Graham Sykes, seen here as a 19 year old apprentice in 1956. In an interview with the Coventry Telegraph, Mr Sykes said the highlight of his career was swimming in the final of the Melbourne Olympics when he was just 19 years old. This photo, we have unearthed in our archives, is very fitting to remember Graham as it was taken immediately prior to the Melbourne Olympics. Continue reading “Graham Sykes”
Bill Cotterill – Works Police
Well known to visitors to The Standard Motor Co’s works is Staff-Sergt. Bill Cotterill, of the Works Police, who recently retired after twelve years’ service with the Company.
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Jack Cooke – Maintenance Superintendent
Jack Cooke started in 1938 as a pipe fitter under Mr. Lowe who was Works Engineer for the No. 1 Shadow Factory. Later, under the supervision of the late Mr. L. Hall. Works Engineer, and Mr. Whalley, foreman. Jack worked throughout the war keeping pace with the increasing production of aero engines, and carried out most of the pipe work in the carburettor factory. During the war he also did stalwart work at night as an Aero No. 1 fire guard, and worked during daytime to maintain essential services especially after the blitzes in 1940.
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Spitfire Mk IV Factory Photos
A great photo showing the early body production of Mk IV Triumph Spitfires. Continue reading “Spitfire Mk IV Factory Photos”
TR7 – The First at Canley (Again)
An additional photograph of the first TR7 to be built at Canley. Continue reading “TR7 – The First at Canley (Again)”
Herald Factory Assembly – Unknown Area
100% Factory photo, 100% Herald and Herald associated parts – but is this Canley? Continue reading “Herald Factory Assembly – Unknown Area”