Dark Gallery

The Ghost Story by Alfred Bestall

A family sit in the dark by a blazing fire, rigid with fear while listening to a ghost story told by an aged relative. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to them, the sceptre of a medieval knight, looms over them with interest. Illustration by Alfred Bestall, who is best-known for drawing Rupert Bear but who contributed a number of illustrations to The Tatler during the 1930s. Date: 1930

© Estate of Alfred Bestall/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library

Suffragette W.S.P.U Sash Votes for Women

Women's Social & Political Union sash, in the colours of purple, white and green. White background with border edging of purple and green, dark green lettering. The sash is made in a heavy woven cotton material, has a hook fastening, and measures 55cm long (each side) and 10cm wide. A trifle faded. The sash was first seen at the Women's Sunday Demonstration, 21st June 1908. Date: circa 1908

© The March of the Women Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library

UFO abduction in New Hampshire, USA

A UFO abduction in New Hampshire, USA. Betty and Barney Hill, driving at night, see a UFO. Later they are stopped by the aliens, taken on board the flying saucer and subjected to a medical examination

© Mary Evans Picture Library

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