Snapshots

Snapshots

Snapshot categories

Dip into the categories below for a taste of the rich collections that make up HSBC Archives

Serving our customers

Serving our customers

Meeting expectations in a changing world.

Latest snapshot:
Banking in black and white: first direct

All in a day's work

All in a day's work

A look back at working lives over the decades.

Latest snapshot:
Jackson's tapestry

Building the business

Building the business

Our key moments of growth as an international bank.

Latest snapshot:
Sweet beginnings: the bank in Indonesia

In the community

In the community

Our ongoing commitment to the communities we serve.

Latest snapshot:
Celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival

Crisis and recovery

Crisis and recovery

Stories of resilience and bravery during the most testing of times.

Latest snapshot:
Captive art: paintings from Stanley Internment Camp

Housing the bank

Housing the bank

A premises portfolio that continues to cross continents.

Latest snapshot:
Solid foundations

After hours

After hours

Enhancing team spirit through sport and social activities.

Latest snapshot:
Let the games begin

Advertising through the ages

Advertising through the ages

The story behind one of the world’s most recognised brands.

Latest snapshot:
Go free with Midland