Dynamite Collection (#5)

FILM STILL: DYNAMITE, 1929. Conrad Nagel

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Coal miners tamping an explosive charge in a tunnel, 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Shadow drawing. C. H. Bennett, Mr Guy Fox
Mr Guy Fox - Lantern House, Underhand. Seated, holding a book and with a quill behind his ear - but a more famous figure is cast upon his wall...could that be Guy Fawkes with lantern

British and American troops stacking dynamite on the Nijmege
Photograph showing British and American troops stacking dynamite charges against the railing of Nijmegen Bridge, September 1944

The New Queen of the May
The Communist International is the new Queen of the May - wearing garlands for solidarity and the eight hours day, but also for strikes and agitation

Mixing House Girls Rubbing and Mixing Dynamite
Nobel explosives works at Ardeer, Scotland - women mixing dynamite

Mixing Acids Previous to Nitrating
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland

Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Avigliana, Italy

Dynamite at Nobel Works
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland

Packing House: Packing the Dynamite Cartridges into Boxes
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland: putting Dynamite cartridges into boxes

Mixing Dynamite into Cartridges
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland: putting Dynamite into cartridges

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"Dynamite: A Powerful Force in History and Entertainment" From the explosive scenes of Paul Newman as Butch Cassidy in the iconic film "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" to the fiery spirit of Irish Fenian Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa depicted in a captivating cartoon, it has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. In 1910, a hot explosion rocked Perranporth Golf Course in Cornwall, reminding us of both its destructive power and its potential for controlled demolition. This event foreshadowed the devastation witnessed during World War I when Chateau Caulaincourt was destroyed, forever altering the landscape and marking a passage over Somme that would be etched into history. Even suffragettes found inspiration in dynamite's forceful nature. Ruthless rhymes of martial militants echoed their determination as they fought for equality with explosive fervor. The explosions at Houses of Parliament in 1885 served as a stark reminder that sometimes radical actions are taken to ignite change. It also played a pivotal role behind closed doors. In 1884, John Daly alias Denman faced examination at Birkenhead police court where his involvement with this powerful substance came under scrutiny, and is through these moments that we realize how they are shape lives and alter destinies. During times of war, munition workers became unsung heroes harnessing dynamite's might to fuel victory on postcards circulated during World War I. Their tireless efforts symbolized both sacrifice and innovation as they worked tirelessly to arm troops fighting for freedom. Whether it's on-screen or off-screen, dynamite continues to captivate our imagination with its raw power. From Hollywood legends like Paul Newman embodying larger-than-life characters to historical events immortalized through cartoons or court records - it remains clear that dynamite holds an undeniable allure throughout history.