1988 Collection (#63)

Ridge Rail
circa 1880: A railway reversing station on the Bhore Ghat Incline, near the town of Poona or Pune in Maharashtra on the edge of the Western Ghats

Prussians Parade
A Prussian horse artillery and infantry parade on the Champs Elysees in Paris during the Prussian occupation. (Photo by Henry Guttmann/Getty Images)

Lamborghini Countach 5000QV, 1988, Red
Lamborghini Countach 5000QV 1988 Red

Ferrari F40, 1988, Red
Ferrari F40 1988 Red

Bentley Eight, 1988, Green, dark
Bentley Eight 1988 Green dark

BMW M3 Evo 2 Cabriolet, 1988, White
BMW M3 Evo 2 Cabriolet 1988 White

Professor John L Stollery CBE
Professor John L. Stollery, CBE, CEng, HonFRAeS, RAeS President 1987-1988. Date: 1987

G C May - RAeS Secretary 1985-1988
G.C. May, CEng, MIProdE, MRAeS, RAeS Secretary 1985-1988. Date: 1985

Ronald John Kennett AFAIa FIMgt FRAeS (1935-2019)
Ronald John Kennett, AFAIa, FIMgt, FRAeS, (1935- ), RAeS Director 1988-1998. Date: 1935

Sheila Scott (1927-1988)
Sheila Scott, 1927-1988, sitting on the nose of her Piper Comanche, G-ATOY. Date: 1927

Mini 1988

Mini Cooper 1988

Ferrari F40, 1988, Red
Ferrari F40 1988 Red

Ferrari 328, 1988, Red
Ferrari 328 1988 Red

Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante 6. 3-litre, 1988, Green, dark
Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante 6.3-litre 1988 Green dark

Jaguar Lister Le Mans, 1988, Blue, dark
Jaguar Lister Le Mans 1988 Blue dark

Destroying a ballistic missile C016 / 7646
Arms reduction. Explosion as the body of a RSD-10 Pioneer ballistic missile is destroyed as part of an arms reduction agreement. The explosion is from the solid fuel used in its rocket motor

Destroying a ballistic missile C016 / 7647
Arms reduction. Explosion as the body of a RSD-10 Pioneer ballistic missile is destroyed as part of an arms reduction agreement. The explosion is from the solid fuel used in its rocket motor

Circuit board from Phobos probe
Mars exploration. A circuit board used on one of the two Phobos spacecraft sent to Mars by the Soviet Union in 1988. Phobos 1 launched on 7 July but failed en route to Mars

Monino air force museum, Russia C016 / 8384
Monino air force museum. View of aircraft preserved at the Monino Air Force Museum, just outside Moscow, Russia. In the foreground are three fighter aircraft from the Second World War

Chemistry lab C013 / 9130
Chemistry lab. Researcher in a physical and organic chemistry laboratory. Photographed in Minsk, Belarus

Sauropod excavation, 1988
Team cleaning exposed elements of the fore and hind limbs of a Sauropod dinosaur in Niger, 1988

Dinosaur excavation, Niger 1988
Hessian bandage, cut into strips and lightly coated in a thin mixture of plaster, being applied to the tissue covered bone

LFCDA-LFB Thermal image camera (TIC) in use
A thermal image camera was deployed at this major building collapse in SW London to help in the search for survivors trapped in the debris

ANTARCTICA: OZONE, 1988. A graphic showing the variations in ozone over the Antarctic between 1984 and 1988

Police Convalescent Home near Goring-on-Thames, Oxon
Exterior view of the Police Convalescent Home, known as Flint House, near Goring-on-Thames, South Oxfordshire. It was officially opened by the Queen Mother in 1988

London Tourist Bus
Tourists on the top deck of an open=topped tourist bus in central London. Date: 1988

Oyster Shell and Pearls
Oyster shells and pearls. Date: 1988

Major General Michael J H Walsh Chief Scout
Major General Michael J. H. Walsh, Chief Scout. Date: 1988

Vladimir Lapygin, Soviet rocket engineer
Vladimir Lavrentyevich Lapygin (born 1925), Soviet rocket engineer, talking at a meeting. Lapygin was one of the principal designers of the automatic control units for Soviet missiles and spacecraft

Boris Kadomtsev, Soviet nuclear physicist
Boris Borisovich Kadomtsev (1928-1998), Soviet nuclear physicist, talking with a colleague (not seen). Kadomtsev was a pioneer in nuclear fusion research

Boris Gubanov, Soviet rocket engineer
Boris Ivanovich Gubanov (1930-1999), Soviet rocket engineer. Gubanov worked at the Yangel design bureau, and was First Deputy Chief Designer and General Designer from 1972 to 1982

Gulf of Papua deltas, satellite image
River deltas, Papua New Guinea, satellite image. North is at top. The rivers, flowing from inland through dense jungle and vast swamp plains (green)

Desert in Chad from space
Sahara Desert in Chad seen from space. A sandstorm is seen at upper centre (white) over the Djourab region. The winds in this region blow predominantly towards the south-west

Missile being destroyed in Kazakhstan
Disarmament. Explosion caused by the destruction of a missile at a site in Kazakhstan. The fireball comes from the solid-fuel rocket engine of the missile

Buran space shuttle before flight
The Energiya space rocket system comprising a launch vehicle and the Buran reusable shuttle

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"1988: A Year of Iconic Moments and Timeless Classics" In 1988, the world witnessed a myriad of captivating events that left an indelible mark on history. From the mysterious Bigfoot film captured in 1967 to the enchanting performances of Margot Fonteyn and Rudolph Nureyev, this year was filled with intrigue and artistry. One cannot forget the brilliant portrayal of Sherlock Holmes by Jeremy Brett in "The Hound of the Baskervilles. " His impeccable acting skills brought this iconic character to life, captivating audiences worldwide. Meanwhile, headlines were buzzing with sensational stories like "Sunday Sport - World War Two Bomber Found on Moon, " leaving people both bewildered and fascinated by its audacious claims. On a lighter note, automotive enthusiasts marveled at the sleek design of the Lamborghini Countach 5000QV in its striking white color. Its powerful engine roared through streets as it became a symbol of luxury and speed. Film lovers rejoiced during the London Film Festival when they caught sight of its vibrant poster showcasing cinematic brilliance from around the globe. It was a celebration of creativity that transported viewers into different worlds. Sports aficionados were enthralled by McLaren-Honda MP4-4 F1 car driven by legendary racer Ayrton Senna at Goodwood FOS '09. The sheer power and precision displayed on those tracks left spectators breathless with admiration for these incredible machines. Automobile enthusiasts also reveled in other classics like Opel Manta and Saab 900 Turbo released in 1988. These cars embodied elegance, performance, and innovation that defined an era. Music lovers found solace in Bruce Springsteen's electrifying performance alongside The E Street Band at Villa Park in England's Midlands region. Their harmonious melodies echoed through stadiums, uniting fans under one roof while creating memories that would last a lifetime.