Compared Collection (#4)

Starlight changes in a night sky. Montage of images showing the changing colours and light intensity produced by stars at different times of night

Annular solar eclipse. Montage image of the sun (white) during an annular solar eclipse, showing the varying position of the moon (black) as it passes in front of the sun and out again

Solar eclipse. Montage image of the sun (white) during a solar eclipse. The black shapes show the varying position of the moon at it passed in front of the sun, from top left to bottom right

Total solar eclipse. Image of the sun during a total solar eclipse on 29th March 2006. The black lines show the varying position of the moon at it passed in front of the sun

Alzheimers disease, artwork
Alzheimers disease. Computer artwork of a vertical (coronal) slice through the brain of an Alzheimer patient (left) compared with a normal brain (right)

Primate skulls, 19th century artwork
Primate skulls. 19th century artwork of a human skull (top) and those of four different primates, showing the anatomical differences

From Bismarck to Buelow. A bigger task for a smaller man
Punch recalls an illustration from their magazine from September 28th, 1878(see picture number 10056473)showing Otto von Bismarck temporarily quashing the Socialist jack in the box

The Horrors of Peace
Three soldiers home on leave during World War I, with wounds discover to their surprise that, compared to a hair-raising motor car ride with their lady companion driver

Speedometer testing
Gongsters on parade; police cars of the police traffic patrol waiting to have their speedometers tested against a stopwatch, to ensure they drive within the 30 miles and hour speed limit

Russian Soldiers on Skis
Russian troops, using skis, have superior manoeuvrability compared with the Germans, during the harsh months of inter fighting

Muir Glacier, Alaska, in 1902
Glacial retreat. Image 1 of 2. Steamship sailing towards Muir Glacier, Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska, in 1902. Glaciers are large, slow-moving expanses of ice

1868 / RIVAL STARS / PUNCH
Rival Stars Disraeli and Gladstone compared to rival actors. Disraeli, as Hamlet, is in work while Gladstone awaits his turn

Commandants Dug-Out
Compared with what his men have to put up with, the French commandants dug-out is a luxury palace - theres a roof, and its above water level, and theres light !

French Arms Build-Up
Even Saint Barbara, though the patron saint of gunners, is dismayed by Frances build-up of arms, as compared with her peaceloving neighbour Germany

The Silver Age
The second age of human history, voluptuous and godless compared with the Age of Gold, but still idyllic even though folk now have to work for their living

100-Passenger Air-Liners
Todays air-liners will seem tiny compared with the huge passenger carriers of tomorrow, which will carry as many as One Hundred people, at speeds of 350 km/h !

Thomas / Angelique Medor
The first performance at the Opera Comique in Paris : the stage seems tiny compared with those generally used for opera

Two Piece Swimsuits 1876
Two swimmers in the two-piece short-sleeve bathing costume of the day. The short knickers are quite revealing compared with the long dresses of contemporary fashion

Man, Gorilla Skeletons
The skeletons of homo sapiens and a gorilla compared

Lisbon Quake / Justine
A tsunami (tidal wave) sweeps up the North Tagus river at about 11 am, some 90 minutes after the earthquake tremors, and compared by witnesses to a mountain

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"Comparing the Uncomparable: From Forth Bridge to Mer-People Look-Alikes" Step into a world of fascinating comparisons, where the unimaginable becomes reality. Explore the iconic Forth Bridge, standing tall against time, as its majestic structure is compared to starlight bent by the Sun's attraction according to Einstein's theory. Witness an intriguing juxtaposition between two skeletons - one human and one gorilla - revealing our shared origins and interconnectedness. Dive deep into the depths of imagination as mer-people look-alikes captivate your senses. Marvel at their enchanting beauty and ponder how they resemble us in ways we never thought possible. Travel back in time to 1885 and witness a grand spectacle of architectural marvels, comparing the most famous buildings from around the world. Transport yourself to a different era with a glimpse into beer drinkers' lives through a captivating 19th-century illustration. Reflect on how social habits have evolved over time while appreciating our shared love for camaraderie and good spirits. Pay homage to those who sacrificed everything as you explore Royal Navy losses during both World Wars in 1945. Feel their bravery resonate within you as you compare their sacrifices with historical milestones that shaped our world. Discover unexpected connections when measles are compared – unraveling mysteries behind this infectious disease that has affected countless lives throughout history. Experience awe-inspiring moments under a total solar eclipse, where darkness befriends light, reminding us of life's delicate balance. Embark on an adventure aboard HMS Courageous – witness its transformation from an anti-corn law campaign vessel to becoming an aircraft carrier that defied boundaries and redefined naval warfare forever. In this realm of comparisons, let your curiosity guide you towards new perspectives and profound revelations about our past, present, and future. Open your mind to endless possibilities as worlds collide before your eyes in extraordinary ways only limited by imagination itself.