Erecting Collection (page 4)

1960s DIY Date: 1960

Putting up a Marquee
Workmen erecting a fairground marquee. Date: early 1930s

Erecting the double bottom of a ship, WW1
Erecting the double bottom of a ship during the First World War. Date: 1917

Romans Building a Fort
Roman soldiers building a fort, during the campaigns against the Alemanni - erecting stockades, brick walls and columns Date: 1st/2nd centuries AD

German Workers Re-erecting a Free Passage Sign, Berlin, 19
Photograph showing German workers re-erecting a Russian and German sign declaring Free Passage on the border between West Berlin and the Soviet Sector at the end of the Berlin Blockade, May 1949

Paris Tour Eiffel
Workers erecting the Tour Eiffel

Amundsens Antarctic Expedition pitching camp, 1911
Photograph showing members of the Amundsen Antarctic Expedition of 1910-12 erecting their tent near Axel Heibergs Glacier, Antarctica, 1911

Marconis new movable radio-telegraphic station, designed by Marquis Solari, Signor Marconis secretary. The station was used for traction or for generating electricity for wireless telegraphy

Erecting the Funnels
Erecting the funnels of a steamship in a British shipyard

France / Archae / Menhir
ERECTING A MEGALITH This could well be the way in which the menhirs of Brittany were manoeuvred into place, according to French archaeologists

15th Century Workpeople
Three carpenters are erecting the frame of a building, when this old lady comes up to them begging... Date: 15th century

Base camp on Huayna Potosi, Cordillera Real, Bolivia, South America

British Carrier 1921
An improvised carrier - the Royal Navys aeroplane carrier is unmistakeably the result of erecting a landing deck over a conventional ship

Reindeer Breeders
Reindeer breeders of the Tunguska region of central Siberia, erecting their tent for the night

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From the AE Erecting Shop in 1927 to the construction of Lenin's mausoleum, erecting structures has always been a testament to human ingenuity and efficiency. During World War Two, the Auxiliary Military Pioneer Corps played a vital role in erecting Nissen Huts for various purposes. In 1945, the building of prefabricated houses showcased remarkable speed as they were erected within just three hours. The AE Erecting Shop, established in 1927, stands as a symbol of craftsmanship and dedication. Swindon Works offered a mesmerizing view during the 1930s with its bustling activity and ongoing erection projects. Even the Royal Navy took part in erecting an awning, showcasing their versatility beyond maritime duties. However, it was on Red Square where history unfolded with both Lenin's mausoleum and its temporary counterpart being meticulously constructed. Post-World War Two reconstruction saw temporary buildings taking shape at Bristol Aeroplane Company's factory at Barwell in 1947. These structures served as beacons of hope amidst rebuilding efforts. Throughout time, whether it be constructing Nissen Huts or iconic landmarks like Lenin's mausoleum, humanity has proven that we can rise above challenges by skillfully erecting structures that stand strong against adversity.