Effort Collection (#37)

Araucana chick emerges from its broken shell

Chick breaking out of its shell

Fowl chicks first attempts at breaking through the shell

1 day old Lamb (Ovis aries) struggling to stand

Baker kneads dough C017 / 1276
Baker kneads bread dough in a bakery

Motivation in the work place, artwork F007 / 0261
Motivation in the work place, conceptual artwork

Long jumper
Long jump. A Latvian athlete, Ineta Radevica, seen in mid-air while competing in the long jump. Photographed at the 2010 European Championships at Barcelona, Spain

Hammer thrower
Hammer throwing. A Russian athlete, Tatiana Lysenko, seen throwing their hammer at the Russian National Championships in 2010

High-jumper
High jump. A British athlete, Martyn Bernard, crossing the bar during the high jump event. Photographed at the 2010 European Athletics Championship at Barcelona, Spain

Visually-impaired child drawing
Visual impairment. A visually-impaired child seen drawing a car. Photographed at the Special Boarding School No.5 in Moscow, Russia, in 2010

Sprinters. Three athletes seen during a 100 metre sprint race. From left to right they are: Ryan Harlan (USA), Alexei Drozhdov (Russia) and Thomas van der Plaetsen (Belgium)

Sprinters leaving their blocks
Sprinters. Eight athletes captured leaving the blocks at the start of a 100 metre sprint race. Third from right is Usain Bolt (Jamaica)

Climber on Monte Rosa Duforspitze, 4634m, highest peak in Switzerland, Zermatt, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Climber on the summit of the Matterhorn, 4478m, Zermatt, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Hikers on the Matterhorn, Zermatt, Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Black Bear (Ursus americanus) sow climbing a tree, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America, North America

Blitz in London -- St Bride Street, Farringdon Street, WW2
Blitz in London -- St Bride Street and Farringdon Street, with firefighters at work in a smoky atmosphere and pedestrians walking by

Advert for Imperial Chemical Industries; shortage of paper
During World War Two, the growing shortage of paper from overseas meant that the daily papers shrinked in size. Britains public was encouraged to save every scrap of paper

Advert for Imperial Chemical Industries; shortage of rubber
During World War Two, Britain got 90% of their suppies of natural rubber from Japan, due to this, rubber became scarce. Old rubber was collected from old tyres and worn hose-pipes

Making bombs out of wrought iron gates 1943
Production for victory. This advert is for The motor Industry who helped to make wrought iron gates into weapons for the Second World War effort. 1943

Advert for buying Defence Bonds in WW2 1941
Advert issued by The National Savings Committee, london. When the axis crumbles before the thunder of British tanks, will you be able to say.... I played my part to the full. Buy 3% Defence Bonds

Advert for money for the Y. M. C. A 1942
This advert from The National Service Fund, is asking people to send a cheque to the Y.M.C.A, to help provide mobile canteens, so that when the fighting-forces return from their hazardous trips

Advert for buying 3% savings bonds in WW2 1942

Advert for The National Savings Committee 1940
This year make your holiday weeks National Savings Week ! In 1940 The National Savings Committee asked that the general public put aside the thought of going away on holiday

American Beaver TOM 609 Diving underwater transporting limb back to lodge area for winter food - Wyoming This is one of
TOM-609 American BEAVER - carrying wood back to lodge for winter food Wyoming, USA Castor canadensis This is one of many canals the beaver has dug

Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, Arizona. USA. Hiker on cross-bedded sandstone. South Coyote Buttes. Paria-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness. MR

Argentina, Jujuy, Tilcara, bakery delivery

Impala, Aepyceros melampus, Mara River, Kenya

Slapstick bike race
SILENT FILM STILL. Slapstick bike race

Zermatt, Canton Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Blitz in London -- mobile kitchen serving meals to AFS, WW2
Blitz in London -- a mobile kitchen serving meals to AFS, firefighters. These vehicles were donated to Britains fire services for the war effort by the Canadian Red Cross

Donation by Canadian Red Cross to NFS, WW2
A canteen van/mobile kitchen on display at Londons Regional Headquarters, Lambeth SE1. It was one of many donated by Canadas Red Cross as part of the War Effort

London Fire Brigade canteen van used as publicity vehicle
Seen here at Brigade headquarters, Lambeth, the canteen van has been converted into a publicity vehicle during a recruitment drive for much needed auxiliary firefighters

Emprunt National. Societe Generale. Pour le supreme effort. A French soldier strangling the Imperial eagle. Date 1918. Emprunt National. Societe Generale. Pour le supreme effort

Together we win. Laborer carrying hammer, marching between a seaman and soldier on dock. Date 191-

L Emprunt des Dernieres Cartouches. Francais, encore un effort... !. A man and a little girl in a trench handing a box of cartridges and a grenade up to a soldier who is on the front line. Date 1917

Un dernier effort et on l aura. American soldiers climbing up a rock. Perched on top of rock is the Imperial eagle and the Iron Cross

The British Empire at War: The growth between 1914 - 1916
An Illustration attempting to reflect the growth of the British Army, Navy, overseas and the industrial forces, during the years 1914 - 1916

Good Cheers, Women war work, World War II by Helen McKie
Jolly illustration by Helen McKie showing a female ATS worker serving cups of tea to a sailor, an airman and a soldier during World War II. Date: c.1940

Peter F. Dailey in John J. McNallys happiest effort, The night clerk. Date c1895

You re Splendid Dad by Helen McKie - World War II
A young woman on a motorbike stops to offer her admiration to her father (or just an older male acquaintance) who twiddles his moustache while in Home Guard uniform

Advert for The Ministry of Food 1941
Don t waste it, advert during the Second World War for not wasting food. Cheap and nourishing, ways of cooking potatoes in a varity of appetising

Japanese Imperial Princesses making bandages during the Russo-Japanese War. Date: circa 1905

Women at Army Cookery School, 1939
A merry moment during peeling onions with the new Army cooks at an Army cookery school in the south of England in the early weeks of World War II. Date: 1939

Land Army Girls carry milk pails, 1939
Two women at the Cheshire School of Agriculture pictured carrying milk pails to the dairy. Here, Womens Land Army volunteers learnt all classes of farm work from feeding pigs to milking the cows

The Supply Council, Second World War, 1939
The first meeting of the Supply Council, set up on 21 September 1939. When the ministry was set up under the Ministry of Supply Act 1939 it became responsible for the administration of the Royal

Trainee milkmaids, Womens Land Army, 1939
Trainee milkmaids working at Plumpton Agricultural College as recruits to the Womenss Land Army, some of whom previously worked in London stores. Date: 1939

Children collecting paper to aid war effort, Walton, Essex
This group of children at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, have collected paper and cardboard for salvage to support the war effort. circa 1940

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"Effort: A Powerful Force That Shapes History and Inspires Generations" In the midst of World War II, a captivating poster emerged, boldly declaring "We shall not flag. " It symbolized the unwavering determination of nations to stand strong against adversity. Similarly, Winston Churchill's resolute speeches echoed through time, reminding us that effort is essential in times of crisis. Just as a crew team rows together with synchronized strength and unity, their efforts exemplify the power of teamwork. The Atlantic salmon leaping on its upstream migration embodies relentless perseverance against all odds in nature's grand cycle. During the First World War, women united under the Women's Institute banner to contribute their skills and efforts towards supporting their communities. Their activities showcased resilience and resourcefulness amidst chaos. German propaganda posters from World War I urged citizens to give their utmost for victory. These images served as reminders that collective they are shape destinies during tumultuous times. The iconic WWII poster "To Victory – With Our Help" rallied nations behind a common cause. It emphasized how individual contributions could lead to triumph when combined with collective action. In 1948 Olympics' 10, 000-meter race, athletes pushed themselves beyond limits—exhibiting sheer dedication and unyielding effort in pursuit of glory for themselves and their countries. Italian recruitment posters during World War II called upon individuals to join forces—a testament to how personal commitment fuels larger endeavors during challenging periods. Even humble creatures like dung beetles demonstrate extraordinary effort by tirelessly pushing balls of dung—an inspiring reminder that every contribution matters regardless of size or stature. Leatherback turtle hatchlings embarking on an arduous journey across sandy beaches epitomize determination against daunting obstacles—an embodiment of courage born out of pure instinctual effort. Knitting instruction booklets created specifically for RAF personnel during WWII highlight how even seemingly small acts can make significant differences when everyone puts forth dedicated efforts towards a shared goal. Coal mining, as depicted by G. H.