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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Rugby Team – 1948
Despite the weather a large number of spectators were present at the Coundon Road Rugby Ground, Coventry, on Thursday, April 8th, 1948 when the Standard Rugby Football Club kept up their high reputation and retained the Coventry Evening Telegraph Challenge Cup. Continue reading “Rugby Team – 1948”
Standard Apprentices Football Team
Here’s a great photo of the Standard Apprentices Football team – we need your help in naming names. Continue reading “Standard Apprentices Football Team”
