Sir Derwent William Kermode
2 of 2 portraits of Sir Derwent William Kermode
Sir Derwent William Kermode
by Elliott & Fry
quarter-plate glass negative, 25 February 1953
Given by Bassano & Vandyk Studios, 1974
Photographs Collection
NPG x100813
Sitterback to top
- Sir Derwent William Kermode (1898-1960), Ambassador to Indonesia and Czechoslovakia. Sitter in 2 portraits.
Artistback to top
- Elliott & Fry (active 1863-1962), Photographers. Artist associated with 10997 portraits.
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A combination of low pressure in the North Sea, hurricane force winds, and high tides result in the Great Flood of 1953. With no warning system many were trapped in their homes as 20-foot waves crashed on the coast; hundreds were killed at sea and on the east coast.John Hunt's British Expedition conquers Everest. News of the achievement reached Britain on the day of Elizabeth's coronation.
Art and science
Frances Crick and James Watson discover the double helix structure of DNA. Uncovering DNA's chemical make-up revolutionised our understanding of the building blocks of life.Ian Fleming publishes his first James Bond novel, Casino Royal.
Chad Varah founds 'The Samaritans' helpline.
International
Joseph Stalin dies four days after suffering a stroke. It has been suggested that Stalin was assassinated, as he was denied medical assistance for over a day after he was found; many suspect that he was poisoned. On his death Georgy Malenkov became leader of the Soviet Union.Tell us more back to top
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