40s Collection (page 6)

Sorting letters at a London post office (b/w photo)
8626062 Sorting letters at a London post office (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sorting letters at a London post office)

Rationing in Britain, World War II (b/w photo)
8672639 Rationing in Britain, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The development of rationing in Britain in World War II, 1940-1942)

Convoy off the coast, World War II (b/w photo)
8672650 Convoy off the coast, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Convoy off the British coast, World War II)

Food distribution in Coventry, World War II (b/w photo)
8672646 Food distribution in Coventry, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Food distribution to civilians during the Coventry Blitz)

Fathers' chapel, St Hugh's Charterhouse, Cowfold, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676059 Fathers' chapel, St Hugh's Charterhouse, Cowfold, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fathers' chapel)

Anti-Roman defences on The Coburn, near Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676056 Anti-Roman defences on The Coburn, near Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hollingbury Camp, Brighton, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676122 Hollingbury Camp, Brighton, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hollingbury Camp, Brighton, Sussex)

Making cider, Hillgrove Common, near Northchapel, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676080 Making cider, Hillgrove Common, near Northchapel, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making cider, Hillgrove Common, near Northchapel)

Monks' cells, St Hugh's Charterhouse, Cowfold, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676057 Monks' cells, St Hugh's Charterhouse, Cowfold, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monks' cells)

Real tennis court, Hayling Island, Hampshire (b/w photo)
8676054 Real tennis court, Hayling Island, Hampshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Real tennis court, Hayling Island, Hampshire)

Cover of the illustrated periodical 'Tempo', Year IX-N. 36- Aldo Palazzi, Milan, 6-13 September 1947 (print)
6203021 Cover of the illustrated periodical 'Tempo', Year IX-N. 36- Aldo Palazzi, Milan, 6-13 September 1947 (print); (add.info.: MUSSOLINI Portrait of a Benito Mussolini frowned)

Armshield for Georgian Volunteers in the German Army, c. 1939-45 (object)
7177606 Armshield for Georgian Volunteers in the German Army, c. 1939-45 (object); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cloth armshield for Georgian Volunteers in the German Army)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Betty Furness (colour photo)
8668493 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Betty Furness (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Betty Furness)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Azalie Cecil (colour photo)
8668488 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Azalie Cecil (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Azalie Cecil)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Dorothy Lamour (colour photo)
8668481 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Dorothy Lamour (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dorothy Lamour)

Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Eleanore Whitney (colour photo)
8668478 Beauties of To-Day, 1940: Eleanore Whitney (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eleanore Whitney)

The old Navy Office, Crutched Friars, London, England in the 18th century
2913915 The old Navy Office, Crutched Friars, London, England in the 18th century.; Private Collection; (add.info.: After an engraving by Thomas Taylor circa 1714)

Anne Hathaway's Cottage, 1945 (oil on canvas laid down on board)
828449 Anne Hathaway's Cottage, 1945 (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Bennett, Frank Moss (1874-1953); 25.4x35.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne Hathaway's Cottage)

The Snail; L'Escargot, 1942 (oil on canvas)
656028 The Snail; L'Escargot, 1942 (oil on canvas) by Filla, Emil (1882-1953); 35.5x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Snail; L'Escargot. Emil Filla (1882-1953). Oil on canvas

Cologne Cathedral, 1945
1581516 Cologne Cathedral, 1945; (add.info.: Cologne Cathedral, Germany at the end of World war Two, 1945. Construction of Cologne Cathedral commenced in 1248 and was halted in 1473)

Winston Churchill hunting, 1948 (b/w photo)
1874562 Winston Churchill hunting, 1948 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century).

The Dyke Camp, Devil's Dyke, near Brighton, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676067 The Dyke Camp, Devil's Dyke, near Brighton, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aerial view of the Dyke Camp, Devil's Dyke)

Habberton Lulham, English poet (b/w photo)
8676063 Habberton Lulham, English poet (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Habberton Lulham (1865-1940), English poet

Carthusian monks, St Hugh's Charterhouse, Cowfold, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676062 Carthusian monks, St Hugh's Charterhouse, Cowfold, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carthusian monks)

Gatepost holes of anti-Roman defences, The Coburn, near Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676055 Gatepost holes of anti-Roman defences, The Coburn, near Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

'The Dodos', Pallant House, Chichester, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676130 'The Dodos', Pallant House, Chichester, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 'The Dodos', Pallant House, Chichester)

Southern ditch and rampart, The Coburn, near Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676084 Southern ditch and rampart, The Coburn, near Lewes, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Southern ditch and rampart, The Coburn)

The Old Style Warren County Schoolhouse (engraving)
8637221 The Old Style Warren County Schoolhouse (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Style Warren County Schoolhouse)

Seaside Fun (colour litho)
8632372 Seaside Fun (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seaside Fun. Illustration for Furious Fun (Blandford Publications Ltd, London, 1949)

Puppy for Sale (colour litho)
8632367 Puppy for Sale (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puppy for Sale. Illustration for Furious Fun (Blandford Publications Ltd, London, 1949)

Illustration for Weldon's Children's Fancy Dress catalogue, 1940s (colour litho)
8634277 Illustration for Weldon's Children's Fancy Dress catalogue, 1940s (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Weldon's Children's Fancy Dress catalogue, 1940s (colour litho)
8634269 Illustration for Weldon's Children's Fancy Dress catalogue, 1940s (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for Weldon's Children's Fancy Dress catalogue, 1940s (litho)
8634258 Illustration for Weldon's Children's Fancy Dress catalogue, 1940s (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St James's Palace Palace, London, damaged during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo)
8672808 St James's Palace Palace, London, damaged during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St James's Palace Palace)

Carlton House Terrace, London, during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo)
8672643 Carlton House Terrace, London, during the Blitz, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carlton House Terrace, London)

Saving for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo)
8672642 Saving for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saving for the war effort, World War II)

Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo)
8672634 Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II)

Daffodil twin set of spring (colour photo)
8673086 Daffodil twin set of spring (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daffodil twin set of spring)

British tanks for Russia, 1942 (b/w photo)
8672636 British tanks for Russia, 1942 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British tanks being shipped to Russia, World War II, 1942)

Butlin's Skegness: The Dungeon Bar, Ye Olde Pig and Whistle (b/w photo)
8641684 Butlin's Skegness: The Dungeon Bar, Ye Olde Pig and Whistle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dungeon Bar, Ye Olde Pig and Whistle)

Jacob Epstein with Lucifer (b/w photo)
8641329 Jacob Epstein with Lucifer (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacob Epstein with Lucifer)

Peter Ustinov (b/w photo)
8641328 Peter Ustinov (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Ustinov. Illustration for Profiles and Personalities by Peter Noble (Brownlee, 1946)

Scottish National War Memorial: The Gordon Highlanders (b/w photo)
8648374 Scottish National War Memorial: The Gordon Highlanders (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gordon Highlanders)

Scottish National War Memorial: Seaforth Highlanders, Ross-Shire Buffs, the Duke of Albany's (b/w photo)
8648372 Scottish National War Memorial: Seaforth Highlanders, Ross-Shire Buffs, the Duke of Albany's (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Scottish National War Memorial: The Cameronians, Scottish Rifles (b/w photo)
8648365 Scottish National War Memorial: The Cameronians, Scottish Rifles (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cameronians, Scottish Rifles)

Rossall School: The Riding School (b/w photo)
8648338 Rossall School: The Riding School (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riding School)

Scottish National War Memorial: The Tyneside Scottish (b/w photo)
8648387 Scottish National War Memorial: The Tyneside Scottish (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tyneside Scottish)

Scottish National War Memorial: RASC, Royal Engineers, RAMC (b/w photo)
8648378 Scottish National War Memorial: RASC, Royal Engineers, RAMC (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: RASC, Royal Engineers, RAMC)

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Step back in time to the 1940s, a decade filled with incredible stories and adventures. Join Toby Twirl on his thrilling escapades through the enchanting world of children's literature. In 1949, Toby Twirl Adventures captured the hearts of young readers across the UK, immersing them in captivating tales that transported their imaginations to far-off lands. But amidst these fantastical journeys lay a stark reality - the remnants of World War II still lingered. The haunting images of bomb damage in Brampton Road, Bexleyheath serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made during those tumultuous times. Yet even amid destruction, hope prevailed as an ARP warden heroically rescued a young girl from the wreckage of a building during The London Blitz. The resilience and spirit displayed by communities throughout this era were truly remarkable. Kilgour Road bore witness to further bomb damage, yet it stood as testament to unwavering strength and determination. Transportation also played its part in shaping this iconic decade. Picture yourself riding on a sleek Vincent Rapide HRD Series C motorcycle - its black exterior exuding timeless elegance against the backdrop of 1940s charm. Beyond war-torn landscapes and daring adventures lies another significant moment etched into history: Rochdale's first Co-operative shop opening its doors in 1844. This litho depiction transports us back to where it all began for cooperative movements that continue to shape our society today. Amidst chaos and destruction emerged heroes who selflessly risked their lives for others' safety. Firefighters bravely stood by during The Blitz in London, ready to face any challenge thrown their way while ambulance crews raced through Ladywell, Lewisham providing crucial aid when every second counted. Plymouth's St Andrews Parish Church stands tall despite enduring bombings during The Blitz; it symbolizes resilience rising above adversity like an unwavering beacon of hope.