1996 Collection (#74)

Lotus Elise, 1996, Yellow
Lotus Elise 1996 Yellow

Evolution of supernova 1993J, 1993-2000 C016 / 9605
Evolution of supernova 1993J. Radio telescope observations of the expanding shell formed by supernova SN 1993J between May 1993 (top left) and February 2000 (bottom right)

Thrust SSC supersonic car tests C016 / 2052
Thrust SSC supersonic car tests. Testing took place at Farnborough, UK, in October 1996. On October 15th 1997, in the Black Rock Desert, Nevada, USA

Thrust SSC supersonic car and team C016 / 2051
Thrust SSC supersonic car and team. Testing took place here at Farnborough, UK, in 1996. On October 15th 1997, in the Black Rock Desert, Nevada, USA

Scanning electron microscopy C016 / 3816
Scanning electron microscopy. Researcher using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) to characterize samples of various materials

Atomic processing microscopy C016 / 3817
Atomic processing microscopy. Researcher operating an atomic processing microscope (APM). This device is being used to carry out nanoscale characterization of solid-state materials

TOF SIMS spectrometer C016 / 3814
TOF SIMS spectrometer. Time-of-flight (TOF) secondary ion mass spectrometer (SIMS), used to analyse the surfaces of samples of various materials

SIMS surface spectroscopy analysis C016 / 3813
SIMS surface spectroscopy analysis. Researcher using a secondary ion mass spectrometer (SIMS) to carry out surface analysis of various samples

Visit by HM The Queen Mother to Chelsea Fire Station on 4 July 1996, with Chief Fire Officer Robinson, ACO Gill and others

The Power Within
Exhibition of a supermarket in Kobe, Japan during the earthquake of 17 January 1995. Exhibition at the Natural History Museum, London which opened in July 1996

Earth Gallery, Natural History Museum, London
Photographing through a revolving globe in the atrium of the Natural History Museums Earth Galleries, part of the Visions of Earth Exhibition in Gallery 60

Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear V6 1996 in Sand dunes, New South Wales, Australia

Charcoal and Pastel Drawing
ALBERTI, Rafael (1902-1999); CASARES, MarС (1922-1996); ALONSO DE SANTOS, Jos Luis (1942); ALBERTI, Rafael (1902-1999)

Visit by HM The Queen Mother to Chelsea Fire Station on 4 July 1996, with Chief Fire Officer Robinson, ACO Gill and others

LFDCA-LFB Fire investigation unit at a hotel fire
The fire investigation unit would attend both large and small fires. Its specially trained crew would seek to determine the cause of a fire wherever possible

PETER DUNCAN (1964- ). Australian writer and director. Photograph, c1996

NASA: CREW RETURN VEHICLE. Artists concept drawing of the X-38 Crew Return Vehicle, designed by NASA as an emergency vehicle for crew members on the International Space Station

Zoe Ball launching Scout Job Week, London
Zoe Ball launching Scout Job Week near Tower Bridge, London, with a group of Scouts (boys and girls). 1996

Scouts cleaning propeller near Tower Bridge, London
Scouts (boys and girls) cleaning a ships propeller near Tower Bridge, London, during Scout Job Week. 1996

Manchester Cathedral, Lancashire, England. The present cathedral dates from 1215. It was damaged during World War Two air raids and by an I.R.A. bomb in 1996. Date: 1967

Sir William Garth Morrison Chief Scout
Sir William Garth Morrison, Chief Scout. Date: 1996

Planetary nebula NGC 7009
Planetary nebula. Hubble space telescope image of the NGC 7009 planetary nebula around a dying star. The nebula is formed from material ejected by the star at its centre

Hubble telescope image of the Stingray Nebula
Stingray nebula. Hubble telescope light image of the Stingray nebula, the youngest known planetary nebula yet discovered in 1998. A nebula is a cloud of gas and dust

Nuclear submarine, Russia
Nuclear submarine moored in a dock. A nuclear submarine is powered by a nuclear reactor. This allows it to remain underwater for many months, and travel long distances around the world

Suspension bridge construction at sunset. This is the Second Severn Crossing, which opened in 1996 to carry the M4 motorway from England to Wales

Interbol satellites, diagram

Cerise satellite collision, artwork

Mars 96 penetrator, artwork
Mars 96 penetrator. Artwork showing one of the penetrator probes of the Russian Mars 96 mission landing on Mars after being released from orbit

Igor Petryanov-Sokolov, Russian physicist
Soviet physicist-chemist, Hero of Socialist Labor [1971] and Academician Igor Petryanov-Sokolov

Ferrari F50 hardtop

Lamborghini Jalpa

Ferrari F50 Spider 1996 red

Ferrari F50 Italy

BMW 318i Touring

Alfa Romeo 146 Italy

TVR Cerbera 4. 2 Britain
TVR Cerbera 4.2 Britain

1996 Jaguar XK8

Dresden / Frauenkirche
Dresden: Ruins of the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) with a statue of Martin Luther

Men-An-Tol Stones
Men-An-Tol standing stones, Penzance, Cornwall

St Ruans Well - 2
Holy Well of St Ruan, The Lizard, Cornwall 2 of 2

England / Salisbury
The cathedral

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"1996: A Year of Triumphs, Celebrations, and Iconic Moments" Step back in time to the year 1996, a remarkable era filled with unforgettable memories. From the roaring engines of the Caterham Seven British sports car to the luxurious presence of the Range Rover P38A DSE, this was a year that celebrated automotive excellence. In London, film enthusiasts eagerly awaited the release of captivating movies showcased at the prestigious London Film Festival Poster - 1996. Meanwhile, at Crufts 1996, hearts swelled with pride as the Gundog Group Winner stole everyone's attention with its grace and beauty. The Alfa Romeo Spider graced roads across nations, capturing hearts with its timeless design and exhilarating performance. And who could forget Terence Cuneo's masterpiece—the ILN Royal Wedding Number November 1947—immortalizing a momentous occasion for generations to come? Sports fans erupted in joy as Alan Shearer led Newcastle United to an astonishing victory against Manchester United—a resounding 5-0 triumph etched into football history forever. The roar of engines continued on race tracks worldwide as Ferrari unleashed their powerful V10 engine in their iconic F310 model while McLaren's F1 dominated circuits with unrivaled speed. Reflecting on national pride and heritage, The Illustrated London News Festival of Britain issue transported readers back to an era defined by innovation and progress. In Woodmancote, Gloucestershire, a simple yet important message adorned lamp posts—a plea for dog owners to clean up after their furry companions—an obligation now ingrained within UK culture. Finally, Daniel Amokachi and Duncan Ferguson epitomized camaraderie and jubilation as they celebrated together—their shared moments symbolizing unity amidst fierce competition. As we look back on these diverse glimpses into "1996, " it becomes evident that this year encapsulated triumphs in various realms—be it automotive excellence, cinematic brilliance, sporting achievements, or societal responsibility.