The Extraordinary Story of Pioneering Aviator Amy Johnson
Amy Johnson became a living legend after becoming the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia. Here we look at her extraordinary story.
Tag: Historic photography
From Clog Dancing to Women’s Football: 6 Stories from Historic Lancashire
Discover some of the people, places and heritage of the historic country of Lancashire.
The Story of the Battle of Britain
In early summer 1940, Britain had been seriously weakened following the evacuation from Dunkirk of the core of its professional army. It left the country alone in the fight against Hitler.
8 Images of a Frosted England
Baby, it’s cold outside!
6 Places that Inspired Alice in Wonderland
Published in 1856, the surreal world of Wonderland has captured imagination everywhere.
Aerofilms: A History of Britain from Above
Have you seen an air photograph of where you live? Perhaps you’ve got used to the view by using aContinue Reading
England’s Motoring Heritage from the Air
I’ve always loved aerial photographs and when the Aerofilms collection was acquired by English Heritage Archives, I looked forward toContinue Reading