Direction Collection (#87)

Cape Byron Lighthouse, Cape Byron (Australias Most Easterly Point), New South Wales, Australia

Clarence Head Lighthouse, Yamba, New South Wales, Australia

Traffic on M27 Motorway junction slip road

Driver doubt / W H Robinson
When a point-duty policeman is encountered whos hand gestures are difficult to interpret, a driver can carry, attached to the front of his car, a large query-mark or queston mark (in solid tin)

Lighthouse North Rustico Harbour, Rustico Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

New London Lighthouse, New London, Prince Edward Island, Canada, North America

Shipwreck Point Lighthouse, Naufrage, Prince Edward Island, Canada, North America

East Point Lighthouse, East Point, Prince Edward Island, Canada, North America

Panmure Head Lighthouse, Panmure Island, Prince Edward Island, Canada, North America

Queen Ena of Spain as a nurse
Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain, formerly Princess Ena of Battenberg (1887-1969), second child and only daughter of Princess Beatrice

The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Native soldiers surprised
A night alarm during sentry duty during the 2nd Ashanti War. Native soldiers eyes wide with fear tread softly in the direction of danger

SS Patrol searching Civilians, Warsaw, 1944
Illustration showing a German SS Patrol searching Polish civilians, for weapons and documents, in a Warsaw street, 1944. This drawing was made during the Second World War by Captain Bryan de Grineau

Upper Fire-Hole, Yellowstone National Park, 1874
Engraving showing the Upper Fire-Hole, viewed from the direction of the Old Faithful geyser, Yellowstone National Park, 1874

Attempting Clairvoyance
Frederick Marion - real name Josef Kraus - Czech stage magician, attempts clairvoyance on the contents of a tin under the direction of Harry Price

Policeman Directs Lady
A friendly young policeman points a middle-aged lady in the right direction

Professor Myers Air Bicycle, 1891
Photograph of Professor Carl Myers Air Bicycle being demonstrated at Congress Springs, Saratoga, 1891. The balloon above the rider was filled with hydrogen gas

The Twin Steam-Ship Gemini, 1850
Engraving of the twin steam ship Gemini, designed by Peter Borrie and built in 1850. The ship was fitted with two rudders and two steering positions

British Lifeboat C1880
A lifeboat of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution - it is equipped with a sail to assist the oarsmen if the wind is in a favourable direction

Diagram showing the circulation of the blood
A diagram showing the circulation of the blood, with veins, arteries and capillaries

Scandinavian Ships 1555
A Scandinavian warship massively armed with cannons pointing in every direction

Cattle in Stream
Five cows drink from a stream, while a flock of sheep head in their direction from the village whose church spire can be seen in the distance

Destination board, Spitzbergen, Bareninsel, Svalbard, Norway, Arctic, Scandinavia, Europe

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Vernadsky Research Base (Akademik Vernadsky) is an Ukrainian Antarctic Station at Marina Point on Galindez Island in the Argentine Islands, Antarctica

Aerial image of M25 and M23 Motorway Junction, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chicago and Michigan Avenue signposts with the Historic Water Tower behind, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, North America

Highway 24 by the Castle, Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

Road through the Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon), Atacama Desert, Norte Grande, Chile, South America

Metra rail system, station sign in the style of the Paris Metro, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, North America

North Michigan Avenue and Chicago Avenue signpost, The Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, North America

Route 66 Museum, Clinton, Oklahoma, United States of America, North America

Fulton Ferry Historic District street signs, DUMBO, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

An old lane almost overtaken by grass in a field near Peterchurch, Golden Valey, Herefordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Garden chairs for pedestrians in Times Square, Midtown, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Hawthorn trees bent by the prevailing wind on Humphrey Head Point on Morecambe Bay Cumbria UK
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A Hawthorn tree bent over b ythe prevailing winds on Humphrey Head Point overlooking Morecambe Bay, Cumbria
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A Bent Hawthorn tree on Humphrey Head Point overlooking Morecambe Bay, Cumbria UK
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Memers of Langdale Ambleside mountain rescue team attract a helicopter to an injured walker on Bow Fell in the Lake
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Sign to Seattle, taken on Vashon Island, Washington State, United States of America, North America

Route 163 to Monument Valley, Utah, USA

Spring Street, Soho, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

Michigan Avenue or The Magnificent Mile, famous for its shopping, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Duval Street, Key West, Florida, United States of America, North America

Death Valley, California, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Street signs, State and Commercial Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Louisburg Square, Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Empty road, Wester Ross near Dundonnell, Highlands, Scotland, UK

Profusion of road signs, Ballyvaughan, County Clare, Munster, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Dog follows boy carrying bananas in small community outside Iquitos, Amazon River, Peru, South America

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Embarking on a journey through time and space, these diverse images guide us in the right direction. From JMW Turner's iconic painting 'The Fighting Temeraire' to the ancient Mappa Mundi inked on parchment, we navigate history's vast tapestry. An antique map of Tasmania leads us to uncharted territories, while the Sturgeon Bay Lighthouse stands as a beacon of hope in Door County, Wisconsin. The rugged cliffs and lighthouse at Butt of Lewis remind us that even amidst nature's challenges, guidance is always present. In contrast, a painting showcasing Kim Jong Il and Kim Il Sung reveals an authoritarian direction taken by North Korea. Yet, it serves as a reminder that they can be shaped by ideology too. Fanad Head Lighthouse transports us to Ireland's stunning coastline where light pierces through darkness. A Viking ship silhouette against a sunset sky reminds us of our ancestors' adventurous spirit and their quest for new horizons. Meanwhile, police officers guiding children symbolize protection and nurturing guidance within our communities. Victorian engravings depict maps like the one showcasing Malvern Hills in Worcestershire; they invite exploration into England's picturesque landscapes. Griffiths Island lighthouse invites wanderers to discover its hidden beauty along Australia's coast. Lastly, National Aviation Day Display poster inspires dreams to take flight with its depiction of soaring planes against blue skies – reminding us that sometimes all we need is a little push towards our aspirations. Through artistry and imagery from various corners of the world, these captivating visuals point towards different directions – both literal and metaphorical – inviting us to embark on unique journeys filled with wonderment.