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A W. A. A. F. meteorologist releasing a met balloon. 9th October 1941A W.A.A.F. meteorologist releasing a met balloon. 9th October 1941
A. T. S. Wireless Operators learn Morse Code. (PictureA.T.S. Wireless Operators learn Morse Code. (Picture) Girls receiving messages in morse code on an open air receiver. 8th December 1941
British troops training in Northern Ireland during Second World War. 27th June 1941
The Italian hospital ship Ramb IV at a Middle East port, after its capture by the Royal Navy. August 1941
British Forces entered Addis Ababa on April 5th, having advanced 1800 miles in less than 60 days. Pictured, a British armoured car carrying the Union Jack at the Governors Palace, Addis Ababa
A small party of British officers went into the heart of Abyssinia (Ethiopia) six months ago, and started a revolt, and were responsible for the training of Patriot Troops of the Emperor of Ethiopia
After a journey of 200 miles through jungle and mountains the Emperor of Abyssinia set up camp guarded by his own patriots and a few officers
Damage inflicted on the docks at Ostend by the R. A. F. and the Royal NavyDamage inflicted on the docks at Ostend by the R.A.F. and the Royal Navy. What was once an active block of warehouses on the West Quay of the Bassin de la Marine is no longer operative
Picture shows an unusual craft on The River Thames outside Westminster. Suggests it is a small set or landing crafts. Picture taken circa 1st November 1941
Brigadier General Maxwell meets Alexander Kirk and senior British officers in Egypt. December 1941
RAF stations on the Iraq-Transjordian frontier are guarded by the famous Arab Legion of the Amir of Transjordan. Commanded by British Officers
Havoc at Tobruk. Aerial view of Tobruk with sunken cargo vessel in the foreground and burning petrol in foreground. Circa 9th February 1941
Major General J. H Burns (US Army) being interviewed by an R. A. FMajor General J.H Burns (US Army) being interviewed by an R.A.F. Command press officer in the Middle East. October 1941
Confetti showers upon US Sailors and Marines who march with men of the Australian Navy and Army when US Cruisers Northampton and Salt Lake City visit Brisbane, Australia
Revolt Leaders in Abyssinia (Ethiopia). A small party of British officers went into the heart of Abyssinia six months ago
Life in a hospital in Tobruk. (Picture) Waiting their turn at the dentists who can be seen at work in the background. Circa November 1941
Infantry in front of Tobruk waiting to advance into town, which is seen in the background with fires burning. Circa 9th February 1941
Diagram showing bomb damage to the Gura Aerodrome in Ethiopia. (A) Direct hit on hangars (B) Direct hit on aerodrome buildings (C) Aerodrome building burnt out (D)
Coastal defence guns of Tobruk. (Picture) Victory being marked on the shells in readiness for sending to the enemy. Circa September 1941
British forces entered Addis Ababa on April 5th, having advanced 1800 miles in less than 60 days. Pictured, Transvaal regiment forces after the liberation of Addis Ababa. Circa May 1941
Soldiers in Tobruk, Libya. Another pet with the Gunner Officers. This rabbit wandered into the Mess one day and refused to leave. Circa 24th September 1941
A memorial built by Royal Australian Engineers and dedicated to those who have given their lives for the defence of Tobruk was unveiled by Major-gen Morshead, G.O.C, Tobruk. Circa 1941
British offensive in the western desert. (Picture) The first stages in the second British offensive in the western desert, which opened at dawn on November 18th 1941
Italian prisoners being marched through Gondar after its surrender to British, Imperial and Ethiopian forces. Circa November 1941
Polish troops who are among the defenders of Tobruk at a firing post during Second World War. Circa October 1941
Australian and other Empire troops defending Tobruk. (Picture) The Tobruk Truth, nicknamed the Dinkun Oil by the troops, is published regularly by Australians in Tobruk
A piper of the Highland regiment entertaining the wounded, both British and enemy, as they await their turn for the dressing of wounds at a casualty clearing station on the battlefield near Tobruk
Bren gunner in action against bombers, in the background a lorry can be seen burning in Tobruk Libya. Circa 9th October 1941
The Catholic Church in Tobruk although badly damaged is still standing. Services are held elsewhere but soldiers often call in for a few minutes during the day
During Winston Churchills Northern tour, he paid a visit to Glasgow. Pictured, Mrs Churchill and Mr Harry Hopkins, (President Roosevelts special envoy to this country), chatting to A.R.P
Transjordan mechanised squadron on parade before a patrol on the Syrian border. June 1941
British tanks in the Western Desert. Pictured, these tanks (25 tons, 19 ft. length, Crew of 4. 1 two-pounder machine gun. Speed 15 mph) going up to the forward position in the Western Desert
Russian Self Defence Squad receiving anti-gas training. 4th August 1941
A detachment of of the Soviet Popular Volunteer Force on the way to the front line near Odessa. 16th September 1941
An excerpt from the German film War In The East concerning the advance into Russia during Second World War. 10th September 1941
Soviet tank column on the move in Russia during Second World War. 16th October 1941
Defences being erected in Odessa. (Picture) Stone barricades and pill-boxes, tank traps being erected in the streets of Odessa. 12th September 1941
Photograph taken during a daylight raid on the docks and enemy shipping at Rotterdam, Holland, by Bristol Blenheims of 105 Squadron R.A.F
King Peter of Yugoslavia visits British heavy bomber station. King Peter, accompanied by his Aide-de-camp, Air Vice Marshal J.E.A Baldwin and Air Vice Marshal R. Graham. Circa July 1941
Imperial forces move forward on the Syrian frontier during Second World War. Soldiers keeping a good look out among the rocks near the frontier. July 3rd 1941
Imperial forces move forward on the Syrian frontier. Photo shows - This gun is ready for immediate action at the hands of these Australian artillerymen. Circa 1941
Vichy representatives sign British armistice terms. After thirty five days fighting, the Syrian campaign has come to an end with the representatives of General Dent
Bren gun carriers being swung on to Rangoon docks. Burma. circa 1st November 1941
Singapore Island. The striking power of Singapore Island has been formidably reinforced in recent months and a concentration of heavy artillery is now ready there for any eventuality
Bren carriers come off landing craft during an exercise in Scotland. Picture taken circa 10th July 1941
Gen. Catroux and Gen. Le Gentilhomme (in rear) inspecting a guard of honour on arrival at Government house. 15th July 1941
A British general with some British and Indian troops visited the Russian lines in Persia where they had an opportunity of inspecting the Russian equipment
British prisoners return to Beirut. Major General Chrystal, chatting to some officers on their return. Circa 1941
