Westminster (London, England)
Organization
Dates
- Existence: Approximately 1200 (date of establishment)
Biography
The Westminster government originated in London, England, around 1200. The term Westminster refers to the Parliament of the United Kingdom, which governs all of the UK.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Westminster (London, England) Collection on the London Blitz
Collection
Identifier: MS-0022
Scope and Contents
The Westminster (London, England) Collection on the London Blitz consists largely of promotional pamphlets, posters, brochures, catalogs, and designs sent to the City Engineer and Surveyor of Westminster from various British manufacturing companies. They advertise glass-related items adhering to the new Air Raid Precautions (ARP) requirements for war-time lighting and window installation. Specific objects marketed include tools to obscure light, portable electric lanterns with special glass,...
Dates:
1936-1943