Explosions Collection (#7)

Lieutenant Geary hurrying, under heavy shell-fire, to a trench on the right of Hill 60 to
STC413358 Lieutenant Geary hurrying, under heavy shell-fire, to a trench on the right of Hill 60 to get into touch with an officer (litho) by Holloway

Lance-Corporal Holmes takes the place of a wounded driver
STC413390 Lance-Corporal Holmes takes the place of a wounded driver and assists in driving a gun out of action under heavy fire (litho) by Rowlandson

The attempt to blow up London Bridge with dynamite on Saturday last (engraving)
605359 The attempt to blow up London Bridge with dynamite on Saturday last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

British planes bombing and strafing German trenches, 1918 (litho)
700947 British planes bombing and strafing German trenches, 1918 (litho) by Simpson, Joseph (1879-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in The Sphere magazine)

Motor Launches rescuing crews of the Blockships at Zeebrugge
STC309844 Motor Launches rescuing crews of the Blockships at Zeebrugge, illustration from The Naval Front by Gordon S. Maxwell, 1920 (litho) by Maxwell

The French-Russian battle at Malakhov Kurgan in 1855, 1856 (oil on canvas)
BAL311991 The French-Russian battle at Malakhov Kurgan in 1855, 1856 (oil on canvas) by Shukayev, Grigory (fl.1850); State Central Artillery Museum, St

A fleet of battleships firing broadside, illustration from
STC308700 A fleet of battleships firing broadside, illustration from Told in the Huts: The YMCA Gift Book, published 1916 (colour litho) by Cuneo

World War I- The sinking of the Gneisenau
3779027 World War I- The sinking of the Gneisenau by Cuneo, Cyrus (1879-1916); (add.info.: World War I- The sinking of the Gneisenau)

Battle of New Orleans and death of Major General Packenham on the 8th of January 1815
2909589 Battle of New Orleans and death of Major General Packenham on the 8th of January 1815, pub. 1815 (coloured engraving) by West

D Annunzios flight over Trieste, The Poet launches patriotic messages to our brothers... (colour litho)
2815780 D Annunzios flight over Trieste, The Poet launches patriotic messages to our brothers... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Value of men against the pitfalls of means, one of the heroic nocturnal surprises of our cons... (colour litho)
2815769 Value of men against the pitfalls of means, one of the heroic nocturnal surprises of our cons... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Between sky and sea, clash between an English steamer and a German airplane, in the North Sea (colour litho)
2815746 Between sky and sea, clash between an English steamer and a German airplane, in the North Sea (colour litho) by Beltrame

Air and sea battle between British and German forces, WW2
A combined air and sea battle in the North Sea between British and German forces during the early stages of the Second World War

The tragic march in search of the rescue of those who escaped the explosion of the Viking whaler who... (colour litho)
2778037 The tragic march in search of the rescue of those who escaped the explosion of the Viking whaler who... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Three meters above the enemy (colour litho)
2778584 Three meters above the enemy (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three meters above the enemy)

The tremendous casting (Colour Litho)
2778566 The tremendous casting (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The terrible casting)

The uninterrupted Italian-German air strikes on the English base in Malta (colour litho)
2778547 The uninterrupted Italian-German air strikes on the English base in Malta (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The giveaways of our Alpine, barrels and explosive sleds plunged to the Austrian positions (colour litho)
2777541 The giveaways of our Alpine, barrels and explosive sleds plunged to the Austrian positions (colour litho) by Beltrame

As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho)
2777523 As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: As the battle rages)

Austro-Hungarian destroyers Triglav and Lika sunk in front of Durres (colour litho)
2777511 Austro-Hungarian destroyers Triglav and Lika sunk in front of Durres (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Man threatening to blow himself up (colour litho)
3096388 Man threatening to blow himself up (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man threatening to blow himself up)

Holy Saturday, Florence (b / w photo)
3095827 Holy Saturday, Florence (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holy Saturday, Florence. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Monitor and Merrimac, 9th March, 1862, pub. 1886 (colour litho)
3090274 The Monitor and Merrimac, 9th March, 1862, pub.1886 (colour litho) by Davidson, Julian Oliver (1853-94) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Fall of Richmond, pub. 1865 (colour lithograph)
3239918 Fall of Richmond, pub. 1865 (colour lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

To relive the war (colour litho)
2809014 To relive the war (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: To relive the war)

Hell in the streets of Tokyo, for a formidable explosion followed by a very violent fire... (colour litho)
2808985 Hell in the streets of Tokyo, for a formidable explosion followed by a very violent fire... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Airplanes in the Battle (Colour Litho)
2808738 The Airplanes in the Battle (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The planes in the battle)

In the waters of Pula, during one of the recent effective attacks by the formidable Italian Air Army (Colour Litho)
2808622 In the waters of Pula, during one of the recent effective attacks by the formidable Italian Air Army (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

From defeat to defeat, the Turkish army continues its disastrous retreat pursued by the winning Bulgarians
2808533 From defeat to defeat, the Turkish army continues its disastrous retreat pursued by the winning Bulgarians (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

A flood of phosphorus (colour litho)
2809307 A flood of phosphorus (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A flood of phosphorus)

The Cow and the Mine (Colour Litho)
2783945 The Cow and the Mine (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cow and the mine)

During the offensive in Aragon, the Italian Legionary Aviation contributed to the victorious... (colour litho)
2783785 During the offensive in Aragon, the Italian Legionary Aviation contributed to the victorious... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Heroism of Italian legionnaires on the Spanish fields (colour litho)
2783781 Heroism of Italian legionnaires on the Spanish fields (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heroism of Italian legionnaires on the fields of Spain)

Battle of New Orleans, pub. Kurz & Allison, c. 1890 (colour litho)
2630682 Battle of New Orleans, pub. Kurz & Allison, c.1890 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Edward Pakenham (1778 - 1815)

The Transvaal War, the Siege of Ladysmith (litho)
1599137 The Transvaal War, the Siege of Ladysmith (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, the Siege of Ladysmith)

Effects of the Gunpowder Explosion at Bryn-Mawr (engraving)
1099333 Effects of the Gunpowder Explosion at Bryn-Mawr (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Effects of the Gunpowder Explosion at Bryn-Mawr)

Fatal Accident at Fort St George, Madras (engraving)
1099289 Fatal Accident at Fort St George, Madras (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fatal Accident at Fort St George, Madras)

Scene of the Recent Boiler Explosion at Airdrie (engraving)
1098756 Scene of the Recent Boiler Explosion at Airdrie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene of the Recent Boiler Explosion at Airdrie)

Walsall Church, after the Late Gas Explosion (engraving)
1096185 Walsall Church, after the Late Gas Explosion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walsall Church, after the Late Gas Explosion)

Scene of the Late Fatal Explosion at Birmingham (engraving)
1098276 Scene of the Late Fatal Explosion at Birmingham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene of the Late Fatal Explosion at Birmingham)

Colliery explosion, Duffryn pit 1852
Scene of an explosion, near Aberdare Valley, mouth of the middle Duffryn pit. No deaths were occasioned more by choke or after-damp than from the fire-damp. Date: 1852

Recent dynamite explosions at the House of Commons in London (engraving)
965497 Recent dynamite explosions at the House of Commons in London (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Prussian Shells falling Inside Paris, Scene near Mont Parnasse Cemetery (engraving)
1105086 Prussian Shells falling Inside Paris, Scene near Mont Parnasse Cemetery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prussian Shells falling Inside Paris)

Explosion in the Place de la Sorbonne, Paris (engraving)
1103902 Explosion in the Place de la Sorbonne, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Explosion in the Place de la Sorbonne, Paris)

Experiments with the Armstrong 600-Pounder against the Warrior Floating Target (engraving)
1103021 Experiments with the Armstrong 600-Pounder against the Warrior Floating Target (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Explosions on the Underground Railway, Sir William Harcourt visiting the Wounded at St Marys Hospital (engraving)
1044585 The Explosions on the Underground Railway, Sir William Harcourt visiting the Wounded at St Marys Hospital (engraving) by English School

Lord George Hamiltons Reception of Members of Parliament at Portsmouth Dockyard, firing a Mine by Contact (engraving)
1056209 Lord George Hamiltons Reception of Members of Parliament at Portsmouth Dockyard, firing a Mine by Contact (engraving) by Nash

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"From devastating wars to powerful tests, they have shaped history and left lasting impacts. In this captivating collection of images, we witness the chaos and destruction caused by explosions throughout different eras. A World War I cartoon takes us back in time, showcasing the explosive nature of warfare during that period. Meanwhile, a better hole is created through an explosion, demonstrating how controlled blasts can be used for construction purposes. The haunting aftermath of a 1957 nuclear test reminds us of the long-lasting effects of such detonations – fall-out that lingers for years to come. On a more heroic note, a fireboat fearlessly battles flames at Colonial Wharf in East London, highlighting the bravery required to combat destructive forces. The sheer power unleashed by an atomic bomb explosion is captured in another striking image. It serves as a chilling reminder of humanity's ability to create weapons capable of immense devastation. Moving on from war zones, Italians in Somalia are seen dealing with an explosion's aftermath – evidence that explosions transcend borders and affect lives worldwide. In WWI on the Western Front at Longueval, France in 1916, Highlanders face both enemy fire and exploding shells as they fight valiantly for their cause. The Monte Bello atomic test showcases yet another chapter in mankind's exploration into harnessing explosive energy for various purposes. A Royal Air Force display poster from Hendon captures the awe-inspiring spectacle of aircraft breaking through sound barriers with thunderous booms. However, not all they can intentional or celebratory; scenes depicting fatal incidents like the Birmingham explosion remind us of their tragic consequences. Even under cover darkness Handley Page Hampden Bombers take flight - silent but deadly - reminding us that danger can strike unexpectedly even when unseen. Lastly, Home Guard practice sessions demonstrate how they were utilized as part of training exercises during times when nations stood united against common threats. "