image1910s Collection: Convict film which was censored. A pictured drama by the Anchor Film Company

Convict film which was censored. A pictured drama by the Anchor Film Company, dealing with the escape of a convict from Portland, portions of which have been banned by the censor

Background image1910s Collection: The German Imperial Navy Light Cruiser SMS Emden seen here anchored in the Firth of Forth

The German Imperial Navy Light Cruiser SMS Emden seen here anchored in the Firth of Forth following Operation ZZ the surrender of the German High Seas Fleet to the Royal Navy following the signing of

Background image1910s Collection: Imperial German Navy Battleship SMS Grosser Kurfurst circa 1918

Imperial German Navy Battleship SMS Grosser Kurfurst circa 1918. The SMS Grosser Kurfurst was formally commissioned into the Imperial Navy on 30 July 1914, just days before the outbreak of war

Background image1910s Collection: The Imperial German Navy, Battlecruiser SMS Von der Tann Circa 1918

The Imperial German Navy, Battlecruiser SMS Von der Tann Circa 1918. She was the German navys first major turbine-powered warship

Background image1910s Collection: Residents of Selly Oak celebrate the summer with a fancy dress competition

Residents of Selly Oak celebrate the summer with a fancy dress competition. Six of the competitors pictured behind the Working Mens Club

Background image1910s Collection: Harrovians cheer their team on during the annual Schools Day match between Eton

Harrovians cheer their team on during the annual Schools Day match between Eton and Harrow at Lords Cricket ground. 13th July 1914

Background image1910s Collection: Aerial view of the city of Dusseldorf in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia in

Aerial view of the city of Dusseldorf in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia in Western Germany. Picture taken shortly before the start of World War One showing the Oberkasseler Bridge across

Background image1910s Collection: Aerial view of the city of Dusseldorf in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia in

Aerial view of the city of Dusseldorf in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia in Western Germany, taken from Zeppelin airship Number VII

Background image1910s Collection: German guns captured during the British Advance. Picture taken

German guns captured during the British Advance. Picture taken on the British Western front in France. The Armistice of 11 November 1918 was the armistice that ended fighting on land

Background image1910s Collection: German anti aircraft guns, on show in Belgium, handed over to fulfill Armistice Terms

German anti aircraft guns, on show in Belgium, handed over to fulfill Armistice Terms. The Armistice of 11 November 1918 was the armistice that ended fighting on land

Background image1910s Collection: Manchester suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, centre, pictured in January 1913

Manchester suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, centre, pictured in January 1913. For MEN Media Titles

Background image1910s Collection: Balloon ascents in the centre of Birmingham by Lieut George Lempriere, West Midlands

Balloon ascents in the centre of Birmingham by Lieut George Lempriere, West Midlands, Circa 1911

Background image1910s Collection: Central London - a view of Alwych, showing The Waldorf Hotel

Central London - a view of Alwych, showing The Waldorf Hotel, centre of the picture with its flag flying. Picture taken 17th December 1913

Background image1910s Collection: March of the National Union of Suffrage Societies, the organisation of Margaret Ashton

March of the National Union of Suffrage Societies, the organisation of Margaret Ashton, passing through Manchester on their way to London from Carlisle. July 1913

Background image1910s Collection: Peace talks between the Big Four fat the end of Wold War One. Circa January 1919

Peace talks between the Big Four fat the end of Wold War One. Circa January 1919

Background image1910s Collection: Sailmaker and his apprentice in his work room at Rye. Circa 1910

Sailmaker and his apprentice in his work room at Rye. Circa 1910

Background image1910s Collection: North Eastern Daily Gazette, Newspaper Offices in Zetland Road, Middlesbrough, Circa 1910

North Eastern Daily Gazette, Newspaper Offices in Zetland Road, Middlesbrough, Circa 1910

Background image1910s Collection: RECRUIT YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU. And this was one way of telling people about it

RECRUIT YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU. And this was one way of telling people about it. This tram was decorated to aid recruiting in World War 1



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The 1910s were a time of great change and upheaval, both in the UK and around the world. As World War I loomed on the horizon, Lord Kitchener's iconic "Your Country Needs You" recruitment campaign echoed through the streets, urging men to join the fight for their country. The propaganda slogans became synonymous with this era, as patriotism surged and young men answered the call to arms. Meanwhile, in the entertainment industry, Barbra Streisand dazzled audiences in her roller skates during her performance in "Funny Girl" - a film that brought to life the story of American comedienne Fanny Brice. This cinematic masterpiece captured hearts and showcased Streisand's immense talent. In Gloucestershire, picturesque scenes unfolded at Winchcombe Station and Footbridge as well as Moreton-in-Marsh Station. These snapshots from c. 1910 transport us back to a simpler time when steam trains chugged along their tracks amidst stunning countryside landscapes. But not all was idyllic during this decade; it was also an era of struggle for women's rights. The suffragettes fought tirelessly for equality and voting rights through protests and publications like magazines dedicated to their cause. Their determination paved the way for progress towards gender equality. Amidst political movements and social change, advertisements played a significant role in shaping popular culture. Ushers Scotch whiskey adverts enticed consumers with promises of quality spirits while La Vie Parisienne magazines transported readers into a world of glamourous baths adorned with fashionable bathing hats by Cheri Herouard. As we delve further into this captivating period through photographs like Shambles CC76_00555 or Didcot Station and Signal Box in Oxfordshire circa 1910 or Platform 1 at Paddington Station from that same era (Picture No. 11981750), we are reminded of how much has changed since then but also how some elements have remained timeless.