Brake Collection (#5)

Suffragette Demonstration W. S. P. U London 1908
A photo of a suffragette demonstration by the W.S.P.U through London in 1908. Mrs Pankhurst, Mary Clarke (Her sister), Charlotte Marsh and Jessie Kenney are seated in the brake

Vincenzo Lancia - Italian Motor Engineer and pilot
Vincenzo Lancia (18811937) - an Italian pilot, engineer and founder of the Motor Company Lancia. Pictured in a Fiat Motorcar Date: circa 1908

Open Footplate by Day
Bearded driver and young stoker on the open footplate : the caption reads Safety is of the Lord but our driver prudently keeps his hand on the brake-handle. Date: 1860s

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA - George Westinghouse Memorial
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA - Memorail to George Westinghouse (American entrepreneur and engineer who invented the railway air brake and was a pioneer of the electrical industry) at Schenley Park

Pedate-leaved brake fern, Pteris pedata or Doryopteris pedata.. Illustration drawn by William Jackson Hooker, engraved by Swan

Bethlehem, White Mountains, New Hampshire, USA -- a morning start on a mountain brake. People riding in a carriage drawn by eight horses. Date: circa 1908

Man at the wheel of a car
A man at the wheel of a rather smart-looking early car

Illustration of bicycle V-brake, brake pads being squeezed against the rim increasing friction

Illustration of bicycle V-brakes

BRAKE INSPECTION, 1939. Young man examining brakes of a pick-up truck which will take a family to California from Muskogee, Oklahoma. Photograph by Russell Lee, July 1939

Brake of a wagon

Schooling a Pair in a Brake at Lucass Yard, Clerkenwell Signed and dated, lower left: " J Pollard 1818", James Pollard, 1792-1867, British

European Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus) marking its territory, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Wheels of a freight train

PANAMA: CANAL ZONE, c1910. The school at Empire in the Canal Zone, built for the children of American civilian employees. Postcard, c1910

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A boy pulling the brake on a motor train filled with coal inside a mine in Gary, West Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1908

Antique illustration of man riding horse

Ferrari 458 Speciale, 2014, Red, with stripes
Ferrari 458 Speciale 2014 Red with stripes

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From vintage railways to modern automobiles, the 'brake' plays a crucial role in ensuring safety and control. Step into history with Passenger Brake Third Carriage No. 5528 and Brake Composite Carriage No. 7061, witnessing the evolution of braking systems over time. Discover the significance of Passenger Brake Van No. 147, designed for efficient parcel transportation on trains, while exploring the intriguing Toad Brake Van's internal view. Time seems to vanish as you delve into different eras - from classic Audi TTS Germany showcasing advanced brake technology to ancient charcoal workers relying on their own human-powered brakes for survival. Amidst this journey through time, marvel at nature's wonders like the delicate Pteris fern that resembles a graceful brake mechanism. Experience the adrenaline rush as you encounter Dead Man's Handle - a gripping reminder of how critical they are in emergency situations. Immerse yourself once again in the world of Toad Brake Vans, understanding their vital role in railway operations. Whether it be historical relics or cutting-edge innovations, one thing remains constant: they are an indispensable part of our lives, safeguarding us every step of the way.