1956 Collection (page 7)

Piccadilly Circus at night, London
Piccadilly Circus at night with illuminated advertisements. Date: circa 1956

Photograph of Shoeburyness Hotel, Shoeburyness, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Royal Lancer PH, Queens Park, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Red Lion PH, Colliers Wood, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Railway Hotel, Streatham, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1943

Photograph of Prince Of Wales PH, Wandsworth, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Pitts Head PH, Canning Town, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Marquis Of Granby PH, New Cross, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Leinster Arms, Lancaster Gate, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Iron Horse PH, Merstham, Surrey. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Photograph of Huntingdon Arms, Canning Town, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Harrow PH, Barking, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1939

Photograph of Gloucester PH, Walworth, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1939

Photograph of East India Arms, Fenchurch Street, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Photograph of Common Gate PH, Walthamstow, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Some of the 72 members of the British Olympic Team, who arrived back from the Melbourne Games into London Airport on December 9. Date: 1956

Dalai Lama addressing a huge crowd in Tibet, 1956
Where insurrection and deep anti-Chinese unrest are reported: Tibet - a photograph showing the Dalai Lama addressing a huge religious gathering at the Jokhang Temple in the capital, Lhasa. Date: 1956

Boats in Brixham Harbour, Devon
A jumble of rowing boats and fishing boats in Brixham Harbour, Devon. Date: 1956

Off to the Continent? - British Railways Cross-Channel Services Date: 1956

Drystone Walls of the North - First-class drystone walling beside the River at Langdale in the Lake District: Many of the stones for the wall have been picked from the river-bed - a frequent

Winifred Atwell on the cover of her recording of Make it a Party which was a top ten chart success. Winifred Atwell (1914-1983)

Polish poster for a film, Wraki (Wrecks), directed by Ewa Petelska and Czeslaw Petelski. circa 1956

US classic car 1956 Series 62 Deville
Beate Gube

Sport - Football - Arsenal - 1955-56 Arsenal players - Forbes, Tommy Lawton, Lishman Date - 17th Aug 1956

Cardiff Arms Park, Wales, Sunday 25th November 1956

Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier of Monaco at Monte Carlo Casino to celebrate their upcoming wedding. 16th April 1956

Scenes in Monte Carlo ahead of the wedding of Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier. Prince Rainiers private Chaplain Father Tucker (centre) with John Kelly, father of the bride (right). 14th April 1956

Wedding gifts and portraits of Grace Kelly at the Princes Palace of Monaco ahead of her wedding to Prince Rainier. April 1956

Wedding presents at the Princes Palace of Monaco for Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier. April 1956

Prince Rainier of Monaco in his suite aboard the ile de France. 22nd March 1956

Scenes in Monte Carlo, Monaco, ahead of the wedding of Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier. Actress Kim Novak. April 1956

The marriage of Grace Kelly to Prince Rainier III. 19th April 1956

The marriage of Grace Kelly to Prince Rainier III, 1956. 19th April 1956

Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III arrive for a special ballet performance. Their civil ceremony took place today, tomorrow is the church ceremony

Scenes in Monte Carlo harbour as Grace Kelly arrives for her wedding to Prince Rainier III in the following days. Pictured

Grace Kelly arrives in Monte Carlo for her wedding to Prince Rainier III in the following days. Pictured, down the gangway from Prince Rainiers yacht walk Grace Kelly and her husband to be

Anthony Quayle with Mary Ure and Megs Jenkins rehearsing play View From the Bridge by Arthur Miller - October 1956

Jack Lemmon during interview in London - July 1956

Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother and Queen Elizabeth II attend the Grand National at Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool, accompanied by Lord Derby and the Earl of Sefton. 24th March 1956

Queen Elizabeth II returns to the jetty at Iona, off the western coast of Scotland, accompanied by Sir Charles MacLean of Duart. Following are the Duke of Edinburgh and Princess Margaret

Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret chat with Dr. Charles Ware at Iona Cathedral, off the west coast of Scotland. 13th August 1956

The Royal Family visit South Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland. The family leave the jetty at Loch Skiport Pier to join the Royal Yacht. Princess Anne and Prince Charles are pictured on a boat

In the shadow of Lichfield Cathedral, the Greenhill Bower procession makes its way through town. 2nd May 1956

Glasgow Rangers return from their pre season Spanish tour seen here at London Airport. 5th June 1956

Aerial of Port Sunlight Village, Merseyside, 1st March 1956

Tucked away in a garage n Hampshire is a that thousands of people would love to own. It was invented by 67 year old Mr Grandville Bradshaw who has already earned over one million pounds form his

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

In 1956, a pivotal year in history, the world witnessed remarkable events and cultural icons that left an indelible mark on society. American civil rights advocate Rosa Parks fearlessly took her seat at the front of a public bus in Montgomery, Alabama, challenging segregation and igniting a movement for equality. Seated behind her was reporter Nicholas C. Criss, capturing this powerful moment that would forever change the course of history. Meanwhile, as people dreamt of exploration and adventure, posters showcasing glamorous travel options emerged. The Cunard Line poster beckoned travelers to embark on luxurious voyages across vast oceans. The Monaco Grand Prix Poster enticed adrenaline junkies with promises of thrilling races through picturesque streets. For those seeking relaxation amidst stunning landscapes, an Aegean cruise was advertised as the perfect escape from everyday life. And while some embarked on physical journeys, others delved into captivating stories within the pages of "Stories of the Old Testament" by Pauline Baynes. On the roads of America, a Ford F100 pickup truck painted in mesmerizing blue metallic captured attention with its rugged charm and reliability. This iconic vehicle became synonymous with hard work and determination. Across continents, royalty graced towns during momentous visits - such as Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Abingdon on November 2nd - symbolizing unity and tradition amidst changing times. Bright lights illuminated Blackpool as tourists flocked to witness its enchanting annual display known as Blackpool Illuminations - a spectacle that brought joy to all who beheld it. In popular culture, Robbie the Robot from "Forbidden Planet" captivated audiences' imaginations with his futuristic allure and technological marvels. Magazines like Tatler adorned their covers with elegance and sophistication reminiscent of an era defined by gracefulness and refinement.