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Christening of baby daughter of Sir Trevor and Lady Wheeler Sir Ernest and Lady Birch 28 July 1920

Christening of infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Whitwall at St Peter s, Eaton Square. Miss Sylvia Maltland Makgill Crichton, Mr and Mrs Whitwall, Hon Mrs Napier and Marquis of Tavistock

Mrs Richard Bailey ( Wife of lieutenant Richard Bailey ( Royal Navy ), with her infant son, the first registered at the Caxton Hall Register office 2 October 1933

Christening in the crypt chapel of the House of Parliament of the infant son of Mr and Mrs Leslie Boyce left to right - Mrs Boyce, nurse and baby, Mr Leslie Boyce, M P ( Gloucester )

The christening of the daughter of Prince and Princess Bibesco, Duchess of Portland 7 July 1920

Mrs Lloyd George at Chailey. 13 March 1921

Mr and Mrs Robin Grosvenor with their small son and infant daughter after the latters christening at St Michael s, Chester Square. 31 October 1930 NOT FOR REPRODUCTION BUT PRIVATE USE ONLY

Major and Mrs Gordon home with their twin son and daughter after the christening at St Clement Danes 18 April 1933

Christening of infant son of Capt and Mrs Cuthbert Reaveley at Holy Trinity church, Marylebone. Mrs Reaveley, Marchioness Townshend of Raynham ( Godmother )

Royal Airforce mixed hockey at RAF Uxbridge 2 March 1919

Ladies International Hockey - England versus Germany. Fraulein Stickel, the German goalkeeper 5 March 1937

A nurse holds the son of actor Lupino Lane at his christening at St Georges Church, Bloomsbury, London, while his proud mother looks on. 1920s

Lord and Lady Gorell after the christening of their infant son at Christ Church, Kensington. 5 November 1927

At the christening of infant son of Sir Harry Newton in the House of Common Crypt Chapel. Madame Lo and her children arriving with Mr Ivor Grantham

Christening at Wilton Marsh, near Westbury, of the infant son of Mr Charles and Lady Sybil Phipps. Lady Sybil Phipps and her two daughters Eileen and Clare. 25 October 1925

Mixed hockey at Lyons Club, Sudbury

England versus Australia, Womens hockey Southampton Miss F I Bryan ( England ) and Miss Tory Wicks ( Australia ) captains tossing the coin 8 October 1930

Christening of infant son of Mr and the Hon Mrs St Aubyn at St James church, Paddington. Mr and Mrs St Aubyn, nurse and baby, and their other children Jessica, John and Charles Rowan Piers

Christening of the infant son of Mr and Mrs Leopold Lonsdale at St Margaret s, Westminster. The parents and baby. 17 January 1927

Woman models an angora knitted bolero top over a black party dress, in her hair she wears a jewelled clip 31 December 1960

England versus Australia, Womens hockey Sutton Miss W Brown ( England Goalie ), left and Miss Tazewell ( Australian Goalie ) 8 October 1930

Christening at St Saviour s. Westgate on Sea The infant Simon, Mr Harold Warrender and their other little son John 16 September 1922

England versus Australia, Mens hockey at Merton Abbey C L Spackman ( English Captain ) and B G Lampard Vachill ( Wales Captain ) ( left ) 7 March 1925

Christening of the infant son of Mr and Mrs A E Lowther at St Peters Church, Eaton Square, London. Photo shows; Mrs Lowther, the nurse with baby and Mr Lowther. 12 January 1926

At the Rutland Agricultural Show at Oakham, Captain and Mrs Fitzroy. 30 July 1927

The christening of the daughter of Captain J H Thorpe, M P and Mrs Thorpe, at the crypt of the House of Commons Parents and baby

The Hon Lancelot and Mrs Joynson Hicks and their infant son after his christening at the Royal Hospital Chapel, Chelsea, 19 May 1938

Blandford christening at St Masrgaret s, Westminster The marquis of Blandford, Hon Mrs De Trafford ( who acted for the marchioness of Blandford ) with the nurse and baby

International Hockey at Merton Abbey Ladies hockey, England versus Scotland Mrs Cleland, the Scottish Goalie

Christening of infant daughter of Hon Piers and Mrs Legh at St Margaret s, Westminster. 25 May 1924

Winter sports costumes at Harrods Department store. 7 November 1934

Christening of infant son of Mr and Mrs Euan Wallace at St Marks North Audley street Captain Sidney Herbert, M. P and Hon Cecil Baring 8 March 1927

Christening of infant daughter of Lieutenant Colonel Robert and Mrs Loraine at Roehampton Mrs Loraine and the baby Believed to be Winifred Strangman, wife of Lt Col Robert Loraine, RAF DSO, MC

Ladies hockey match at Tiverton, Devon. Tiverton versus Cullompton

International Hockey Match England versus Ireland Ladies Hockey at Richmond London 16 March 1922

The christening of the infant daughter of Captain the Hon W F Somerset at the Garrison church Cardiff Wales Captain Hon W F and Mrs Somerset and Miss Anne Somerset are on the right

Westerham Hill Horse Show Mr Arthur Collins ( President ), Miss Collins, Miss Eileen Bennett and Mr Lang Coath ( Town Cleric of Swansea ) 1928 9 July 1926

Lymington Tennis Week Lady Wilmer, Lady Rosemary Bootle-Wilbraham and Mrs T B Raikes ( Wife of the Oxford Blue ) 10 August 1925

International Hockey at Merton Abbey Fraulein Hambrook ( Harvestehude, Germany ) and Miss Begbie ( England ) 7 October 1927

The christening at the crypt of the House of Commons of the infant daughter of Captain J H Thorpe, M P and Mrs Thorpe, with whom are seen Sir John and Lady Norton Griffiths ( Grand Parents)

Ladies Hockey at Merton Abbey Miss Pieree, Surrey second eleven goal keeper 31 January 1931

Hardy girls washing up after a meal under canvas at Lullingstone Park, Eynsford, Kent. They are members of the Camping Club of Great Britain and Ireland 2 February 1948

The Old Fire Engine which first did duty in Bexhill 1895 18 October 1949

Old fashioned Stage Coach Canturbury Kent passengers are provided with suitable headgear and blankets June 1946

Cadets of HMS Worcester off Greenhithe Kent at rowing practice with their training ship in the background 10 July 1951

Thames Floods At Belvedere licensee of the Belvoir sits in his bar and watches the water Charles Munn February 1953

Horse-drawn fruiterer and greengrocer on his rounds in 1955

Holidaying on a farm in the Lake District and having to collect the morning milk and eggs in the rain 23 August 1957

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"Decades of History: From Warships to Housing Estates, Vintage Dances to Royal Palaces" Step back in time as we explore the captivating decades that shaped our world. In the early 20th century, the majestic warship HMS Hood ruled the seas with its sheer power and grandeur. A symbol of strength and resilience, it stood tall against turbulent waters. Meanwhile, in Brandon Estate, Southwark, one of London's largest housing estates built by the London County Councils, communities thrived amidst towering buildings. It was a testament to progress and social development. The jive dance took center stage during the vibrant 1950s party season. People swayed and twirled with infectious joy as they celebrated life's precious moments. The vintage news echoed tales of happiness and revelry. Traveling further back in time, we find ourselves at The King of Ashanti's Palace in Kumasi during 1874. A regal abode steeped in history and tradition; it whispered stories of ancient kingdoms and cultural heritage. The jitterbug dance craze swept through the 1940s like wildfire - a celebration of freedom amidst challenging times. Dancing became an expression of resilience as people found solace on crowded dance floors. At the Highland Games in Inverness, Scotland; Lady Marjorie Mackenzie and Mr Seton epitomized elegance against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. Their love for tradition intertwined with their appreciation for beauty. Fante Soldiers bravely served alongside British forces against Ashanti warriors - forging bonds across borders while defending shared values. Their courage showcased unity amid conflict. Tower Bridge witnessed countless courting couples during the forties and fifties - love blossoming against an iconic backdrop that symbolized everlasting romance. These were moments frozen in time but etched forever within hearts. "The Return of the Dandy" marked a resurgence in fashion-forward thinking when Michael Rainey and Christopher Gibbs graced the scene.