Exertion Collection (page 2)

TUG-OF-WAR / POLICEMEN
A tug o war team digging their heels in at the police sports day at Ember Court. Date: 1940s

RF - Male African lion (Panthera leo) scratching tree at Big Marsh, Nogorongoro Conservation Area / Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. March

A split level photo of group of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) fighting their way upstream as they migrate back to the river of their birth to spawn, trees showing autumnal colours

Snares Crested penguin (Eudyptes robustus) bathing in freshwater pool, Snares Island, New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands. Endemic and vulnerable species

RF- Herring gull (Larus argentatus) in low flight over water, Flatanger, Nord Trondelag, Norway. August

Yellow-eyed penguin (Megadyptes antipodes) walking up a sand dune towards its nest. Otago Peninsula, Otago, South Island, New Zealand. February. Endangered Species

Erect-crested penguins (Eudyptes sclateri) bathing and preening prior to moulting. Antipodes Island, New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands. Endemic to Antipodes and Bounty Islands. Endangered species

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) sow with two juveniles walk along the ice edge during autumn freeze up, Beaufort Sea, off Arctic coast, Alaska

Male Lion (Panthera leo) shaking off water in the rain, Masai-Mara game reserve, Kenya

Red-crowned Cranes (Grus japonensis) displaying and calling in snow, Hokkaido, Japan, February

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising, Sado Estuary, Portugal

Yunnan Snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus bieti) jumping from tree to tree, Ta Chen NP, Yunnan province, China

Young Olive baboons (Papio hamadryas anubis) playing with one hanging from the others tail, Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Red Squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) adult standing on its hind legs. Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, March

RF- Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) howling at sunset (digitally enhanced)

Group of male Common eiders (Somateria mollissima) in flight, Iceland, June

Lioness (Panthera leo) shaking water off after the rain, Masai-Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

Trumpet animalcules (Stentor polymorphus) with algal symbionts (Chlorella), Europe, controlled conditions

Leatherback Turtle Hatchling (Dermochelys coriacea) crossing a beach towards the sea at sunrise, Cayenne, French Guiana, July

RF - Chinstrap Penguins (Pygoscelis antarcticus) once calling, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica Continent

Four Yellow-eyed penguins (Megadyptes antipodes) walking up a sand dune towards their nests, Otago Peninsula, Otago, South Island, New Zealand. September. Endangered Species

Theatre, late 16th / early 17th century. Artist: Jacques Bellange
Theatre, Bellange, Private Collection

Hercules and Cerberus, c1634. Artist: Francisco de Zurbaran
Hercules and Cerberus, c1634. From a private collection

The Procession of the Trojan Horse into Troy, c1760. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
The Procession of the Trojan Horse into Troy, c1760. From the National Gallery, London

Climbing the Eiffel Tower

Venetian rowing on the Thames at Oxford

Punts moored by the Thames at Oxford

A Seventh Marine patrol fights its way up a frozen mountain side in Korea
Koto-ri, Korea: December, 1950. A Seventh Marine patrol fights its way up a frozen mountain side to flank the Chinese communists who are trying to trap the Marine withdrawal from Chosin Reservoir

Military Cross Country Skiing
United States: c. 1936 A man cross country skiing with a carbine rifle and bivouacing gear

Winning High Jumper
London, England: August, 1938. The winning high jumper at the competitions between Great Britain and France at White City Stadium

Skier Off A Jump
United States: c. 1922. A photo showing a skier as he takes flight from a very tall and very narrow ski jump

Skiing Under A Curl
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada: c. 1951. A skier cuts under a snow curl in the Rocky Mountains

A Happy Skier In Vermont
East Corinth, Vermont: c. 1952. A skier in Vermont coming downhill with a big grin on his face

Gelandesprung In The Mountains
United States: c. 1933. A skier in profile executes a gelandesprung on the slopes

Gelandesprungs In St-Sauveur
Saint-Sauveur, Quebec, Canada: c. 1958. Two adept skiers enjoying the warm weather and great skiing in the Laurentian Mountian resort town of Saint-Sauveur in Quebec

A Gelandesprung In Banff
Mount Norquay, Alberta, Canada: February 8, 1936. Rupert Edwards of Banff, Alberta, executes a gelandesprung at Simpson Pass

Moonlight Skiing In Russia
Moscow, Russia: c. 1930. A cross country skier skiing by moonlight

Cambridge Crewmen
Cambridge, England: c. 1912. University of Cambridge rowing team with eight rowers and a coxswain in a shell on a river

Crewmen On Lake Washington
Seattle, Washington: 1962. The University of Washington crewman work out on Lake Washington in their shell

LA Snow To Surf Race
Los Angeles, California: March, 1926. Contestants in the snow to surf race held in LA from Lake Arrowhead to Newport Bay. They started out in sleds, snowshoes, and autos

Boxer Catches A Left Hook
New York, New York: March, 1952. Ernie Durando catches a hard left hook from Paddy Young in the 4th round of their main event at Madison Square Garden

A Punch In The Nose
New York, New York: February, 1953. Rocky Castellani takes a right in the nose from Pierre Langlois of France in their middleweight match at Madison Square Garden

Woman Swinging On A Rope
Hollywood, California: January 5, 1942 Actress Phyllis Ruth swings into the scene on a rope

An older woman pedals on her exercycle
United States: c. 1960. An older woman pedals on her exercycle

Trying To Ring The Bell
San Francisco, California: c. 1951. A man tests his strength by trying the Ring The Bell with a mallet at Playland

The Bemis Dance Team
San Francisco, California: c. 1945. The Billy and Beverly Bemis dance team

Acrobatic Swandive
Lawrence, Kansas: November 11, 1926. A member of the University of Kansas acrobatics team makes a swan dive over four of his teammates

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"Exertion: A Display of Human and Animal Strength in Captivating Moments" R. Bannister Runs Mile: Witness the sheer determination as Roger Bannister breaks barriers with every stride, pushing his body to its limits. Crew Team Rowing: The synchronized power of rowers propelling their boat forward, showcasing the incredible exertion required for teamwork and victory. Dung Beetle Pushing a Ball of Dung: Marvel at the tiny yet mighty dung beetle's relentless effort as it rolls its precious cargo across challenging terrain. Graceful Line Of Beach Dancers: Effortlessly gliding through sand, these dancers showcase both elegance and stamina, captivating us with their physical prowess. Nun Swivels Hula Hoop On Hips: Breaking stereotypes, this nun mesmerizes with her skillful hula hooping display that demands strength and focus. Banana Seller in Burundi, Africa: In a remote village, witness the tireless efforts of a banana seller carrying bundles on her head to provide for her community's needs. Vietnamese Man Entering Tunnel: With unwavering determination etched on his face, this man ventures into darkness—a testament to human resilience amidst adversity. Capercaillie Male Displaying in Snowy Cairngorms National Park: Behold nature's grandeur as this majestic bird showcases its vibrant plumage while battling harsh winter conditions. The Hound Trails at Ambleside Sports Lake District UK: Dogs sprinting tirelessly through rugged terrains during thrilling hound races—exhibiting boundless energy and agility. Caver in Kingsdale Master Cave Yorkshire Dales UK : Explore underground wonders where brave cavers navigate treacherous paths within dark caverns—an extraordinary feat of exploration and endurance. Iwo Jima Memorial - Symbolizing courage & sacrifice; honor those who exerted themselves in the face of adversity, forever etched in history.