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Two Battleships Comparison by G. H. DavisA comparison of the American Iowa battleship, and the British H.M.S. Vanguard. The ships are each given dimensions and a deck view, which details the ship guns and command centers
Details of the V2 rocket bomb by G. H. DavisDetails of the German V2 rocket bomb, comparing its size with a V1, a house and a London bus. A comparison of its fuel economy with a Lancaster bomber
Growth of the submarine by G. H. DavisThe growth of the submarine from 1901 to 1912. In chronological order, they are: 1901-2 Holland Class, 1903-5 A Class, 1904-6 B Class, 1906-9 C Class, 1911 D Class and 1912 E Class
Imperial State Crown that George IV, was crowned 1821Imperial State Crown that George IV was crowned, on July 1821, also William IV, 40 cm (16 in) tall, encrusted with 12, 314 diamonds with the traditional de-lis
Imperial State Crown of George I, was crowned 1714Imperial State Crown that George I was crowned, on 20 October 1714, showing the large spinel ruby which belonged to the Black Prince set in the front Cross-Patee
Imperial State Crown of George II, was crowned 1727Imperial State Crown that George II was crowned, on October 1727, this was George Is state crown, the arches were pulled upwards surmounted by 440 brilliant set jewels with the fleur-de-lis
Volley firing by Scott Method by G. H. DavisThe gunnery experiment of which all the naval world is talking: the six-to-one superiority of volley firing by the Scott Method
The Magnetron Valve by G. H. DavisA set of diagrams demonstrating what a magnetron valve is, and why it is of such importance to radar. The magnetron valve was used in the Second World War to give Allied forces superior radars,
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Imperial State Crown of George III, was crowned 1761Imperial State Crown that George III was crowned, on September 1761, with fleur-de-lis and cross-patee and crosses encrusted with gems, enricheded with 2621 jewels
Kings Fifth Court at Buckingham Palace, LondonThe London Season of 1912: the Kings Fifth Court at Buckingham Palace. A diagrammatic view showing the progress of the debutante from the moment she enters the building to the time she leaves. 1912
A tall ship, Endeavour, by G. H. DavisA tall ship: the high, narrow sail-plan of Endeavour. Showing the sail-plan, mast and hull, beautiful lines and rig of the challenger for the Americas Cup; inset is a diagram showing her new
Four portraits for an exhibition by Madame YevondeGoddesses and Others -- four portraits for an exhibition by Madame Yevonde at her studio in Berkeley Square, London. From top left, clockwise, they are: Arethusa (Lady Bridget Poulett)
Stanley Baldwins grandchildren in 1935Three of the children of Captain Sir Arthur Howard and Leonora (Lorna) Stanley Baldwin (daughter of Stanley Baldwin, Prime Minister in 1935). Their names are Robin, Alexander and Kiloran
Destroyer at target practice by G. H. DavisNavy notes of the week: the deadly torpedo, and a device to increase its deadliness. The device causes the torpedo to circle under certain circumstances before resuming its course. 1912
New element in British Navy by G. H. DavisThe new element in the British Navy: how the four corners of the Empire are combining to support the central Home Navy. Showing how Canada, Australia
Big fighting ships auxiliaries by G. H. DavisNavy notes of the week. A big fighting ships auxiliaries: some little-known members of the British fleet. 1912
The hydro-aeroplane by G. H. DavisThe hydro-aeroplane: coming changes in its construction. Showing the evolution of the waterplane or seaplane. 1912
Comparing aeroplanes and battleships by G. H. DavisComparative values of aeroplanes and battleships. One super-dreadnought ship is the equivalent of 3000 aeroplanes in monetary terms. 1912
Destroyer at target practice by G. H. DavisNavy notes of the week: a British destroyer at target practice, with marksmen firing torpedoes. 1912
The Four Seasons, Summer by John HassallA jolly summer scene by John Hassall featuring children having fun on the beach, digging in the sand, tumbling about and laughing. 1902
Princess Vicky christened, 1841Princess Victoria, Princess Royal of Great Britain, Crown Princess of Prussia, later Empress of Prussia (1840-1901) pictured at her christening in 1840 in the Throne Room of Buckingham Palace
Liner Narrung in a gale by G. H. DavisThe Christmas gale: beaten back by the sea. How the P&O liner Narrung was forced back by huge waves off Ushant, Brittany. Showing the vessels position before she met the huge waves
On the bridge of a big liner by G. H. DavisOn the bridge of a big liner. Diagrammatic view showing the positions occupied by the seven men whose job it is to watch the course and progress of a large vessel. 1912
Speed of the great liners by G. H. DavisThe speed of the great liners: a factor which makes head lights and other precautions necessary. Above: a dotted outline shows where the ship would be after 30 seconds movement
Question of the double bottom by G. H. DavisThe question of the double bottom: should it be strengthened? A sectional view through the double bottom of a great liner. 1912
Suggested life-saving devices at sea by G. H. DavisFor those in peril on the sea: suggested life-saving devices at sea. Above: a proposed life raft for liners which could be fitted into the stern quarters
Growth of the big ship by G. H. DavisGrowth of the big ship: examples now being built by the great naval powers. A diagram illustrating the latest ships produced by France, Germany, the USA, Britain, Russia, Italy and Austria
The coming of the motor liner by G. H. DavisThe coming of the motor liner: the first big funnelless passenger boat built in the British Isles. Forging ahead, but with no steam and no funnels. 1912
Hidden lesson of the Mauretanias record by G. H. DavisThe hidden lesson of the Mauretanias record. Showing the Cunard liner Mauretania in grey war paint, being convoyed across the Atlantic by a battleship cruiser
Drifting derelict warship, Richelieu, by G. H. DavisThe drifting of the derelict French warship, Richelieu. While being towed from Toulon to Rotterdam, the ship broke loose from her tugs at Brest
Three fleets worth watching by G. H. DavisThree fleets which are worth watching: the naval forces of Brazil, Argentine and Chile. 1910
Winter work in the Royal Navy by G. H. DavisWinter work in the Royal Navy: taking a disabled submarine in tow. Showing a submarine in the foreground, hailing the parent ship. 1910
Power of the big gun and the turbine by G. H. DavisThe power of the big gun and the turbine. Three annotated illustrations, showing the modern battleship cruisers advantage over an opponent carrying lighter guns of shorter range
Miss Faith Celli by Madame YevondeMiss Faith Celli (Dorothy Faith Standing, 1888-1942), by Madame Yevonde. She was an actress in plays including The Blue Lagoon and the comedy Threads at the St Jamess Theatre, London. 1921
Air attack and defence at sea by G. H. DavisMethods of air attack and defence at sea explained: showing how the Navy has countered the bomber. The main forms of air attack on warships: height-bombing and dive-bombing
Map of Low Countries by G. H. DavisDefence by inundation: the Low Countries bar against invasion. A pictorial map drawn in the early weeks of the Second World War
How wireless waves guide aeroplanes during bad visibilityMethod of directing the pilots of aircraft flying to and from Croydon has been revolutioned by the Marconi directional visual beacon station erected at croydon. WWII
Vita Sackville-West in her fine cloth-of-gold wedding dress on the day of her marriage at Knole Park to diplomat Harold Nicolson. The dress was designed by Lady Sackville, the brides mother
The Plan Position Indicator System by G. H. DavisA diagram showing the system developed as part of British radar sets, first demonstrated in the Thames Estuary. The system gives a picture of obstructions in the vicinity
Finns v. Russian tanks by G. H. DavisFinns v. Russian tanks: bombing from pits under the snow during the Second World War. How Finnish bombers get to close quarters with tanks by hiding in camouflaged pits
R. A. F. Night Flying Simulation by G. H. DavisA diagram explaining the science behind the various methods used by the R.A.F. to simulate night flying by day during the second world war, when enemy activity was common during the night
Advert for Mary Black Model 19341930s black dress with high boat neckline, tassel belt around the waist and diamond shape holes down the long sleeves. 1934
Tactics in a torpedo action by G. H. DavisWhat happens inside a British submarine when she sights enermy vessels and attacks with torpedoes. 1943
Training school for submarine crew 1943The U.S Navy submarine school at New London, which these photographs were taken is a rigorous training ground for the men who have already passed preliminary teasts fitting them for their dangerous
Advert for the Auxiliary Territorial Service 1941No woman will ever have peace in her heart until she helps this man ! Would you hesitate ?.... If you knew you could actively help to harass and confuse
British Mosquito bomber by G. H. DavisThe high speed British Mosquito bomber, constructed almost entirely of wood, was nicknamed The Wooden Wonder. Used for long-range day and night combat, attacking railways
