A rare photo of the Diesel Engine assembly shop. Continue reading “Diesel Engine Shop”
First World War Planes Built by Standard
In the early years of the 1st World War air warfare was in its infancy. The first planes were used for observation and as “spotters” for the artillery. They carried no armaments — except the pilot’s revolver! Later, the planes were fitted with light machine guns and the epic battles between enemy “aces” have become legends.
Albert Jones – Car Trimming Department
Albert Jones retired from The Standard Motor Company Ltd after 32 years service.
Factory – 1964
The previous Competition department photograph from 1964 was cropped to show the faces of the team better. The original photograph offers a detailed image of part of the factory.
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Vanguard III Launch
On the day prior to the public announcement of the Vanguard III which appeared in most national and provincial papers, The Standard Motor Co. Ltd. invited all Standard Distributors and representatives of the Press to a luncheon held at the Banner Lane Factory to celebrate the occasion. Continue reading “Vanguard III Launch”
Ferguson 50,000th Tractor
The Banner Lane plant of The Standard Motor Co. Ltd., has just completed the 50,000th Ferguson tractor. Continue reading “Ferguson 50,000th Tractor”
