Climb Collection (#9)

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Leonardo Iezzi

Battle of Corinth, 1862 (colour litho)
PNP263306 Battle of Corinth, 1862 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederate assault on Battery Robinett; flag bearer with a revolver;)

In haste (colour litho)
3641630 In haste (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In haste. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The dramas of the mountains, an alpine climb in Bardonecchia ended tragically (colour litho)
2815039 The dramas of the mountains, an alpine climb in Bardonecchia ended tragically (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dramas of the mountains)

Tragic Alpine ascension, a great lawyer from Grenoble who falls from the mountain together... (colour litho)
2815471 Tragic Alpine ascension, a great lawyer from Grenoble who falls from the mountain together... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Unfortunate heroism, four brave people who find death in order to help each other... (colour litho)
2815439 Unfortunate heroism, four brave people who find death in order to help each other... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unfortunate heroism)

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China, Sichuan Province, Chengdu, Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding (Ailuropoda melanoleuca, endangered). Young giant panda resting comfortably in a tree

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Northern Tamandua or anteater (Tamandua mexicana) climbs a tree in search for food within the rainforest of Corcovado National Park

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Close up of a Brown-throated Sloth and her baby hanging from a tree branch in Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica Date: 22-01-2018

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Close up of a Brown-throated Sloth and her baby hanging from a tree branch in Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica Date: 22-01-2018

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Eastern Fox Squirrel (Sciurus niger) on tree trunk Date: 19/11/2012

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Central America, Honduras, Bay Islands, Roatan, Spider Monkey (Ateles geoffroyi) eating tortilla chip. Captive. (PR) Date: 22/11/2011

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Brown Howler Monkey, (Alouatta fusca), endangered, feeding in trees, Caratinga Biological Reserve, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Date: 17/02/2005

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Maned Sloth, (Bradypus torquatus), endangered, Atlantic Forest, Bahia State, SE Brazil. Date: 17/02/2005

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Maned Sloth (Bradypus torquatus) Endangered, Atlantic Forest, Brazil Date: 15/02/2005

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Maned Sloth (Bradypus torquatus) Endangered, Atlantic Forest, Brazil Date: 15/02/2005

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Matschie's Tree Kangaroo, (Dendrolagus matschiei), in a tree, Papua New Guinea. Date: 17/02/2005

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Pygmy Marmoset, (Cebuella pygmaea), captive, Amazon basin. Date: 17/02/2005

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Cinnamon colored black bear in tree in Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta Canada Date: 26/08/2004

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Cinnamon colored black bear in aspen tree in Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta Canada Date: 26/08/2004

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Koala, (Phascolarctos cinereus), endangered, South Australia. Date: 17/02/2005

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Koala, Australia ( Phascolarctos cinereus ) Date: 18/03/2005

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Bhutanese Guide at Sophu Lake with view of Mt. Jichu Drake on Jhomalari trek, Bhutan. Date: 22/10/2005

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Antarctic Peninsula, Neko Harbour. Gentoo Penguins (Pygoscelis papua) on what is called the penguin highway, a path leading uphill towards the nesting sites. Date: 11/09/2007

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Antarctic Peninsula, Neko Harbour. Gentoo Penguins (Pygoscelis papua) on what is called the penguin highway, a path leading uphill towards the nesting sites. Date: 11/09/2007

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Chacma baboons, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia. Date: 23/04/2009

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Africa, Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Juvenile Mountain Gorilla (Gorilla gorilla beringei) climbing tree branch in rainforest Date: 19/02/2005

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Africa, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Jozani Forest - Chwaka Bay National Park, Kirk's Red Colobus Monkey (Procolobus kirkii) on low tree branch Date: 19/02/2005

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Africa, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Jozani Forest - Chwaka Bay National Park, Kirk's Red Colobus Monkey (Procolobus kirkii) on low tree branch Date: 19/02/2005

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Africa, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Jozani Forest - Chwaka Bay National Park, Kirk's Red Colobus Monkey (Procolobus kirkii) on low tree branch Date: 19/02/2005

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Grey Frog, (Chiromantis xerampelina), Kruger NP, South Africa. Date: 17/02/2005

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Mountain gorillas, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda. Date: 23/04/2009

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Mountain gorillas, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda. Date: 23/04/2009

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Africa, Namibia, Namib Naukluft National Park, Hikers climb massive red sand dune overlooking Sossusvlei at dawn Date: 19/02/2005

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Namibia, Sossusvlei. Big Mama Dune at Sossusvlei. Date: 05/02/2009

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White-footed lepilemur (Lepilemur leucopus), Perinet Reserve, Toamasina, Madagascar Date: 14/05/2008

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Ring tailed lemur (Lemur catta), Berenty National park, Toliara, Madagascar Date: 14/05/2008

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Bamboo lemur in the bamboo forest, Madagascar Date: 14/05/2008

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Brown lemur (Eulemur fulvus) in the forest, Perinet Reserve, Toamasina, Madagascar Date: 14/05/2008

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Brown Lemur, Eulemur fulvus, in a tree in Madagascar. Date: 08/02/2006

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Colobus monkey in the natural forest on the road between Jimma and Mizan Teferi, Ethiopia. Date: 05/03/2005

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Vervet monkey and infant, Okavango Delta, Botswana. Date: 23/04/2009

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Leopard, Okavango Delta, Botswana. Date: 23/04/2009

The bravery
Bing Li

Scotts Bunker, Polygon Wood, Belgium
The bunker is just behind the New Zealand National Memorial, though one needs to climb a small wall to visit it from there

Page 41. The Flying Lizard. 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670013 Page 41. The Flying Lizard. 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Puzzle (colour litho)
5990907 Puzzle (colour litho) by Valda, Salvator (c.1880-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puzzle. Illustration for Naval Sketches by Salvator Valda and Henry Hunt RN (Simpkin, Marshall)

Page 14. The Sloth;a Species of Wild Cat, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5669984 Page 14. The Sloth; a Species of Wild Cat, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

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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.