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Climb Collection (#33)

"Climbing to New Heights: From Mallory and Irvine at the Second Step to Hillary and Tensing on Mount Everest" Embarking on a treacherous journey

Background imageClimb Collection: Panama, Colon Province, Three-toed sloth (Bradypus tridactylus) climbs through dense

Panama, Colon Province, Three-toed sloth (Bradypus tridactylus) climbs through dense grass in rainforest along Gatun Lake

Background imageClimb Collection: Tikal, Guatemala: Tikal Maya Ruins, Pyramid #1

Tikal, Guatemala: Tikal Maya Ruins, Pyramid #1

Background imageClimb Collection: Tikal, Guatemala: Tikal Maya Ruins

Tikal, Guatemala: Tikal Maya Ruins

Background imageClimb Collection: Europe, Italy, Liguria, Levanto. Roadway

Europe, Italy, Liguria, Levanto. Roadway

Background imageClimb Collection: Europe, France, Paris. Broad steps lead to Sacre Coeur in Paris, France

Europe, France, Paris. Broad steps lead to Sacre Coeur in Paris, France

Background imageClimb Collection: Hiker on Carthew Summit Trail in Wateton Lakes National Park in Alberta, Canada (MR)

Hiker on Carthew Summit Trail in Wateton Lakes National Park in Alberta, Canada (MR)

Background imageClimb Collection: New Zealand, South Island, Potts Range. NOLS course climbing an unnamed peak (elevation 2034m)

New Zealand, South Island, Potts Range. NOLS course climbing an unnamed peak (elevation 2034m). (MR)

Background imageClimb Collection: Indoor Ice Climbing, Hukawai Glacier Centre, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, South Island

Indoor Ice Climbing, Hukawai Glacier Centre, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageClimb Collection: Australia, Kangaroo Island. Koala in eucalypytus tree

Australia, Kangaroo Island. Koala in eucalypytus tree

Background imageClimb Collection: Bali, Indonesia. A local pig farm

Bali, Indonesia. A local pig farm

Background imageClimb Collection: Asia, China, Sichuan Province. Giant Panda in winter snow at Wolong Nature Reserve

Asia, China, Sichuan Province. Giant Panda in winter snow at Wolong Nature Reserve

Background imageClimb Collection: Ring-tailed Lemur, (Lemur catta), in Octopus Tree, feeding on Didierceae, Spiny Forest

Ring-tailed Lemur, (Lemur catta), in Octopus Tree, feeding on Didierceae, Spiny Forest, SW Madagascar

Background imageClimb Collection: Crowned Lemur, (Eulemur coronatus), Male, Ankarana National Park, Madagascar

Crowned Lemur, (Eulemur coronatus), Male, Ankarana National Park, Madagascar

Background imageClimb Collection: Black and White Ruffed Lemur, (Varecia variegata), Mantadia Nat. park, Madagascar

Black and White Ruffed Lemur, (Varecia variegata), Mantadia Nat. park, Madagascar

Background imageClimb Collection: Paarl, South Africa. Fairview winery, goat tower. Producers of Goats du Roam wine

Paarl, South Africa. Fairview winery, goat tower. Producers of Goats du Roam wine

Background imageClimb Collection: Africa, Namibia, Sossusvlei. Climbers ascending giant red dune

Africa, Namibia, Sossusvlei. Climbers ascending giant red dune

Background imageClimb Collection: MOROCCO, Tafilalt, MERZOUGA: Erg Chebbi Dunes (up to 400 ft in height) sunset

MOROCCO, Tafilalt, MERZOUGA: Erg Chebbi Dunes (up to 400 ft in height) sunset

Background imageClimb Collection: Africa, Madagascar. Black and white ruffed lemur (Varecia Variegata Variegata)

Africa, Madagascar. Black and white ruffed lemur (Varecia Variegata Variegata)

Background imageClimb Collection: Africa, Madagascar, Berenty. Verreauxs sifaka (Propithecus v. verriauxi)

Africa, Madagascar, Berenty. Verreauxs sifaka (Propithecus v. verriauxi)

Background imageClimb Collection: Africa, Madagascar, Berenty Reserve. Verreaux Sifaka (Propithecus verreauxi verreauxi)

Africa, Madagascar, Berenty Reserve. Verreaux Sifaka (Propithecus verreauxi verreauxi)

Background imageClimb Collection: Staircase inside the 19th century British lighthouse on Daedalus Reef (Abu el-Kizan)

Staircase inside the 19th century British lighthouse on Daedalus Reef (Abu el-Kizan), Red Sea, Egypt

Background imageClimb Collection: MFB (London) station ladder drill

MFB (London) station ladder drill
Metropolitan firefighters taking part in ladder drill. Both large ladders are wheel escapes and the ladder on the right has an extension to give it additional height

Background imageClimb Collection: Children climbing up a wheeled escape ladder

Children climbing up a wheeled escape ladder

Background imageClimb Collection: Firefighters using a wheeled ladder escape

Firefighters using a wheeled ladder escape

Background imageClimb Collection: LCC-LFB Warehouse fire

LCC-LFB Warehouse fire
A firefighter climbing a 50 foot wheeled escape towards a colleague already in the burning warehouse. A hose line is lying on the ladder

Background imageClimb Collection: LFB Southwark fire station and Brigade HQ, SE1

LFB Southwark fire station and Brigade HQ, SE1
View of the headquarters building of the London Fire Brigade with an extended turntable ladder on the right. The site was developed in 1911 when the present Southwark fire station was opened

Background imageClimb Collection: LCC-LFB - Junior firemen training scheme

LCC-LFB - Junior firemen training scheme
The Junior Firemen was created in the latter days of the London County Council. Boys aged 16 to 17 were eligible to join the scheme

Background imageClimb Collection: LCC-LFB Aftermath of a church fire, Avenue Road NW3

LCC-LFB Aftermath of a church fire, Avenue Road NW3
The roof of a church which has been seriously damaged by a fire, with crews starting to cut away and damp down

Background imageClimb Collection: LCC-LFB Commercial building fire, Avery Hardoll, Eltham

LCC-LFB Commercial building fire, Avery Hardoll, Eltham
LFB firefighters in action at a commercial building fire at Avery Hardoll, Eltham, SE London. The fire started in a former shop and dwelling which had been converted into a commercial undertaking

Background imageClimb Collection: Walker passing through wildflower meadow, near Long Marston, Hertfordshire, England, may

Walker passing through wildflower meadow, near Long Marston, Hertfordshire, England, may




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"Climbing to New Heights: From Mallory and Irvine at the Second Step to Hillary and Tensing on Mount Everest" Embarking on a treacherous journey, Mallory and Irvine fearlessly conquered the Second Step of Mount Everest in 1924, leaving an indelible mark on mountaineering history. In a different kind of climb, comedic duo Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy hilariously stumbled through James Parrott's Night Owls (1930), bringing laughter to audiences as they navigated their way out of hilarious predicaments. Venturing off the beaten path, adventurers set foot on the Road to Blencathra, embracing nature's challenges with every step they take towards conquering this majestic peak. Amidst chaos and danger, brave firefighters from LCC-LFB battled a serious house fire in Notting Hill. Their unwavering determination allowed them to rise above adversity and protect lives amidst raging flames. As dusk settled over Zermatt in Switzerland, spectators were treated to a breathtaking view at sunset - where the Matterhorn stood tall as a testament to human resilience and our innate desire for conquest. At Brigade HQ SE1, recruit firefighters underwent rigorous training exercises under the watchful eye of experienced mentors. Each practice drill brought them closer to becoming heroes who would face any challenge head-on. With precision and agility, firefighters honed their skills during hook ladder practice sessions. These unsung heroes epitomized bravery as they prepared themselves for life-saving missions that required scaling great heights. Tourists flocked eagerly to Dunns River Falls; cascading waters acting as both obstacle and allure. With each daring ascent up these natural steps carved by time itself, visitors embraced adventure while forging unforgettable memories. Inspired by legends like George Leigh Mallory (1886-1924), aspiring climbers pushed beyond limits known only by those who dared dream big. They embodied his spirit of perseverance while striving for greatness against all odds.