1968 Collection (page 20)

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

The cast of Coronation Street on set. 16th April 1968

Pat Phoenix at home with her shoe collection. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. General scene in committee room prior to transmission, in centre director Tim Jones. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Jean Alexander, Anne Reid and Bernard Youens. 16th April 1968

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

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Tim Jones, Director, talks to Mitzi Rogers and Philip Lowrie. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Jack Howarth as Albert Tatlock and William Roache as Ken Barlow. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Pat Phoenix at conference with producer Dick Everett. 16th April 1968

The cast of Coronation Street on set. Richard Goolden, who fell asleep during proceedings, with Margot Bryant and Bill Roache. 16th April 1968

Children fishing for tiddlers at Oldbury Court, Bristol 1968

1968, shows us what St Philips Bridge and the Courages brewery site looked like before any re-building commenced. The large, classical looking building

Leamington and Warwick Musical society 1968 production of The King and I

RAF Holmptons 25 ton Type 80 Radar eye whirls continuously. The base is an early warning radar station part of the ROTOR Radar Defence Programme. 1st March 1968

RAF Patrington - This tunnel leads down to the secret, attack-proof radar base 130ft below. It is curved at the far-end, to minimise the effect of a bomb blast

Scottish Cup First Round match at Celtic Park. Celtic 0 v Dunfermline 2. The beginning of the end for Celtic as Robertson snaps up a second chance to beat Ronnie Simpson from 10 yards

The Mirror Dinghy at The International Boat Show at Earls Court. Old favourite at the show is the Mirror Dinghy - girl at the tiller is Marion West (19)

Members of the National Theatre Company this afternoon visited the exhibition at the Royal Institute of British Architects to see the model of the new National Theatre building to be erected

Diana Ross of the Supremes pictured at the Press Reception for their latest single " Love Child". She is in London, with her other Supremes, Mary Wilson and Cindy Birdsong

Church Street, Liverpool, 9. 30pm and the grit lorries start their all night task to keep
Church Street, Liverpool, 9.30pm and the grit lorries start their all night task to keep the traffic moving. 5th February 1968

Local Reading pop groupThe Studd posing in the studio. 21st November 1968

Central Station concourse, showing the clock. Liverpool, Merseyside. 17th October 1968

Reception at the Russell Hotel in London for the victorious Manchester United team following their 4-1 victory over Benfica in the European cup Final at Wembley the previous eveining

The sparkling new extension of the Playhouse casts its light across Williamson Square. 13th September 1968

Shay Brennan, at the opening of a carpet shop in Manchester owned by Brennan and Bobby English. 23rd May 1968

Manchester United boss Sir Matt Busby at his desk at Old Trafford. 27th May 1968

George Best & David Herd, Manchester United Football Players, pictured at Piccadilly Station in Manchester, as they head to London, for the European Cup final, 29th May 1968

Advertising copywriter Vicki Morgan wanted publicity for an office chair designed by one of her clients, and Vickis brainwave was that her chairs could be found anywhere - even 40ft high over London

Policeman on traffic duty outside Moorgate underground station battles on through the freak out of season snow storm which caught Londoners unaware. London, 2nd April 1968 Y3203

Development of the new Ring Road in Reading Town Centre, Berkshire. 15th August 1968

The White Hart Hotel in Reading, Berkshire. 23rd April 1968

Pensioners reading the newspaper whilst enjoying the afternoon sun in Embankment Gardens 3rd June 1968

Londoners enjoying the summer sunshine in Embankment Gardens. 3rd June 1968

Office workers and young families enjoy the spring warmth and sun in St James Park. 26th April 1968

Coronation Street set. A new street setting for Coronation Street. Granada T.V have built an out door set for shooting some of the scenes for future Coronation Street episodes

One Pound Notes in 1968. Pictures originally taken for a consumer " Prices and Incomes Feature" Man takes pound notes out of envelope and holds them in his hand for the camera

For the first time in over a hundred years Nelsons statue has a clean face. Several days of sand blasting have revealed scars from the last war

Cathy McGowan, English Television Personality, pictured in her office with her dog, 17th May 1968. Cathy McGowan (born 1943) is a British broadcaster and journalist

One Pound Notes in 1968. Pictures originally taken for a consumer " Prices and Incomes Feature" Man takes pound notes out of envelope and holds them in his hand for the camera

Cathy McGowan, English Television Personality, pictured in her office with her dog, 17th May 1968. Cathy McGowan (born 1943) is a British broadcaster and journalist

Famous Battle of Britain pilots visited the RAF station at Duxford, near Cambridge, today where the Battle of Britain film is being made

Aberystwyth Royal Pier & Pavillion, Ceredigion, West Wales, 15th February 1968

St Johns Shopping Centre, Under Construction, Liverpool, 27th September 1968

Miss England Beauty Competition 1968, rehearsals at the Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 26th April 1968. Pictured, Miss Manchester Jennifer Lowe Summers

Manchester City fans celebrate after their team sealed the League title with a 3-4 victory away at Newcastle United on 11th May 1968

Manchester City players seal the League title with a 3-4 victory away at Newcastle United on 11th May 1968. Manchester City Francis Lee congratulated by teammates after his goal clinched the League

Bobby Charlton is smothered by fans wanting his autograph Manchester United 4-1 Benfica 1968 European Cup 29/05/1968

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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.