Images Dated 8th June 2021

Woodcut: Three birds over waves

Friedrich Lissmann 1880 - 1915 Germany. Lissmann was a painter and woodblock artist, who after setting up a studio in Hamburg in 1906 became well known for his depictions of wildlife. Many of his subtly colored block prints, including the images of birds he made after visiting Iceland, were turned into postcards. Lissmann died in battle at Ypres during World War One. Date: circa 1910

© The Andrew Jenkins Collection / Mary Evans

Hereford: Automobile Club Small Car Trials 1904

In 1904 The Automobile Club organised a trial of light cars from August 29 to September 3, on routes radiating daily from Hereford for six days. Of thirty-five starters, twenty-three completed the total distance of 620 miles. Gold medals were awarded in respect of two Wolseleys, one Siddeley, and two Swifts; silver medals were earned by two De Dion-Moutons, one Humber, and two Alldays. Six bronze medals were also awarded. Date: 1904

© The Andrew Jenkins Collection / Mary Evans

Heinkel He162A-2 Red 2

Heinkel He162A-2 Red 2 (Werknummer 120227 / Air Min 65 / VN679 / 8472M). One of eleven He 162s captured and delivered to the Royal Aircraft Establishment. Remaining un-flown in the UK, it passed through several museum collections before being displayed at the RAF Museum Hendon. Date: circa 1960

© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans

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