Thirties Collection (page 7)

An aerial view showing the St Mary Le Port area of Bristol before the Blitz Circa June 1939

Bristol Evening Post Cartoonist Bob Bennett "Uncle Bob"1935
Bristol Evening Post Cartoonist Bob Bennett " Uncle Bob" 1935

Some local Land Army girls learning to drive a Fordson tractor at the start of the last war, in 1939. As you can see, there was not much concern for health and safety in those days

Police with helmets and gas masks 1939 Bristol

Westland Wallaces of 501 (City of Bristol) Squadron on morning patrol above Staple Hill, Gloucestershire in 1933

Fishing boats seen here tied up and deserted in Lowestoft harbour after a busy and bustling herring season 18th March 1933

Surrey Street market Croydon, 1938

Bristol 142, which later became the Bristol Blenheim bomber pictured in 1936

Welterweight boxer Jack Lord sparring with Jack McAvoy, at his t
Welterweight boxer Jack Lord sparring with Jack McAvoy 1937

Graf Zeppelin flying over Wembley Stadium during the FA Cup final, 1937

Carrickfergus castle in County Antrim N. Ireland
Carrickfergus castle in County Antrim N.Ireland, 1935

RMS Queen Mary under construction at Clydebank, Glasgow 1931

Gas Mask Drill
Red Cross camp in Winchester, having anti gas drill 1935

Alfred Mockridge, footballer with Leeds Utd FC in 1938

Alex Wilson, the Arsenal goalkeeper, beating Ellis Rimmer, of Sheffield Wednesday in 1933

George Tadman, Charlton Athletic F. C. footballer in 1939
George Tadman, Charlton Athletic F.C. footballer in 1939

The 42 seater airliner Handley Hengist 1934
The 42 seater airliner Handley Hengist leaving Croydon airport on the fire regular air mail service to Australia - December 1934

Assembling Tiger Moth Aircraft at The De Havilland Aircraft Company at Hatfield 1934
Assembling Tiger Moth Aircraft at The De Havilland Aircraft Company

Holidaymakers on the beach by Bognor Regis pier 1935

Celtic the Scottish Cup Winners in 1933
James McStay, the Celtic captain being held aloft by his team mates, and holding the Scottish F.A. Cup Their manager Willie Maley, is pictured second right in the front row

The seafront and Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth 1935
Aerial view of the seafront and Britannia Pier at Great Yarmouth 1935

The Forth Bridge 1935
The Forth Rail Bridge, Scotland 1935

Bognor Regis, 1936
The Beach at Bognor, West Sussex, 1936

Hull Docks, 1935
The Fish docks at Hull during the 1935 fishermens strike

Circus Clown
Frankie Foster, clown at Bertram Mills Circus 1938

CB Cochran dancers in costume on stage for production of musical Anything Goes, Palace Theatre, 1935

The Will Brooks, Woolwich Free Ferry in London
The Will Brooks, Woolwich Free Ferry 1933

Juliette Compton, 1930s movie star

Start Point Lighthouse near Plymouth 1933

East Goodwin Lightship 1939

Sailing ships in Runcorn Dock, Cheshire 1934

Standard Nine 2-door saloon 1935

The Wolseley Hornet 1930

1939 Jaguar

1935 Six Cylinder Humber Snipe Sports Saloon

Demolition of Waterloo Bridge 1935

Trams at Elephant and Castle
Crowds waiting for trams at Elephant and Castle - Tram en route for Norbury 1938

Victoria Embankment London, 1937
Victoria Embankment London, showing Shell Mex House 1937

A Sunbeam motor car 1930
The Sunbeam car at the 1930 Motor Show

Raleigh 7-17 3 wheeler sports tourer1933
Raleigh 7-17 3 wheeler sports tourer light car 1933

Horse-drawn ploughing at Crouch Farm, Swanley in Kent, 1938 R
Horse-drawn ploughing at Crouch Farm, Swanley in Kent, 1938

Christmas Eve 1938
A child going to bed on Christmas Eve - 1938

Christmas shopping in Kensington, 1931
Christmas shopping in Barkers department store, Kensington, London in 1931

A new dress for Christmas
Young girls trying on party dresses at Barkers store in Kensington, London, Christmas 1934

A crowd to see Santa, 1937
Children greeting Father Christmas on the roof of Selfridges, Oxford Street, London in 1937

Turkeys at Leadenhall Market 1932
Crowds queue to buy turkeys at Leadenhall Market - Christmas 193

Father Christmas in Norfolk, 1935
Father Christmas distributing toys to children on the green at Hunworth, Norfolk, 1935

Selfridges Christmas 1932
Christmas shoppers look in the window of Selfridges department store in Oxford Street, London, 1932

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"Journeying through the Thirties: A Captivating Era of Innovation, Adventure, and Nostalgia" Step into the time machine as we explore the remarkable decade known as the Thirties. From iconic cars like the Citroen Traction Avant or Light 15 to captivating artworks such as "Trongate, Glasgow (oil on board), " this era was a melting pot of creativity and progress. In 1935, a train passed by Manchester United Football Ground, symbolizing not only the rise of transportation but also our collective love for sports. Meanwhile, in medical breakthroughs, a groundbreaking 3D angiogram C007 / 1981 revealed intricate brain blood vessels that fascinated scientists worldwide. They were marked by daring individuals who pushed boundaries. Aviation pioneer Amy Johnson soared through skies with her fearless spirit while Apollo 17 astronauts embarked on an otherworldly adventure beyond Earth's atmosphere. Rain-soaked streets witnessed joyful moments too; think of Londoners dancing to "Lambeth Walk in the rain" during 1938 - proof that even amidst challenges, joy could be found. And speaking of locomotion marvels, Mallard steamed over Ribblehead Viaduct with unparalleled grace and speed. Not forgetting classic automobiles like Ford Model A Roadster which roared down roads embodying freedom and style. Labworth Cafe at Canvey Island offered respite to weary travelers seeking delicious treats and coastal views. Travel posters adorned railway stations promoting breathtaking destinations like Ramsgate in vibrant colors during 1939 – reminding us that wanderlust has always been part of our human nature. An aerial view captured Plymouth Hoe's beauty in all its glory during 1937 – showcasing how cities evolved yet retained their timeless charm. The Thirties encapsulated an era where innovation met nostalgia; it was a time when dreams took flight both literally and metaphorically. So let us celebrate this captivating decade that shaped our world and continues to inspire us today.