England’s Historic Cities under Attack: the Baedeker Raids, 1942
Between late April and late June 1942, the Luftwaffe (German Air Force) deliberately targeted Britain’s historic towns and cities, causing widespread destruction
Category: Historic photography
5 Jubilant Jubilees
We take a look back at some royal jubilees and how the nation commemorated these royal milestones.
6 Amazing images taken from above
The trailblazing Aerofilms Ltd, founded on 9 May 1919, combined new technology of powered flight with aerial cinematography and photography.
The Story of London’s Sewer System
Hidden beneath London’s streets lie incredible tunnels and sewers that take waste from our homes.
9 Places That Tell the Story of Early Flight
The first formally recognised, sustained, powered, heavier-than-air flight in the UK took off 110 years ago.
6 Surprising images of pre-NHS nursing
To mark 70 years since the launch of the NHS, we take a look at 6 images from our recently rediscovered medical archive.
How to take a great photograph
Ahead of the launch of our photography exhibition Spirit of the North, artist and photographer John Kippin shares his top tips for creating great images (on your camera phone or otherwise).
8 Mysterious medical images
A recently discovered collection of archive images help to tell the story of England’s medical history.
How Did Women Win the Right to Vote?
Take a look at some of the key people, places and moments in the campaign for women’s rights to vote.
Pass the Popcorn: A Brief Introduction to Cinemas
How England’s love for film inspired the construction of glamorous and decorative cinemas.