Falkland Islands Collection (#3)

Gentoo Penguin {Pygoscelis papua} walking across sandy beach towards ocean, Falkland Islands

Flying steamer-duck
Joan Gil Raga

Map of South America 19th Century
Vintage map of South America from the 19th Century

Falkland Islands: Shepherds House (b / w photo)
7189956 Falkland Islands: Shepherds House (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shepherds House)

Falkland Islands: Cape Pembroke (b / w photo)
7189955 Falkland Islands: Cape Pembroke (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cape Pembroke)

Falkland Islands: Port Stanley (b / w photo)
7189952 Falkland Islands: Port Stanley (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Stanley)

Falkland Islands: Port Stanley (b / w photo)
7189943 Falkland Islands: Port Stanley (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Stanley)

Falkland Islands: Cape Dolphin (b / w photo)
7189954 Falkland Islands: Cape Dolphin (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cape Dolphin)

Falkland Islands: Cliff with Birdnests (b / w photo)
7189962 Falkland Islands: Cliff with Birdnests (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cliff with Birdnests)

Falkland Islands: Woolshed San Carlos (b / w photo)
7189953 Falkland Islands: Woolshed San Carlos (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woolshed San Carlos)

Falkland Islands: Tussock Grass (b / w photo)
7189945 Falkland Islands: Tussock Grass (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tussock Grass)

Falkland Islands: Penguins (b / w photo)
7189957 Falkland Islands: Penguins (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penguins. Illustration for Falkland Islands, South America (C Gross, c 1885)

Falkland Islands: Lighthouse Cape Pembroke (b / w photo)
7189949 Falkland Islands: Lighthouse Cape Pembroke (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lighthouse Cape Pembroke)

Falkland Islands: Mallyhawks (b / w photo)
7189948 Falkland Islands: Mallyhawks (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mallyhawks)

Falkland Islands: Tussock Grass (b / w photo)
7189944 Falkland Islands: Tussock Grass (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tussock Grass)

Falkland Islands: Sea Lions (b / w photo)
7189960 Falkland Islands: Sea Lions (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea Lions)

Falkland Islands: Port Darwin (b / w photo)
7189942 Falkland Islands: Port Darwin (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Darwin)

Falkland Islands: Stream of Stones (b / w photo)
7189959 Falkland Islands: Stream of Stones (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stream of Stones)

Falkland Islands: Port Stephens (b / w photo)
7189951 Falkland Islands: Port Stephens (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Stephens)

Falkland Islands: Penguins (b / w photo)
7189950 Falkland Islands: Penguins (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penguins. Illustration for Falkland Islands, South America (C Gross, c 1885)

Falkland Islands: Camp with Mount Usborne (b / w photo)
7189947 Falkland Islands: Camp with Mount Usborne (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Camp with Mount Usborne)

Falkland Islands: Port Stanley, Harbour and Narrows (b / w photo)
7189946 Falkland Islands: Port Stanley, Harbour and Narrows (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Stanley, Harbour and Narrows)

Salvage of SS Great Britain in Falkland Islands, 1970
Black and white photograph taken in the Falkland Islands in 1970, during work to salvage the ship and bring her home to Bristol

ss Great Britain on Salvage Pontoon, 1970
Black and white photograph taken in the Falkland Islands in 1970, during work to salvage the ship and bring her home to Bristol. Shows port side profile view of SS Great Britain on salvage pontoon

SS Great Britain Salvage Operation: Welding Ship Interior, 1970
Black and white photograph taken in the Falkland Islands in 1970, during work to salvage the ship and bring her home to Bristol

SS Great Britain Salvage Operation: Ship on Pontoon, 1970
Black and white photograph taken in the Falkland Islands in 1970, during work to salvage the ship and bring her home to Bristol. Shows SS Great Britain on salvage pontoon. Picture of bow end of ship

SS Great Britain and Salvage Vessels in Falkland Islands, 1970
Black and white photograph taken in the Falkland Islands in 1970, during work to salvage the ship and bring her home to Bristol. Shows the SS Great Britain with salvage vessels alongside

View of SS Great Britain bows and midships deck from main mast, 1970
Black and white photograph taken in the Falkland Islands in 1970, during work to salvage the ship and bring her home to Bristol

Port Stanley, Falkland Islands (engraving)
1611030 Port Stanley, Falkland Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Stanley, Falkland Islands)

Badges of colonies and dominions that fought with Britain in the Second World War (colour litho)
6015176 Badges of colonies and dominions that fought with Britain in the Second World War (colour litho) by English School

Battle of the Falklands: Sinking of the Scharnhorst, 1914 (colour litho)
700955 Battle of the Falklands: Sinking of the Scharnhorst, 1914 (colour litho) by Hodgson, E. S. (fl.1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Colonial Executive Commissioners for the Colonial and Indian Exhibition (engraving)
1054878 The Colonial Executive Commissioners for the Colonial and Indian Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Glacier of Mount Sarmiento (engraving)
1092550 Glacier of Mount Sarmiento (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glacier of Mount Sarmiento)

The Crown of Freedom, from The Illustrated London News
HJA248923 The Crown of Freedom, from The Illustrated London News, 4th May 1935 (colour litho) by Shoesmith, Kenneth (1890-1939); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Falkland Islands (engraving)
1608731 The Falkland Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Falkland Islands. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 April 1856)

The Falkland Islands (engraving)
3653990 The Falkland Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Falkland Islands)

Sandstorm
Sergey Kokinskiy

There, behind the clouds... or the captives of sandstorm
Sergey Kokinskiy

Desembarco
Joan Gil Raga

Who has Been?
Joan Gil Raga

The colony
Joan Gil Raga

Sunrise at Sea Lion
Joan Gil Raga

five online
miquel angel artús illana

food caracara
miquel angel artús illana

seven
miquel angel artús illana

King Penguins couple
King Penguin at Falkkand islands. Joan Gil Raga

Panning effect
Malinik 2016 Serbia Malinik 2016 Bulgaria . Joan Gil Raga

Lost in the clouds
Sergey Kokinskiy

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The Falkland Islands, a remote archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean, hold a rich history and breathtaking natural beauty. As the Type 42 destroyer HMS Edinburgh sails from Fitzroy to Stanley, one can't help but be captivated by the stunning view from the water. The islands' landscapes are dotted with memorials that serve as poignant reminders of their turbulent past. One such memorial pays tribute to the ill-fated HMS Sheffield, which was struck by an Exocet missile during the conflict in May 1982. Amidst this historical backdrop, nature thrives on these isolated shores. Rockhopper penguins display their acrobatic skills as they surf into shore on New Island. Macaroni penguins grace East Falkland with their distinctive yellow crests, adding a splash of color to this rugged terrain. In Port Stanley, gnomes whimsically adorn gardens and streets—a charming quirk that reflects the islanders' unique character. A glimpse back in time reveals an engraving depicting Port Stanley as it appeared in 1867—an intriguing contrast to its present-day charm. A somber reminder of sacrifice stands tall—the 1982 War Memorial—honoring those who lost their lives defending these lands during conflict. It serves as a testament to resilience and unity. Further south lies South Georgia—an enchanting breeding ground for king penguins who courageously cross treacherous waters to reach their nesting sites. Black-browed albatrosses gracefully soar above Falkland's cliffs—a sight that evokes awe and wonder at nature's grandeur. Lastly, we remember when Royal Marines raised the Union Jack over these islands in 1982—a moment etched forever in history books. As we take our leave from this captivating landmass, we bid farewell to groups of king penguins standing together—symbols of strength and community amidst adversity—the true essence of life on the Falkland Islands.