1968 Collection (page 19)

Footballer Alex Young pruning roses at his home Aughton. Circa 1968

73-year-old Kathleen Squirrel riding her motorbike. 13th February 1968

BBC play of the month, Man and Superman by George Bernard Shaw. Eric Porter as Jack Tanner and Maggie Smith as Ann Whitefield

European Cup Semi Final Second Leg match at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid. Real Madrid and Manchester United drew the match 3-3 but United advanced to their first ever European Cup Final

The filming of MGMs comedy Hot Millions. Pictured seated at the piano is Peter Ustinov who plays con artist Marcus Pendleton, standing on the right is Maggie Smith who plays Patty Terwilliger Smith

Maggie Smith during the filming of Oh! What a Lovely War, directed by Richard Attenborough (in his directorial debut). Maggie Smith plays a music hall star. March 1968

Actress Maggie Smith pictured during the filming of MGMs comedy Hot Millions. In the film Maggie Smith plays an expectant mother who plays the flute. Watford Town Hall, Hertfordshire

Kent Terrace, Ramsgate, Kent. 22nd February 1968

Admiral Harvey pub, Ramsgate, Kent. 22nd February 1968

Royal Victoria Pavilion, Ramsgate, Kent. 22nd February 1968

Leslie Jenkins talks to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, during his tour of the Government Training Centre, Llanelli. 28th June 1968

The kitchen staff at Boys Village, East Aberthaw, and some of their children (left) 11-year-old Debbie Williams, of St Athen, meet Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, during his visit to the camp

Looking around the gymnasium, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh shares a joke with the warden Mr Ivor Llewellyn during his tour of Boys Village at East Aberthaw. 19th April 1968

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh pauses to talk with these young ladies, outside the Faculty of Economic and Social Studies at University College, Cardiff. 19th April 1968

Doctor Alexander Gray Ramsay (former Governor of the College) received the degree of Doctor in Legibus, honoris cause, from HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Paul McCartney of the Beatles pop group talking to Radio Leicester about the upcoming Leicester Arts Festival February 1968

Queen Elizabeth II looks at a model of the new refinery at Milford Haven. 11th August 1968

Queen Elizabeth II is pictured with Sir Hugo Boothby in the art gallery at the National Museum of Wales. 19th December 1968

Mr Leo Abse, MP, giving a pint of blood at the South Wales Branch of the Medical Aid for Vietnams first blood donation session held at Transport Hall, Charles Street, Cardiff. 5th October 1968

A girl looking out to St Michaels Mount, Cornwall, September 1968

Admiral Benbow pub and restaurant, Chapel St, Penzance, Cornwall. The pub is named after the 17th century Admiral John Benbow. September 1968

St Michaels Mount, Cornwall, September 1968

The Norwegian trawler Gadus seen here tied up along side St Andrews Dock 4th March 1968

Chris Finnegan, the British boxer who won a gold medal at the Olympic Games in Mexico, signs a professional form. Chris signs along the dotted line for Sammy Burns at the London Weekend TV Studios

Trawlers tied up in St Andrews Dock, Hull 25th April 1968

The crew of the St Jason seen here landing their catch of frozen cod. 22nd August 1968

Jimmy Hill pictured (wearing a suit) with a football team, on the right of Jimmy Hill is Dickie Davies. 30th July 1968

Jimmy Hill pictured talking to a football team. Television presenter Dickie Davies is third from the left seated. 30th July 1968

Jimmy Hill pictured being lifted up by a football team. 30th July 1968

Actor David McCallum, one of the stars of the TV show The Man from U. N. C. L. E
Actor David McCallum, one of the stars of the TV show The Man from U.N.C.L.E. leaving Heathrow Airport for New York with his wife Katherine Carpenter. 18th January 1968

Sardis Road Bridge which routes through traffic around the town of Pontypridd. 25th April 1968

A view of London, looking down Whitehall, taken from the top of Nelsons Column as it is being cleaned. Trafalgar Square, London, 2nd March 1968

Nelsons Column being cleaned. Cleaner Ted Chambers on top of Nelsons Head, taking a break to survey the landscape of London through a telescope. Trafalgar Square, London, 2nd March 1968

Torquay Harbour 1968

In a major bid to shed new light on our remote ancestors BBC2 is sponsoring a 3 year bid to excavate in and around Silbury Hill, an enormous artificial hill at the side of the A4 near Avebury

Excavation at Silbury Hill, Wiltshire, to be broadcast on the BBC. 7th April 1968

The Municipal Buildings and the Municipal Annexe, Dale Street, Liverpool, Merseyside. Circa 1968

The Hawker Siddeley Harrier, the worlds first operational vertical take-off close support fighter, pictured at Dunsfold Airfield in Surrey for a demonstration

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Pat Phoenix with newcomers Irene Sutcliffe and John Sharp. 16th April 1968

Pat Phoenix at home in her bar. 16th April 1968

Pat Phoenix at home with her dogs. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Eileen Derbyshire in makeup. 16th April 1968

Philip Street slums, Bristol 1968

Workers at Britton Shoe Factory in Kingswood, 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Philip Lowrie and Mitzi Rogers in the rehearsal room. 16th April 1968

Pat Phoenix at home, reading her script. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Jack Howarth and Bill Roache await their cue. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Bill Roache and Jack Howarth. 16th April 1968

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"1968: A Year of Revolution, Resilience, and Cultural Shifts" In the midst of the Olympic Games in Mexico City, American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos boldly displayed the Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies. Their powerful gesture resonated worldwide, as Australian Peter Norman stood beside them wearing an OPHR badge in solidarity. Meanwhile, across continents, China was engulfed in a fervent Cultural Revolution led by Chairman Mao. His iconic poster became a symbol of this tumultuous period that reshaped Chinese society. Amidst these global events, Earthrise photograph captured our planet's beauty from space – a reminder of our shared humanity and fragile existence. Closer to home in Britain, automotive enthusiasts reveled in sleek designs like the Ford Cortina Mk2 1600E and Triumph TR5. The Jaguar E-type epitomized elegance on wheels while the Ford Capri showcased British ingenuity. Entertainment took center stage with Barbra Streisand's roller-skating performance in "Funny Girl, " a film celebrating American comedienne Fanny Brice's life. Meanwhile, English football fans witnessed an intense match at Anfield between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur that ended with a 1-1 draw. Throughout it all, the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers stood steadfastly representing their country's values. Whether driving their Volvo P1800 or donning their uniforms with pride – they embodied resilience amidst an ever-changing world. 1968 marked a year where sportsmanship collided with activism; where revolutions unfolded alongside cultural milestones; where cars roared down streets while films brought laughter to screens; where football united communities while soldiers protected nations. It was a year etched into history as one filled with passion for change and unwavering determination for progress.