Observation Collection (page 51)

Observation Balloon 1918
An observation balloon on an American battleship in British waters

1918 / Observation Post
A British observation post in a windmill

BRITISH BABY AIRSHIP
The British Armys Baby intended for observation and reconnaissance

How ll Ya Keep home Pa?
HOW YA GONNA KEEP EM DOWN ON THE FARM AFTER THEY VE SEEN PAREE ? - a perceptive social observation concerning those young Americans who fought in Europe during World War One

Observing Sea Depths
Observation of the Sea-Bed from Transparent-Bottomed Boats, Using Atom-Ray Illumination

Pyne - Parish Beadle
THE PARISH BEADLE A kind of policeman, whose job is to make sure everyone behaves properly in church and enforce the proper observation of the Sabbath

Smoke Trail, 1st Ww
The trail of smoke from the burning remnants of a German observation balloon

First Glimpse of the Sea
An elderly couple from the country make a dim-witted observation regarding the amount of water at the seaside. Typical example of sneering middle class humour

Zeppelin Brought Down
An observation car from a Zeppelin brought down by British airmen at Cuffley in Essex

Windmill Observation Wwi
A French soldier in Flanders climbs a windmill for observation work during World War One

Napoleon / Horse Ali 1800
NAPOLEON I riding Ali, at the battle of Marengo, 14 June 1800

SHEPHERD
A French shepherd calculates the south at midnight, from observation of the stars

Emile Aubrun spotting submarines from his aeroplane
The French aviator Emile Aubrun (1881-1967) at Cherbourg demonstrates that submarines under water can be detected from aircraft flying at a height of 500 metres

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Observation is a gateway to unlocking the mysteries of our world and beyond. In Paradiso, Canto 31, the saintly throng forms a celestial rose in the empyrean, reminding us that keen they are reveal divine beauty. The Westland Lysander, an enigmatic creation from 1941 whose creator remains unknown, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and meticulous observation in aircraft design. The PSCI2A-00011 mission takes us on a journey aboard the Cassini spacecraft orbiting Saturn and its moon Titan. Through careful observation of this distant realm, we gain insights into the vastness of our universe. In Dropping from a Kite Balloon in 1917, brave souls risked their lives for aerial reconnaissance during World War I. Their observations from above provided crucial intelligence that shaped history. H. W. Bates's Butterflies from the Amazon showcases his remarkable powers as he meticulously documented these vibrant creatures' intricate patterns and behaviors. The Curiosity rover on Mars captures our imagination with its artwork depicting exploration on another planet. It reminds us that through scientific observation, we push boundaries and expand our understanding of what lies beyond Earth's confines. Undersea exploration in 16th-century Europe reveals humanity's insatiable curiosity about uncharted territories beneath the waves. These early pioneers observed marine life with awe and wonderment. Within the walls of State Penitentiary at Stateville in Joliet, Illinois, USA lie stories waiting to be heard by those who observe closely enough. This institution serves as both cautionary tale and subject for sociological study through careful observation. The Camera Obscura invented in 1817 allows us to witness reality transformed through light manipulation—a reminder that even simple they can yield profound insights into how we perceive our surroundings. Coloured sketches of insects transport us into their miniature worlds—each stroke capturing nature's intricacies revealed only through careful observation.