Sutton's transport history - a journey in pictures - the 1940s
1940s
A train from Portsmouth Harbour passing through Wallington on its way to London Bridge. Note the centre siding that runs to the bridge in the background. It was frequently used for school trains that would start from Wallington during term time. From and Copyright © the Sutton Local Studies Collection |
1948 - 14th May
Carlos (Hank) Hankings sketching the Mayor at Sutton Depot. The bus, London General's B-43, was one of 300 requisitioned by the British Army in October 1914 for use in France and Belgium due to a shortage of motor vehicles at the outbreak of the first world war. This particular vehicle, which became affectionately known as The Old Bill Bus, was built in 1911, and returned from the war to run again on London's streets until it was retired in 1920. It was preserved, and was eventually presented to the Imperial War Museum on 5th May 1970 where it may still be seen today. From and Copyright © the Sutton Local Studies Collection |