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Observer Collection (#2)

"Observer: Witnessing the World's Wonders through Time" Step into the realm of observation, where history unfolds before your eyes

Background imageObserver Collection: New York State, Route 84 lookout, view towards Ellenville

New York State, Route 84 lookout, view towards Ellenville
2026-203407-01

Background imageObserver Collection: Mexico, Yucatan, Chichen Itza, Caracol Building, Observatory

Mexico, Yucatan, Chichen Itza, Caracol Building, Observatory
2005-201908-01

Background imageObserver Collection: Washington State, Seattle, Museum of Pop Culture or MoPOP with Seattle Needle

Washington State, Seattle, Museum of Pop Culture or MoPOP with Seattle Needle
1451-200115-01

Background imageObserver Collection: New York City, Battery Park City, South Cove Park, waterfront park

New York City, Battery Park City, South Cove Park, waterfront park

Background imageObserver Collection: USA, New York City, Hudson Yards, Edge, observatory deck, aerial views, young girl

USA, New York City, Hudson Yards, Edge, observatory deck, aerial views, young girl

Background imageObserver Collection: Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim

Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim

Background imageObserver Collection: NY, Queens, Hunter's Point South Waterfront Park

NY, Queens, Hunter's Point South Waterfront Park

Background imageObserver Collection: New York City, Brooklyn, view of Manhattan Bridge and Lower Manhattan

New York City, Brooklyn, view of Manhattan Bridge and Lower Manhattan

Background imageObserver Collection: UK, Scotland, Balintore, grassland trail and bench with a view

UK, Scotland, Balintore, grassland trail and bench with a view

Background imageObserver Collection: Nevada, Las Vegas, The LINQ, High Roller, Las Vegas, Tallest Observation Wheel

Nevada, Las Vegas, The LINQ, High Roller, Las Vegas, Tallest Observation Wheel

Background imageObserver Collection: California, San Diego, La Jolla Beach

California, San Diego, La Jolla Beach

Background imageObserver Collection: Cooper's Hawk on bare tree

Cooper's Hawk on bare tree

Background imageObserver Collection: Red-Shouldered Hawk perched on a bare branch

Red-Shouldered Hawk perched on a bare branch

Background imageObserver Collection: Florida, Juno Beach, lifeguard station

Florida, Juno Beach, lifeguard station

Background imageObserver Collection: Colombia, Boyaca, Raquira, clay town, mano del artesano

Colombia, Boyaca, Raquira, clay town, mano del artesano

Background imageObserver Collection: Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Giant Geometric Benjamin Franklin Head at the One Liberty Observation

Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Giant Geometric Benjamin Franklin Head at the One Liberty Observation Deck

Background imageObserver Collection: New York, Niagara Falls, Rainbow Bridge

New York, Niagara Falls, Rainbow Bridge

Background imageObserver Collection: USA, Maine, Ogunquit, Landscape along Marginal Way Trail

USA, Maine, Ogunquit, Landscape along Marginal Way Trail

Background imageObserver Collection: Maine, Bristol, Pemaquid Lighthouse

Maine, Bristol, Pemaquid Lighthouse

Background imageObserver Collection: USA, Maine, Ogunquit, Lobster Point Lighthouse along Marginal Way Trail

USA, Maine, Ogunquit, Lobster Point Lighthouse along Marginal Way Trail

Background imageObserver Collection: Lady Diana Spencer attending the Imperial International Polo Match at Guards Polo Club

Lady Diana Spencer attending the Imperial International Polo Match at Guards Polo Club, Windsor. 26th July 1981

Background imageObserver Collection: Russian soldier using a periscope rifle, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Creator: Unknown

Russian soldier using a periscope rifle, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Russian soldier using a periscope rifle, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Taking the Enemys Range with a Hyposcope: a masked Russian officer at his trench-post

Background imageObserver Collection: Sqn Ldr Lord Clydesdale, left, the chief pilot of the H?

Sqn Ldr Lord Clydesdale, left, the chief pilot of the H?
Sqn Ldr Lord Clydesdale, left, the chief pilot of the Houston-Mount Everest expedition, and Lt-Col L.V.S. Blacker, the chief observer, fully equipped for one of the final tests of the Westland PV3

Background imageObserver Collection: The War in Denmark: Prussian look-out on Broacker Church spire..., 1864. Creator: Unknown

The War in Denmark: Prussian look-out on Broacker Church spire..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Denmark: Prussian look-out on Broacker Church spire - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. A '...look-out man climbing the church spire of Broacker to obtain a bird's-eye




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"Observer: Witnessing the World's Wonders through Time" Step into the realm of observation, where history unfolds before your eyes. From a captivating World War II poster urging you to "Fly with the RAF, " to witnessing the bending of starlight by the sun's attraction in Einstein's groundbreaking theory. Travel back to the 19th century and marvel at artwork depicting Halley's comet, a celestial spectacle that has fascinated observers for centuries. Experience the thrill of dropping from a kite balloon in 1917, as brave souls risked their lives for vital information during wartime. Intriguingly, even during times of conflict, recruitment posters beckoned men to join forces with Royal Air Force pilots and observers who marked targets with precision. And who could forget our feathered friends? Discover how pigeons served as military observers in 1914, delivering crucial messages across enemy lines. But observation isn't limited to war; it extends beyond earthly boundaries. Behold nature's mesmerizing display as Aurora Borealis dances across darkened skies—a sight that leaves all spectators spellbound. Curiosity knows no bounds—flip open Pears Annual from Christmas 1892 and immerse yourself in its pages filled with wonderment. Marvel at an incandescent giant lamp modeled after Edison's revolutionary bulb showcased at Expo—an invention that illuminated minds worldwide. Fast forward to quantum cryptography equipment—a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of secure communication channels amidst an ever-evolving digital landscape. Through time and space, observation remains intrinsic to our existence—whether gazing upon historical events or peering into scientific breakthroughs. As we reflect on these diverse glimpses into human curiosity and progress, let us embrace our role as keen observers shaping tomorrow’s world.