Infant's Gas Mask: Instruction Leaflet
A leaflet explaining how to use the infant/small child's gas mask, 1939.
Instructions
Printed instructions on how to wear a military ribbon. The instructions accompany the Civil Defence Long Service Ribbon that belonged to Arthur James Smith. The instructions are printed on cream coloured ...
Instructions
Instructions for using the Civil Defence Corps Real Paint transfer. It is printed in blue ink on glossy paper. The transfer and instructions belonged to Arthure James Smith. Arthur James Smith was born ...
Instructor Badge
Dark blue felt instructor badge. The badge is rectangular and is embroidered in gold coloured thread with "INSTRUCTOR". It belonged to Arthur James Smith. Arthur James Smith was born in Bath on 13 May ...
James Broadbridge Banwell
A photograph of James Broadbridge Banwell in his army uniform, c.1918. The reverse of the photograph has been printed as a postcard.
Japanese Surrender From World War Two
This photograph was taken at the time of the Japanese surrender from World War II in September 1945.
Japanese Surrender From World War Two
This photograph was taken at the time of the Japanese surrender from World War II in September 1945.
Japanese Surrender From World War Two
This photograph was taken at the time of the Japanese surrender from World War II in September 1945.
Jigsaw Puzzle
A Eurograph jigsaw depicting a map of Europe during World War I. It includes details of trenches and some of the pieces are in the shape of army equipment. The pieces are stored in a calico bag.
Land And Water Edition Of Raemaeker's Cartoons
Land And Water Edition Of Raemaeker's Cartoons A paper-back book containing cartoons. It has a red and black printed cover showing a cartoon of 'Nazi' pigs.
Le Poilu
Charlie Johnson Payne (Snaffles) (1884-1967) Le Poilu, 1915 Ink on paper 285mm x 200mm The print depicts a wounded French infantryman standing smoking with his rifle leaning up against him. The main picture ...
Leaflet: An Outline of the Military Service Act
A pamphlet entitled 'An Outline of the Military Service Act', leaflet number 64. The Military Service Act, 1916, was the first law to introduce full conscription in Britain. Previous to this the government ...
Lesley Harry Lock in His Army Uniform
A photographic portrait of Lesley Harry Lock of the 8th Army in his uniform, c. 1937-1944. This photograph was taken by J. Conti in his studio at 64 Rue Ibrahim Pacha, Le Caire.
Letter
Letter sent from Fred Tims to his mother on 7 February 1917. It was sent from Mesopotamia.
Letter from Buckingham Palace
A letter from Buckingham Palace bearing the royal crest with the signature of George V stamped in ink. It was originally accompanied by a medal commemorating the life of Private Henry Harold Burford. ...
Letter from the Ministry of Pensions
A letter from the Ministry of Pensions, acknowledging receipt of a certificate (presumably a death certificate) and recording of its return, 1918. The letter was sent to the widow of Private Henry Harold ...
Lord Mayor of Coventry with Troops
The Lord Mayor of Coventry Alick Hill shaking hands with a soldier in front of a group of soldiers.
Military Recruitment Poster
A colour lithographic poster appealing for recruits. The poster has a print of a soldier set against a country village background. The text reads 'Your Country's Call/ Isn't This Worth Fighting For?/ ...