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Mechanic Collection (#21)

"Unveiling the Mechanics: A Journey Through Time and Innovation" Step into the world of mechanics, where atoms dance to Dalton's table of atomic symbols since 1835

Background imageMechanic Collection: Mechanical helper of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, 1940-1945

Mechanical helper of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, 1940-1945

Background imageMechanic Collection: Inside the locomotive repair shops at an Illinois Central Railroad yard in Chicago, 1942

Inside the locomotive repair shops at an Illinois Central Railroad yard in Chicago, 1942
November 1942 - Inside the locomotive repair shops at an Illinois Central Railroad yard in Chicago

Background imageMechanic Collection: Auxiliaries demonstrate their ability to service trucks at Fort Huachuca, Arizona

Auxiliaries demonstrate their ability to service trucks at Fort Huachuca, Arizona
December 8, 1942 - Auxiliaries demonstrate their ability to service trucks at Fort Huachuca, Arizona

Background imageMechanic Collection: Louisiana: New Lighthouse under Construction at South Pass, from Designs Furnished

Louisiana: New Lighthouse under Construction at South Pass, from Designs Furnished by Captain W. H. Heuer, Lighthouse Engineer

Background imageMechanic Collection: Source Size = 2598 x 2314

Source Size = 2598 x 2314
Scene of the Recent Explosion at the Royal Engineer Establishment, Chatham

Background imageMechanic Collection: Source Size = 5820 x 4029

Source Size = 5820 x 4029
Swearing-In of the 1st Lancashire Engineer Volunteers in St. Georges Hall, Liverpool

Background imageMechanic Collection: Source Size = 5758 x 3982

Source Size = 5758 x 3982
The Volunteer Review at Portsmouth: the First Hants Engineer Volunteers Constructing a Barrel-Pier Bridge for the Sortie at Hilsea Lines, 1868

Background imageMechanic Collection: Source Size = 5749 x 3444

Source Size = 5749 x 3444
Birdseye View of the Sulina Mouth of the Danube, Showing the Works of Improvement Lately Carried out under the European Commission of the Danube by Charles A. Hartley, Esq. C.E

Background imageMechanic Collection: Commendatore Grattoni, Engineer of the Mont Cenis Tunnel, 1871

Commendatore Grattoni, Engineer of the Mont Cenis Tunnel, 1871

Background imageMechanic Collection: Engerth, Austrian engineer

Engerth, Austrian engineer

Background imageMechanic Collection: The Rail Central railway, established in 1866, on the Mont Cenis

The Rail Central railway, established in 1866, on the Mont Cenis

Background imageMechanic Collection: George Stephenson disassembles and repairs his steam engine in Newcastle

George Stephenson disassembles and repairs his steam engine in Newcastle

Background imageMechanic Collection: Auguste Perdonnet; director of the Central School of Arts and Manufacturing between 1862

Auguste Perdonnet; director of the Central School of Arts and Manufacturing between 1862 and 1867

Background imageMechanic Collection: Marc Sa guin

Marc Sa guin
Marc Sa© guin

Background imageMechanic Collection: Robert Stephenson

Robert Stephenson

Background imageMechanic Collection: George Stephenson

George Stephenson

Background imageMechanic Collection: Fra da ric Sauvage

Fra da ric Sauvage
Fra© da© ric Sauvage

Background imageMechanic Collection: Charles Dallery

Charles Dallery

Background imageMechanic Collection: Thomas Russell Crampton, English

Thomas Russell Crampton, English

Background imageMechanic Collection: Robinson, American engineer

Robinson, American engineer

Background imageMechanic Collection: Charles Etzel, creator of the railways of Wurtemberg

Charles Etzel, creator of the railways of Wurtemberg

Background imageMechanic Collection: Von Denis, creator of the German railways

Von Denis, creator of the German railways

Background imageMechanic Collection: Alexandre Charles Surell, director of the Midi railway

Alexandre Charles Surell, director of the Midi railway

Background imageMechanic Collection: Fra da ric Sauvage, director of the Eastern Railway

Fra da ric Sauvage, director of the Eastern Railway
Fra© da© ric Sauvage, director of the Eastern Railway

Background imageMechanic Collection: Paulin Talabot, director of the Paris-Lyon-Ma diterrana e Railway

Paulin Talabot, director of the Paris-Lyon-Ma diterrana e Railway
Paulin Talabot, director of the Paris-Lyon-Ma© diterrana© e Railway

Background imageMechanic Collection: Jules Pa tiet

Jules Pa tiet
Jules Pa© tiet

Background imageMechanic Collection: Charles Didion

Charles Didion

Background imageMechanic Collection: Eugašne Flachat

Eugašne Flachat

Background imageMechanic Collection: Robert Fulton

Robert Fulton

Background imageMechanic Collection: Salomon de Caus

Salomon de Caus

Background imageMechanic Collection: Salomon de Caus performing the functions of the Kings Engineer in Paris

Salomon de Caus performing the functions of the Kings Engineer in Paris

Background imageMechanic Collection: North America, Caribbean, Cuba, Havana, railing and ironwork in apartment (silhouette)

North America, Caribbean, Cuba, Havana, railing and ironwork in apartment (silhouette)

Background imageMechanic Collection: Gear

Gear

Background imageMechanic Collection: Transmission gears

Transmission gears

Background imageMechanic Collection: Two gears, 3D illustration

Two gears, 3D illustration

Background imageMechanic Collection: Gears with a world map, 3D illustration

Gears with a world map, 3D illustration

Background imageMechanic Collection: Origami gear wheels

Origami gear wheels
Gear wheels folded out of paper, origami style

Background imageMechanic Collection: INDIA: WAR VETERANS, 1919. Disabled Indian veterans of World War I who have become carpenters

INDIA: WAR VETERANS, 1919. Disabled Indian veterans of World War I who have become carpenters and auto mechanics at Queen Marys Technical School in Bombay (now Mumbai), India

Background imageMechanic Collection: WORLD WAR I: RADIO UNIT. An American field radio outfit transporting portable masts

WORLD WAR I: RADIO UNIT. An American field radio outfit transporting portable masts via motorcycle, near the front lines in France during World War I. Stereograph, c1917

Background imageMechanic Collection: STUTZ RACECAR, 1916. A woman working under the hood of a Stutz Weightman Special

STUTZ RACECAR, 1916. A woman working under the hood of a Stutz Weightman Special racecar at the Benning racetrack near Washington, D.C. 1916

Background imageMechanic Collection: INDIANAPOLIS 500, 1912. Driver Ralph DePalma, right, and his riding mechanic Rupert

INDIANAPOLIS 500, 1912. Driver Ralph DePalma, right, and his riding mechanic Rupert Jeffkins push their broken down car towards the finish line at the end of the 1912 Indianapolis 500 Mile Race

Background imageMechanic Collection: CAR AND CARRIAGE, 1914. A horse and carriage meets a broken down car on a road

CAR AND CARRIAGE, 1914. A horse and carriage meets a broken down car on a road. The original caption reads: Why! Good afternoon! Yes it is a shame. He should have fixed that before we came

Background imageMechanic Collection: NATIVISM: FRATERNAL ORDER. Birthplace of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics

NATIVISM: FRATERNAL ORDER. Birthplace of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, a nativist fraternal organization, at Concord School House, Massachusetts, in 1853. Lithograph, 1895

Background imageMechanic Collection: RED CROSS POSTER, 1918. American Red Cross poster recruiting men as drivers

RED CROSS POSTER, 1918. American Red Cross poster recruiting men as drivers and mechanics overseas during World War I. Chromo lithograph, 1918

Background imageMechanic Collection: UNITED MECHANICS, 1870. Lithograph poster for the American Order of United Mechanics

UNITED MECHANICS, 1870. Lithograph poster for the American Order of United Mechanics, 1870

Background imageMechanic Collection: Man repairing uplifted car, (B&W), low section

Man repairing uplifted car, (B&W), low section

Background imageMechanic Collection: Man looking under hood of car

Man looking under hood of car

Background imageMechanic Collection: AUTOMOBILE FACTORY, c1907. The manufacture of automobiles at a machine shop in Kingston, New York

AUTOMOBILE FACTORY, c1907. The manufacture of automobiles at a machine shop in Kingston, New York. Photographed c1907




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"Unveiling the Mechanics: A Journey Through Time and Innovation" Step into the world of mechanics, where atoms dance to Dalton's table of atomic symbols since 1835. From its humble beginnings at the Mechanics Institute Luncheon in July 1908 to its evolution in 1933, this captivating field has shaped our modern world. Imagine intricate gears and cogs meticulously crafted within a historical pendulum clock, each movement synchronized with precision. The regulator reveals the artistry behind every tick-tock that keeps time alive. Witness history unfold as R36 stands tall, ready for launching at Inchinnan on that memorable day of March 19th, 1921. One gondola of this majestic airship takes flight, showcasing the ingenuity of mechanics reaching new heights. Feel the adrenaline rush as Formula One World Championship mechanics wheel Cliff Allison's Ferrari D246 through Monaco's streets. Their expertise ensures peak performance on race day—a symphony orchestrated by skilled hands. Transport yourself back to the thrilling era of record attempts in the daring 1930s. These fearless pioneers pushed mechanical limits beyond imagination, leaving an indelible mark on history. Hockenheim becomes a battleground for speed enthusiasts in July 1994 when Jos Verstappen glides into his pitstop during a heart-pounding Formula 1 event. Every second counts as mechanics work swiftly to keep their team ahead. Relive Spanish GP's electrifying moments from Formula 1's iconic year—1969—as roaring engines echo through time. Skilled technicians fine-tune these powerful machines before they conquer challenging tracks worldwide. Marvel at legendary aircraft like Fokker Dr I with Pfalz D III standing proudly in its background—an ode to aviation mechanics who turned dreams into reality amidst soaring skies and endless possibilities. Beyond racing circuits and sky-high ambitions lies another facet—the stage production at Mechanics Institute—a testament to craftsmanship merging with creativity under bright spotlights.