RM2BW23WC–Swiss veterans watch the modern army at exercises near Lucerne. Swiss veterans, in their old uniforms, watching the exercises near Lucerne. On left is Jakob Mattman, born in 1860, and next to him , Konstantin Utinger Switzerland is holding big army manoeuvres near Lake Lucerne . Switzerland is a peaceloving country that is also a land of fighters. 22 July 1937
RMWH9GG1–Collection of typres of Napoleonic Uniforms. Infantry of the line Sergeant Major Ensign Bearer 1809. Infantry of the line Captain of Grenadiers 1809. Infantry of the lie Sapper 1908. Infantry of the line Drummer 1809. Light Infantry Ensign 1811. Light infantry Captain 1811
RM2BTPPK8–Libyan Market. Troops on parade in traditional uniforms.
RM2BWBTXC–Fourth of June celebrations at Eton . Coxswains in their picturesque uniforms ready for the procession of boats . 4 June 1925
RM2BWBME0–Andaman Islands Port Blair in the Andaman Islands , India Here convicts are seen in there uniforms 9 April 1920
RM2BW3W2R–Germany shows off her airforce . Posters are being distributed throughout the country illustrating the various uniforms worn by officers and the insignia ' s . 8 August 1935
RM2BW3TGF–Postmen are to be fashionable ! Tailored uniforms with padded shoulders . In future , postmen are to look much smarter . New uniforms are tailored and the shoulders are padded in accordance with the latest fashion . [ 1936 ?]
RM2BTPP4K–Growing up, the soldiers. Boys belonging to the the military orphanage at Potsdam, wearing their smart uniforms at the official 'handing over' ceremony of the Orphanage. The orphanage has been established under the protection of the army to give shelter to military orphans. 29 January 1938
RM2BW22AJ–Young pupils of a flying school, interim uniforms marching through red Square, Moscow these young men and women are learning to fly in their spare time. Young athletes drawn from all sports society's in all parts of the Soviet Union paraded before Stalin and his chief ministers on the 23rd international youth Day in Moscow. 19 September 1937.
RM2BW3P49–Smarter Uniforms For Post Office Messenger Boys - Open Collars Post Office Messenger boys are being equiped with smarter uniforms . The new design includes an open collar and a larger pouch to accomodate the Greetings telegrams . There is no braid on the shoulders . Photo shows : The new uniform ( with open collar ) compared with the old at Mount Pleasant 2 Jun 1936
RM2BW3J85–Smarter Uniforms For Post Office Messenger Boys - Open Collars Post Office Messenger boys are being equiped with smarter uniforms . The new design includes an open collar and a larger pouch to accomodate the Greetings telegrams . There is no braid on the shoulders . Photo shows : The new uniform ( with open collar ) compared with the old at Mount Pleasant 2 Jun 1936
RM2BW3NF9–Smarter Uniforms For Post Office Messenger Boys - Open Collars Post Office Messenger boys are being equiped with smarter uniforms . The new design includes an open collar and a larger pouch to accomodate the Greetings telegrams . There is no braid on the shoulders . Photo shows : The new uniform ( with open collar ) compared with the old at Mount Pleasant 2 Jun 1936
RM2BW3JEA–Smarter Uniforms For Post Office Messenger Boys - Open Collars Post Office Messenger boys are being equiped with smarter uniforms . The new design includes an open collar and a larger pouch to accomodate the Greetings telegrams . There is no braid on the shoulders . Photo shows : The new uniform ( with open collar ) compared with the old at Mount Pleasant 2 Jun 1936
RM2BW3T9T–Smarter Uniforms For Post Office Messenger Boys - Open Collars Post Office Messenger boys are being equiped with smarter uniforms . The new design includes an open collar and a larger pouch to accomodate the Greetings telegrams . There is no braid on the shoulders . Photo shows : The new uniform ( with open collar ) compared with the old at Mount Pleasant 2 Jun 1936
RM2BW3854–Historical uniforms issued to troops for Aldershot tattoo . Historical uniforms and costumes embracing representations from the reign of James II to full dress uniforms worn by the Indian Army of the present day were issued at Albuhera Drill Hall , Aldershot , to troops taking part in this year ' s Aldershot Tattoo . An inspection was held afterwards . Photo shows , the issuing of the uniforms . 12 May 1934
RM2BW383H–Historical uniforms issued to troops for Aldershot tattoo . Historical uniforms and costumes embracing representations from the reign of James II to full dress uniforms worn by the Indian Army of the present day were issued at Albuhera Drill Hall , Aldershot , to troops taking part in this year ' s Aldershot Tattoo . An inspection was held afterwards . Photo shows , the issuing of the uniforms . 12 May 1934
RM2BW36PY–New uniforms for German police . New uniforms for the various branches of the German police are shortly to be adopted . The new designs are considered by Nazi experts to be more in accordance with the spirit of the new regime than those at present in use . Photo shows ; The new uniform compared with the old design , which is shown on left . On right is the uniform for the motor cycle police , which incorporates a special type of crash helmet . 19 August 1933
RM2BW384W–Historical uniforms issued to troops for Aldershot tattoo . Historical uniforms and costumes embracing representations from the reign of James II to full dress uniforms worn by the Indian Army of the present day were issued at Albuhera Drill Hall , Aldershot , to troops taking part in this year ' s Aldershot Tattoo . An inspection was held afterwards . Photo shows , James II ( right ) and William III inspecting the Tattoo uniforms . 12 May 1934
RM2BW385N–Historical uniforms issued to troops for Aldershot tattoo . Historical uniforms and costumes embracing representations from the reign of James II to full dress uniforms worn by the Indian Army of the present day were issued at Albuhera Drill Hall , Aldershot , to troops taking part in this year ' s Aldershot Tattoo . An inspection was held afterwards . Photo shows , James II ( right ) and William III inspecting the Tattoo uniforms . 12 May 1934
RM2BW384H–Historical uniforms issued to troops for Aldershot tattoo . Historical uniforms and costumes embracing representations from the reign of James II to full dress uniforms worn by the Indian Army of the present day were issued at Albuhera Drill Hall , Aldershot , to troops taking part in this year ' s Aldershot Tattoo . An inspection was held afterwards . Photo shows , James II ( right ) and William III inspecting the Tattoo uniforms . 12 May 1934
RM2BW385B–Historical uniforms issued to troops for Aldershot tattoo . Historical uniforms and costumes embracing representations from the reign of James II to full dress uniforms worn by the Indian Army of the present day were issued at Albuhera Drill Hall , Aldershot , to troops taking part in this year ' s Aldershot Tattoo . An inspection was held afterwards . Photo shows , James II ( right ) and William III inspecting the Tattoo uniforms . 12 May 1934
RM2BW3YCX–New uniforms will make Post Office messenger boys smarter for Coronation. Shoe replace boots. A complete revision of dress is being carried out by the Post Office in an effort to make messenger boys even smarter for the Coronation year. A new summer uniform in lighter material is being provided, complete with new type leggings and pouch. Shoes are to replace boats. But although they will now wear a collar and tie, open necked shirt is forbidden. Photo shows: the new type of uniform, showing the open-necked jacket, new belt and pouch, compared with the old (left). 24 February 1937
RM2BW3YDP–New uniforms will make Post Office messenger boys smarter for Coronation. Shoe replace boots. A complete revision of dress is being carried out by the Post Office in an effort to make messenger boys even smarter for the Coronation year. A new summer uniform in lighter material is being provided, complete with new type leggings and pouch. Shoes are to replace boats. But although they will now wear a collar and tie, open necked shirt is forbidden. Photo shows: boy wearing the new uniform showing his new shoes to messenger in the old type dress. 24 February 1937
RMWH9YJ3–Uniforms: Jackets/coats of the early 19th century.
RMWHA22K–WW2: Italian troops (?) (Check uniforms).
RMWH8TAB–French Foreign Legion Uniforms worn in Crimea
RMWH8TAJ–French Foreign Legion Uniforms worn in Madagascar
RMWH8TAF–French Foreign Legion Uniforms worn in Mexico
RMWH94P0–Olympic Games 1920 Antwerp Swedish Team in Gymnastic Uniforms
RMWH9YJY–Private J A Langendyk, 13th Light Dragoons, 1815. Uniforms were blue, facing's of white and lace of silver.
RMWHAP1H–Washington shown as he urges Congress men to find more money to buy shoes and uniforms for his army during the bitter winter of 1777-78
RMWH8MW8–Uniforms of the French Republican Navy - Captain. Engraved by Labrousse after Grasset de Saint Sauveur. Bonaparte's fleet was destroyed by the superior seamanship and gunnery of Nelson's fleet at the Battle of the Nile on 1 August 1798
RMWH8MWC–Uniforms of the French Republican Navy - Commodore. Engraved by Labrousse after Grasset de Saint Sauveur. Bonaparte's fleet was destroyed by the superior seamanship and gunnery of Nelson's fleet at the Battle of the Nile on 1 August 1798
RMWH95NT–Art subjects: Uniforms & Militaria. English militaria. Leopard skin saddle-cloth, late 19th century/ sabretache & shako, c.1840/pouch & pouch belt, c.1850: all relate to officers of the 15th Hussars.
RM2BWAHK8–Lieutenant Colonel Roustam Bek inspects Fleet Tt Coy LT. COL. BORIS LEONIDOVICH TAGUEEF ROUSTAM BEK ( Russian ) The men in the middle do not have uniforms yet and are dressed in civilian clothes
RM2BW2B09–Disappointment has been caused in Chelsea by the decision of the Home Office not to allow the borough's Air Raid Precautions volunteers to wear their smart brown and blue uniforms with yellow braided cuffs when the King's review of ARP services takes place in Hyde Park on Sunday. The reason is that Sir John Anderson wants all volunteers to be dressed alike at the review. 500 Chelsea ARP wardens have been issued with brown uniforms and 200 uniforms in blue have been issued to other sections. The uniforms are of the overall type and yellow braided rings on the cuffs are worn according to rank. P
RM2GJ1C1M–OLYMPICS TRAINING AND LOUNGING UNIFORMS FOR POLISH TEAM ; 22 SEPTEMBER 1964
RM2GJ0W7A–UNIFORMS OLYMPIC TEAM GB BRIAN HEWSON MARY BIGNALL MODEL 29 JUNE 1960
RM2BWAGRJ–Kitchener ' s Army in Golder ' s Hill park training camp , London . The men getting their uniforms mended by the camp tailor . 1914 - 1918
RM2BWBMA2–The sfull dress rehearsal in the Rushmoor arena , Aldershot , Hampshire , for the Aldershot Tattoo . Soldiers dressed in the uniforms of eighteenth century Foot Guards . 30 May 1935
RM2BWB2KP–Striking Procession in honour of our lady of Boulogne French functionaries ( corresponding to our old time beadles ) who headed the procession in their costumes recalling the ornate military uniforms of ancient France 23 August 1923
RM2BWBAJ7–Preparing for the Royal Wedding at Belgrade . King Alexander of Serbia and Princess Marie of Romania are to be married at the cathedral in Belgrade on Thursday . The Royal Guard in their picturesque uniforms marching through the streets of Belgrade . 7 June 1922
RM2BW24AD–The 1200 members of the British Legion who are to police the Czechoslovak plebiscite areas are now encamped at Olympia, London, where they are preparing to leave for Czechoslovakia on Saturday. Photo shows: Members of the force being measured for uniforms at Olympia. 6 October 1938
RM2BWFJGF–The Kings Guard in 1790 Ceremonial display by brigade of guards at forthcoming royal tournament The Grenadier Guards ( Left ) and Coldstream Guards ( right ) in their 1790 uniform . Mr Clarkson , theatrical costumier of London has been responsible for the uniforms 10 May 1922
RM2BW34J5–Lighter clothing for London underground employees . The four thousand uniformed employees of the London Underground , are being issued with new and lighter uniforms for the summer . The first of these uniforms were issued at the companys depot at Lambeth . Underground employees being issued with their new Uniforms at Lambeth . 19 April 1932 .
RM2BW9632–Easter Sunday inspection of Beefeaters at the Tower of London . Lieut Col Dan Burgess , VC Governor of the Tower of London inspected the Yoemen of the Guard , in their Tudor uniforms , in the courtyard of the Tower before attending Easter Sunday service at St Peter and Vinacular Church . The Beefeaters marching to church after the inspection . 27 March 1932
RM2BW3P2M–Riders from famous Vienna school rehearse at Olympia for International horse show . Riders of the historic Imperial Riding School in Vienna rehearsed the equine ballet at Olympia , London in readiness for the International Horse Show opening May 30 . Photo shows , the Austrian riders in their picturesque uniforms at Olympia . 28 May 1936
RM2BW24X1–The first meeting of the newly appointed Commissioners of the Civil Air Guard took place at Ariel House, Kingsway. The various badges and uniforms to be worn by members of the Guard were discussed at the meeting. Photo shows, Mrs F G Milos, the only woman Commissioner, talking with Lord Londonderry, the Chief Commissioner, at Ariel House. 29 August 1938
RM2BW34B1–Easter Sunday inspection of Beefeaters at the Tower of London . Lieut Col Dan Burgess , VC Governor of the Tower of London inspected the Yoemen of the Guard , in their Tudor uniforms , in the courtyard of the Tower before attending Easter Sunday service at St Peter and Vinacular Church . The Beefeaters marching to church after the inspection . 27 March 1932
RM2BW3RHJ–Riders from famous Vienna school rehearse at Olympia for International horse show . Riders of the historic Imperial Riding School in Vienna rehearsed the equine ballet at Olympia , London in readiness for the International Horse Show opening May 30 . Photo shows , the Austrian riders in their picturesque uniforms at Olympia . 28 May 1936
RM2GJ0D01–Back to Civvy Street - Discharged British Airmen Select Their Civilian Clothes These pictures were taken when men of the Royal Air Force discharged from the service on medical grounds visited an RAF Civilian Clothing Centre at Wembley Middlesex and changed their uniforms for civilian clothes The men leaving the Civilian Clothing Centre 19th May 1945
RM2BW31AP–Easter Sunday inspection of Beefeaters at the Tower of London . Lieut Col Dan Burgess , VC Governor of the Tower of London inspected the Yoemen of the Guard , in their Tudor uniforms , in the courtyard of the Tower before attending Easter Sunday service at St Peter and Vinacular Church . Lieut Col Dan Burgess VC Governor of the Tower inspecting the Beefeaters in the Courtyard of the Tower . 27 March 1932
RM2BW30XW–Easter Sunday inspection of Beefeaters at the Tower of London . Lieut Col Dan Burgess , VC Governor of the Tower of London inspected the Yoemen of the Guard , in their Tudor uniforms , in the courtyard of the Tower before attending Easter Sunday service at St Peter and Vinacular Church . Lieut Col Dan Burgess VC Governor of the Tower inspecting the Beefeaters in the Courtyard of the Tower . 27 March 1932
RM2BW265J–Austrian Legion features in triumph to Vienna. Returning in triumph to their homeland after years of exile, the first detachments of the Austrian Legion marched through Vienna in steel helmets and Nazi uniforms. The Legion consist of Austrian Nazis who had sought refuge in Germany before the annexation of Austria by Germany. Photo shows, the Austrian legionnaires singing as they marched through Vienna on their return. 28 March 1938
RM2BW2649–Little entente armies take part in Sokol Display in Prague. The armies of the Little Entente countries, Czechoslovakia, Romania and yugoslavia, had a day to themselves at the 10th Congress of the Sokols (the Czechoslovakia mass gymnastics organisations) which is taking place in Prague. The troops performed exercises wearing their uniforms and caarrying rifles. Photo shows, mass exercises by the soldiers with rifles at the Sokol Stadium in Prague. 8 July 1938
RM2BW25W3–Japan's nursery Warriors pray for the future. In Japan, it is the custom for children at the age of three, five and seven to be taken to the Guardian Shrine in their best clothes in order to pray for a happy future. Since the outbreak of the hostilities in China, 80% of boys dressed in military or naval uniforms. Photo shows, a properly uniformed and much be meddled little 'General' on his way to the shrine in Tokyo. 28 January 1938
RM2BW25W2–Japan's nursery Warriors pray for the future. In Japan, it is the custom for children at the age of three, five and seven to be taken to the Guardian Shrine in their best clothes in order to pray for a happy future. Since the outbreak of the hostilities in China, 80% of boys dressed in military or naval uniforms. Photo shows, a properly uniformed and much be meddled little 'General' on his way to the shrine in Tokyo. 28 January 1938
RM2BW285M–Women fight in Chinese front line. Many women are included in the War Service Corps of Chungking, the treaty port on the Yangtse River, China, and fighting side-by-side with the men in an attempt to stem the Japanese advance. The women wear at similar uniforms to the men are not properly trained soldiers. But the shows, women members of the war service corps in Hankow on their way to the front lines. 10 January 1938
RM2BTPP4Y–He sticks to his tales!. In Japan, it is the custom for children at the age of three, five and seven to be taken to the Guardian Shrine in their best clothes in order to pray for a happy future. Since the outbreak of the hostilities in China, 80% of boys dressed in military or naval uniforms. Photo shows, a little citizen of Tokyo, who has apparently no military ambitions wears his top hat and tails as he leads his 'lady' to the shrine. 28 January 1938
RM2BW25E7–Army's experimental clothing on view in London. The experimental design of clothing for active service and training, which is to form the subject of trials by the army this year, was on view at the Central London Recruiting Depot, Great Scotland Yard, Whitehall. The equipment has been designed with a view to lightening as far as possible the weight carried by the soldier and taking into consideration mechanisation and the new weapons which have been adopted. Photo shows, a rear view of the two uniforms. 1 March 1938
RM2BW36FA–Commandant Mary Allen makes first inspection of women 's reserve . The first inspection of the Women 's Reserve after the issue of the new uniforms took place at the organisation 's headquarters in Tothill Street , Westminster , and was carried out by Commandant Mary Allen , of the Women 's Auxiliary Service . The Women 's Reserve was formed to provide training for large bodies of women in readiness for any civil or military emergency . Commandant Mary Allen inspecting . 28 November 1933
RM2BW36F6–Commandant Mary Allen makes first inspection of women 's reserve . The first inspection of the Women 's Reserve after the issue of the new uniforms took place at the organisation 's headquarters in Tothill Street , Westminster , and was carried out by Commandant Mary Allen , of the Women 's Auxiliary Service . The Women 's Reserve was formed to provide training for large bodies of women in readiness for any civil or military emergency . Commandant Mary Allen inspecting . 28 November 1933
RM2BW25K2–Army's experimental clothing on view in London. The experimental design of clothing for active service and training, which is to form the subject of trials by the army this year, was on view at the Central London Recruiting Depot, Great Scotland Yard, Whitehall. The equipment has been designed with a view to lightening as far as possible the weight carried by the soldier and taking into consideration mechanisation and the new weapons which have been adopted. Photo shows, soldiers walking in the two experimental uniforms, basic equipment with web pouches for Bren gun magazines, etc. (left) and
RM2BW3NWA–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BW3R96–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BW3W2F–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BW405P–Soviet reconstructs historic battle for the films. Forsaking the drab uniform of the modern army for the colourful dress of the old extras at the Leningrad film studios reconstructed the historic battle scenes of the war with Sweden [Great Northern War] for the new Soviet film Peter I. One of the most ambitious productions of the Soviet studios, the film is being directed by Petrov. It is based on the famous novel of the same name written by Tolstoy. Photo shows: Russian troops in their colourful uniforms, making a bayonet charge during the making of the film at the Leningrad Studios. 18 Septe
RM2BW3RX0–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BW3TPR–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BW3PC8–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BW3NJ0–Beating The Bounds of The Tower of London For First Time In Three Years . For the first time in three years , the Rogation - tide ceremony of Beating the Bounds was carried out at the Tower of London . The Chief Warden led the procession out of the Tower precincts on a perambulation of the bounds of the Tower Liberties . Choirboy followed him , and after them the children who live in the tower carrying peeled willow wands and after them again the wardens of the Tower in their Tudor uniforms . There are 31 boundary marks of the Tower and each was thrashed by the boys with willow wands . The cer
RM2BTPP10–The WATS on parade. Recruits are now being enrolled for the Women's Auxiliary Territorial Service, brought into being during the recent crisis and now to be organised on the same basis as the territorial Army. Members will be used for clerical duties at the various Territorial Headquarters while Special Sections will be trained for light transport and work in cook houses and canteens. Photo shows, Company Commander Mrs Dudley Harris, issuing brassards two new recruits of the 1st County of Middlesex Company, at their headquarters at Ravenscourt Park. Armbands will be worn until the new uniforms
RM2BW1XE4–Crown Prince Michael arrived in Warsaw without his clothes. Bereft of all his clothes except those he had travelled in - a dark lounge suit and brown shoes - Crown Prince Michael of Romania arrived in Warsaw to spend two days as the guest of president Moscicki of Polland. Some of the Crown Prince's personal luggage, containing his uniforms and dress suits, had been misplaced at the Belgian-German frontier. Instructions were given by the Romanian Legation in Berlin to send it at once to Warsaw by aeroplane. Photo shows: Crown Prince Michael, in lounge suit, reviewing the guard of honour in Wars
RM2BW3YG7–Naval commander leaves London with unit to make a first film of manoeuvres . Commander J L F Hunt Royal Navy , left Waterloo station with members of a film unit for Portsmouth to join HMS Suffolk from which he will produce a film of the manoeuvres of the British home Mediterranean Fleet . This is the first time in history the manoeuvres are being filmed , and when finished , the picture will be shown to the public . The theme of the film will record the adventures of two boys joined the Navy from the moment when they put on their uniforms until they find themselves under active service conditi
RM2BW3YF7–Naval commander leaves London with unit to make a first film of manoeuvres . Commander J L F Hunt Royal Navy , left Waterloo station with members of a film unit for Portsmouth to join HMS Suffolk from which he will produce a film of the manoeuvres of the British home Mediterranean Fleet . This is the first time in history the manoeuvres are being filmed , and when finished , the picture will be shown to the public . The theme of the film will record the adventures of two boys joined the Navy from the moment when they put on their uniforms until they find themselves under active service conditi
RM2BTPRFB–Postmen keep colds at bay. Dry wet clothes and special room at GPO. Specially fitted with rows of hot pipes and well ventilated, a large drying room has been installed in the new King Edward building at St Martins le Grand , where 3000 London postmen, Telegraph messengers and porters can try the close after carrying out their duties in wet weather. In the old days many postman suffered from rheumatism as they carried out their rounds in wet clothes. Numerous pairs of old trousers are kept in stock. Photo shows, postman in their shirt sleeves make up their schedules as their uniforms drying the
RMWH8YE4–River Police Station. 'The place was on the slope of the levee with two shacks, some ramshackle boats and dozen young men who were dressed in seamen's uniforms which were ragged and dirty'. Egypt.
RMWH9YPX–WW2: Invasion Village, like everyday city town hall and hamlet, throughout Britain, it's Warden's post. Head Warden Elliott, Warden Stern and Warden Nancy Roberts (l-r) work with the aid of an oil lamp. On the wall are posters giving identification of German Uniforms and another calling ARP workers.
RM2GJ0KJT–A million young athletes, drawn from all sports societies in all parts of the Soviet Union, paraded before Stalin and his chief ministers on the 23rd International Youth Day in Moscow Children from Republican Spain also took part in the gigantic display. Young pupils of a Flying School.. 19 September 1937
RM2BWAJWJ–Royal Visit To Paris Mons Chanot , of the French Police Visit of King George V to France
RM2GJ0NDP–Helsinki , Finland : Shouldering beds that will be used by various Olympic contestants of different countries , are young Finnish soldiers . During part of their 12 months training they are helping to get the Olympic Village ready at Helsinki . 4th July 1952
RM2BWAM67–In Southampton harbour
RM2BWAHMH–The King and Queen at Aldershot At the Louise Margaret Hospice
RM2BWB8JH–Ex - Kaiser ' s nephew married . The wedding took place at Schloss Salum , near the Bodensee , of the ex - Kaiser ' s nephew , Prince Friedrich Karl of Hesse and the only daughter of Prince Max of Baden . 20 September 1924
RM2BWFHPC–Historic Dublin Scenes . Provisional Government of Southern Ireland takes over control of Dublin Castle . An armoured car making a last visit to the Castle . 17 January 1922
RM2BW8NT9–Admiral Sir Richard Fortescue Phillimore . 1936
RM2BWB6KJ–Sir Eric Geddes inspecting the Naval Brigade . 1919
RM2BWARFP–Bisley Meeting Left to right , Beale of Winchester and Rose of Harrow School tied for Spencer Cup . Rose won on the tie shoot 1919
RM2BWANH2–Civic Exhibition at Dublin Mr Birrel and Sir James Brown Dougherty
RM2BTPTFN–Declaration of Peace. Scene in Trafalgar Square. 2 July 1919
RM2BWAG4P–Princess Mary at the Gordon Bois home . General Sir G W A Higginson ( in civilian attire ) thanking the Princess for her presence at the function . 14 June 1920
RM2BWANG5–Civic Exhibition at Dublin Lord Aberdeen inspects guard of honour
RM2BWANGF–Civic Exhibition at Dublin Lady Aberdeen recieves Mr Birrell
RM2BWB90A–Heavy pressure on Spain in Morocco . Light artillery moving by difficult roads to support , with its fire the cavalry ,who are pushing back the enemy in order to protect a convoy en route to Xauen . 8 September 1924
RM2BWFHR4–Historic Dublin Scenes . Provisional Government of Southern Ireland takes over control of Dublin Castle . Troops removing the barbed wire from an approach to the castle . 17 January 1922
RM2BWAJ1M–Lord Allenby arrives at Victoria Station , London and is met by the Earl of Athlone . 16 September 1919
RM2BWB80N–A well known actress as Red Cross section leader . At an official inspection of the West Hampstead Division of the British Red Cross Society , Miss Helen Ferrers , the well known actress , took part in a practical demonstration which formed a striking feature of the occasion . 15 April 1924
RM2BWARCT–American Navy Collier ' Jason ' As Santa Claus Ship Plymouth 1918
RM2BW8M7T–The Bishop of Rochester , Canon Spurgin . 1935
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