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Background imageLaunch Collection: Wolf from Gladiators opening the new Blockbuster Video in Reading. 6th November 1994

Wolf from Gladiators opening the new Blockbuster Video in Reading. 6th November 1994

Background imageLaunch Collection: Press launch of 'Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band'

Press launch of "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band"
Press launch of " Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band" the eighth studio album by The Beatles May 1967. Pictured at house in 24 Chapel Street. Belgravia London May 1967

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Holly Island lifeboat Milburn being launched from Holy Island

The Holly Island lifeboat Milburn being launched from Holy Island, Northumberland, on its way to Berwick. She is 45 feet long by 12.5 feet, and has an 80 h.p. engine. Picture taken 13th June 1930

Background imageLaunch Collection: The naming ceremony of the new Barry Dock lifeboat the Arthur and Blanche Harris

The naming ceremony of the new Barry Dock lifeboat the Arthur and Blanche Harris, was performed on Saturday afternoon at Barry Docks by Lady Traherne, the wife of the Lord Lieutenant of Glamorgan

Background imageLaunch Collection: Slade launch their new album 'Rogues Gallery'

Slade launch their new album "Rogues Gallery"
Slade launch their new album " Rogues Gallery" with a party held at The Royal Exchange pub in Bilston. Jim Lea, Noddy Holder

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Beatles at the press launch of 'Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band'

The Beatles at the press launch of "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band"
The Beatles at the press launch of " Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band" at Brian Epsteins house at 24 Chapel St

Background imageLaunch Collection: Noel Gallagher and Anita Pallenberg at the launch of The Rolling Stones video '

Noel Gallagher and Anita Pallenberg at the launch of The Rolling Stones video " Circus" Picture taken 15th October 1996

Background imageLaunch Collection: George Harrison signs posters for his new album 'Thirty Three & 1 / 3'

George Harrison signs posters for his new album "Thirty Three & 1 / 3"
George Harrison signs posters for his new album " Thirty Three & 1/3". 18th November 1976

Background imageLaunch Collection: George Harrison and his girlfriend Olivia. 18th November 1976

George Harrison and his girlfriend Olivia. 18th November 1976

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Sky TV. Tony Blackburn and Derek Jameson. 5th February 1989

The launch of Sky TV. Tony Blackburn and Derek Jameson. 5th February 1989

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Sky TV. Attendees, including Andrew Neil, Rupert Murdoch, Kay Burley

The launch of Sky TV. Attendees, including Andrew Neil, Rupert Murdoch, Kay Burley, Derek Jameson, Penny Smith, Tony Blackburn. 5th February 1989

Background imageLaunch Collection: St. Abbs new lifeboat the J. B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after

St. Abbs new lifeboat the J. B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after
St. Abbs new lifeboat the J.B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after the official launching and naming ceremony by Mrs. W.F. Turner of Glasgow. 20th July 1950

Background imageLaunch Collection: Launching of the Cromer lifeboat H F Bailey. 10th June 1935

Launching of the Cromer lifeboat H F Bailey. 10th June 1935

Background imageLaunch Collection: Twenty women launch the RNLB Charles Cooper Henderson'

Twenty women launch the RNLB Charles Cooper Henderson" at Dungeness lifeboat station, Kent to rescue an RAF pilot who came down in the English Channel when their husbands were away fishing

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launching ceremony of the newly named lifeboat Mary Joicey

The launching ceremony of the newly named lifeboat Mary Joicey. More than 3, 000 saw Newbiggins new £ 45, 000 lifeboat officially named the Mary Joicey on Saturday

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Scarborough lifeboat Herbert Joy 2nd

The Scarborough lifeboat Herbert Joy 2nd is launched to go to the assistance of three small fishing craft, the Premier, Sceptre and B.S. Colling, which were out when a very heavy sea sprang up

Background imageLaunch Collection: The new self-righting motor Redcar lifeboat, christened the Louisa Polden

The new self-righting motor Redcar lifeboat, christened the Louisa Polden, being driven along the sands by the tractor she was launched

Background imageLaunch Collection: After 27 years of gallant service, the William Gammon lifeboat plunged down its slipway

After 27 years of gallant service, the William Gammon lifeboat plunged down its slipway at Mumbles Lifeboat Station, Swansea for the last time on 27th August 1974

Background imageLaunch Collection: Fishguards new lifeboat Howard Marryat. 4th June 1957

Fishguards new lifeboat Howard Marryat. 4th June 1957

Background imageLaunch Collection: The christening ceremony of the Rhyl lifeboat Gordon Warren by Lady Scarisbrick

The christening ceremony of the Rhyl lifeboat Gordon Warren by Lady Scarisbrick. Picture shows Lady Scarisbrick christening the lifeboat with lifeboat crew and cox in attendance. 14th September 1946

Background imageLaunch Collection: The new St. Davids lifeboat Joseph Soar takes to the water. 20th May 1964

The new St. Davids lifeboat Joseph Soar takes to the water. 20th May 1964

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Sunderland lifeboat William Myers and Sarah Jane Myers

The Sunderland lifeboat William Myers and Sarah Jane Myers being handed over to the Sunderland station on 5th July 1963. The £ 45

Background imageLaunch Collection: Douglas Hurd at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Douglas Hurd at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: Norma Major, wife of British Prime Minister, John Major at the launch of the Conservative

Norma Major, wife of British Prime Minister, John Major at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: Viscount Whitelaw, often known as Willie Whitelaw, and Twiggy attending the launch of a

Viscount Whitelaw, often known as Willie Whitelaw, and Twiggy attending the launch of a new charity to fund research using a new type of test - Tube Skin called Reconstructed Human Skin

Background imageLaunch Collection: Len Coldwell opens the Len Caldwell Pavilion at Newton Abbot, Devon. August 1968

Len Coldwell opens the Len Caldwell Pavilion at Newton Abbot, Devon. August 1968

Background imageLaunch Collection: Channel 4 launch. Pictured, the production room. 2nd November 1982

Channel 4 launch. Pictured, the production room. 2nd November 1982

Background imageLaunch Collection: Richard Branson launches the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II. Lowestoft, Suffolk

Richard Branson launches the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II. Lowestoft, Suffolk. 14th May 1986

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II. Lowestoft, Suffolk. 14th May 1986

The launch of the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II. Lowestoft, Suffolk. 14th May 1986

Background imageLaunch Collection: Co-founder of Virgin Atlantic Airways, Randolph Fields, which will be offering flights to

Co-founder of Virgin Atlantic Airways, Randolph Fields, which will be offering flights to New York for £ 99. 29th February 1984

Background imageLaunch Collection: Phil and Gary Neville launch their book For Club and Country

Phil and Gary Neville launch their book For Club and Country: The Hunt for European and World Cup Glory. 10th September 1998

Background imageLaunch Collection: Leeds United and England centre half Jackie Charlton could not attend the opening of his

Leeds United and England centre half Jackie Charlton could not attend the opening of his own mens wear shop in Garforth, near Leeds

Background imageLaunch Collection: A get together at BBCs Kensington House to launch the new series 'Braden

A get together at BBCs Kensington House to launch the new series "Braden
A get together at BBCs Kensington House to launch the new series " Bradens Week". Research programme girl Esther Rantzen (right) forgot her own drink when toasting Laurie London

Background imageLaunch Collection: Bob Geldof for the Band Aid Trust announces the most ambitious venture in the history of

Bob Geldof for the Band Aid Trust announces the most ambitious venture in the history of popular music. On Saturday 13th July two massive rock concerts will be simultaneously stages on both sides of

Background imageLaunch Collection: HRH Princess Diana, The Princess of Wales, launches the start of the 1988 London

HRH Princess Diana, The Princess of Wales, launches the start of the 1988 London Marathon, at Blackheath, near Greenwich, London. Picture taken 17th April 1988

Background imageLaunch Collection: Football star Kevin Keegan shows off the new 'avengers'

Football star Kevin Keegan shows off the new "avengers"
Football star Kevin Keegan shows off the new " avengers" look fashion style at the launch of of a menswear range that he has selected and helped to design

Background imageLaunch Collection: BBC unveils a £60 million package of spring and summer shows

BBC unveils a £60 million package of spring and summer shows
BBC unveils a £ 60 million package of spring and summer shows. Pictured, left to right, George Cole, Dariane Lorian and David Jason

Background imageLaunch Collection: Press launch of Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band'

Press launch of Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band" at Brian Epsteins house at 24 Chapel St. Belgravia London 19 May 1967

Background imageLaunch Collection: Meg Matthews (left) Noel Gallagher and Anita Pallenberg (right

Meg Matthews (left) Noel Gallagher and Anita Pallenberg (right) at the launch of The Rolling Stones video " Circus" Picture taken 15th October 1996

Background imageLaunch Collection: Giving a leg up to the launch of the Red Cross Buskaround

Giving a leg up to the launch of the Red Cross Buskaround yesterday was comedian Ken Dodd who was on hand to release hundreds of balloons in Liverpools Whitechapel to mark the national fund raising

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Sun Newspaper, launched by owners IPC, International Publishing Corporation

The Sun Newspaper, launched by owners IPC, International Publishing Corporation, to replace the Daily Herald. First published in Manchester on Tuesday 15th September 1964

Background imageLaunch Collection: HM Submarine Revenge was launched at Cammell Lairds in Birkenhead, Merseyside yesterday

HM Submarine Revenge was launched at Cammell Lairds in Birkenhead, Merseyside yesterday. 18th March 1968

Background imageLaunch Collection: The new 315, 000 Pilot Cutter High Force seen here on the River Tees with the tanker Hugo

The new 315, 000 Pilot Cutter High Force seen here on the River Tees with the tanker Hugo in the background. 26th June 1986

Background imageLaunch Collection: Shorts S30 Empire Flying Boat G-AFCZ named Clare owned and operated by BOAC

Shorts S30 Empire Flying Boat G-AFCZ named Clare owned and operated by BOAC. Seen here at Poole in Dorset following its trans-atlantic flight. 10th August 1940

Background imageLaunch Collection: Muristan looks well on the South Shields skyline. And she was reluctant to slide away

Muristan looks well on the South Shields skyline. And she was reluctant to slide away on her launch yesterday. There was a long pause before she at last began to move off. 17/05/50

Background imageLaunch Collection: Shauna Lowry, Su Pollard, Sid Owen, Sue Barker, Ronnie Corbett

Shauna Lowry, Su Pollard, Sid Owen, Sue Barker, Ronnie Corbett and Patsy Palmer attend the BBC Spring/Summer Press Launch. 27th March 1996

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Sky TV. Andrew Neil and Rupert Murdoch. 5th February 1989

The launch of Sky TV. Andrew Neil and Rupert Murdoch. 5th February 1989

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Sky TV. Rupert Murdoch and Andrew Neil. 5th February 1989

The launch of Sky TV. Rupert Murdoch and Andrew Neil. 5th February 1989

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Sky Digital TV at Londons Battersea Power Station. Elisabeth Murdoch

The launch of Sky Digital TV at Londons Battersea Power Station. Elisabeth Murdoch. 1st October 1998

Background imageLaunch Collection: Launch of The Tynesider lifeboat at Tynemouth. Information on the boat

Launch of The Tynesider lifeboat at Tynemouth. Information on the boat. TYNESIDER 1947 Ð 1979 : 46O09 Watson Type. 46O09 long by 12O09 wide, weight 21 tons 15 cwt, 2 Ð 40 bhp Ferry VE4 engines

Background imageLaunch Collection: New Seaham lifeboat crew left to right: Captain R. Muir, Captain R. Mallan, Second Cox. M

New Seaham lifeboat crew left to right: Captain R. Muir, Captain R. Mallan, Second Cox. M. Green, Spare Hand, J. Finlay Second Bowman, Captain R. Hudson, E. Brown, Bowman, A

Background imageLaunch Collection: Members of the Worthing Rescue Committee take a trip on the Thames after the launching

Members of the Worthing Rescue Committee take a trip on the Thames after the launching ceremony of the Kenneth and Gerald Lifeboat by the Mayoress of Worthing, Mrs Hawkins. 4th April 1933

Background imageLaunch Collection: A lifeboat makes a sea rescue at Torquay on the South Devon coast. 26th March 1932

A lifeboat makes a sea rescue at Torquay on the South Devon coast. 26th March 1932

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Mumbles lifeboat is launched from its base on the Gower Peninsula

The Mumbles lifeboat is launched from its base on the Gower Peninsula. 13th March 1974

Background imageLaunch Collection: The new Mumbles lifeboat passes in front of the temporary one which replaced the SS

The new Mumbles lifeboat passes in front of the temporary one which replaced the SS Samtampa which broke up on the rocks near Porthcawl a few months earlier

Background imageLaunch Collection: Hauling on two guide ropes, the launching crew steady the Ferryside Lifeboat as it runs

Hauling on two guide ropes, the launching crew steady the Ferryside Lifeboat as it runs down the slipway for its final run. The station is due to be closed at the end of the month. 22nd June 1960

Background imageLaunch Collection: A newlife-saver made a splash at its official launch in West Wales yesterday

A newlife-saver made a splash at its official launch in West Wales yesterday. The town of New Quay welcomed a new, 16-foot inflatable lifeboat bought with proceeds from a charity concert

Background imageLaunch Collection: On its half tracked carriage, the Ferryside Lifeboat runs down the slipway

On its half tracked carriage, the Ferryside Lifeboat runs down the slipway, steadied by the launching crew on two guides ropes as it makes its final run

Background imageLaunch Collection: The arrival of the new motor lifeboat at New Quay, Cardiganshire

The arrival of the new motor lifeboat at New Quay, Cardiganshire. The old sailing lifeboat can be seen on the left of the picture. The name of the new vessel is " St Albans"

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Tynemouth lifeboat takes to the water. Picture taken 3rd

The Tynemouth lifeboat takes to the water. Picture taken 3rd February 1976

Background imageLaunch Collection: Launch of the lifeboat Tynesider at Tynemouth

Launch of the lifeboat Tynesider at Tynemouth. information on the boat. TYNESIDER 1947 Ð 1979 : 46O09 Watson Type. 46O09 long by 12O09 wide, weight 21 tons 15 cwt, 2 Ð 40 bhp Ferry VE4 engines

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Tynemouth lifeboat enters the sea from its house at Low Lights, North Shields

The Tynemouth lifeboat enters the sea from its house at Low Lights, North Shields. Picture taken 15th September 1962

Background imageLaunch Collection: The Sunderland lifeboat Edward and Isabella Irwin after her launch by Lady Marr

The Sunderland lifeboat Edward and Isabella Irwin after her launch by Lady Marr. Picture taken 15th June 1936

Background imageLaunch Collection: When the crew members of a Gower-based private rescue service put to sea in future on a

When the crew members of a Gower-based private rescue service put to sea in future on a mercy mission, they will speed to the scene on board the latest inshore rescue craft

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of HMS Teredo by Mrs Jamieson at Barrow in Furness watched going down

The launch of HMS Teredo by Mrs Jamieson at Barrow in Furness watched going down the slipway by some of the men who helped to build her. 27th April 1945

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

The launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: Michael Heseltine at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto

Michael Heseltine at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: Norman Tebbit at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Norman Tebbit at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: Chris Patten at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Chris Patten at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: Norman Lamont at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Norman Lamont at the launch of the Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: British Prime Minister, John Major launches his Conservative party election manifesto

British Prime Minister, John Major launches his Conservative party election manifesto. 18th March 1992

Background imageLaunch Collection: The opening of a new record company 'Music For Pleasure'

The opening of a new record company "Music For Pleasure"
The opening of a new record company " Music For Pleasure". Pictured, Kenny Lynch, Sir Joseph Lockwood and Adam Faith. October 1965

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Music For Pleasure. Left to right, Sir Joseph Lockwood Chairman of EMI

The launch of Music For Pleasure. Left to right, Sir Joseph Lockwood Chairman of EMI, Ann Rogers and Paul Hamlyn. October 1965

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Music For Pleasure. Kenny Lynch, Sir Joseph Lockwood, Adam Faith

The launch of Music For Pleasure. Kenny Lynch, Sir Joseph Lockwood, Adam Faith, Dennis Lotis, Anne Rogers, Lionel Blair and Paul Hamlyn. October 1965

Background imageLaunch Collection: The launch of Bobby Moores book 'Bobby Moore'

The launch of Bobby Moores book "Bobby Moore"
The launch of Bobby Moores book " Bobby Moore". Bobby Moore pictured seated, right, with guests, including, Elton John, Joe Bugner and Gerry Francis. 25th October 1976

Background imageLaunch Collection: Elton John with Bobby Moore at the launch of Moores book 'Bobby Moore'

Elton John with Bobby Moore at the launch of Moores book "Bobby Moore"
Elton John with Bobby Moore at the launch of Moores book " Bobby Moore". 25th October 1976

Background imageLaunch Collection: Channel 4 launch. Deaf People request a better service. 2nd November 1982

Channel 4 launch. Deaf People request a better service. 2nd November 1982

Background imageLaunch Collection: Channel 4s Chief Executive, Jeremy Isaac, surrounded by messages of best wishes

Channel 4s Chief Executive, Jeremy Isaac, surrounded by messages of best wishes, champagne and flowers. 2nd November 1982

Background imageLaunch Collection: Princess Michael of Kent helps Richard Branson launch the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II

Princess Michael of Kent helps Richard Branson launch the Virgin Atlantic Challenger II. Lowestoft, Suffolk. 14th May 1986

Background imageLaunch Collection: Richard Branson, boss of the Virgin Records empire, announces his latest venture - Virgin

Richard Branson, boss of the Virgin Records empire, announces his latest venture - Virgin Atlantic Airways, which will be offering flights to New York for £ 99. 29th February 1984

Background imageLaunch Collection: International Models gather at The Savoy Hotel, London, for the launch of the new edition

International Models gather at The Savoy Hotel, London, for the launch of the new edition of annual directory, International Model 1959 by Worlds Press News and Advertisers Review

Background imageLaunch Collection: Princess Alexandra launches the SS Oriana ship at Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Princess Alexandra launches the SS Oriana ship at Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. 3rd November 1959

Background imageLaunch Collection: At the opening of the Plumbers Museum in the ancient Morden Tower, Newcastle

At the opening of the Plumbers Museum in the ancient Morden Tower, Newcastle, by the Lord Mayor (Coun. J.G. Nixon). 13th September 1932

Background imageLaunch Collection: A general view of the launching ceremony of the new North Sunderland motor lifeboat

A general view of the launching ceremony of the new North Sunderland motor lifeboat, the W.R.A" at Seahouses, Northumberland. 6th September 1936



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