Operations Collection (page 2)

Thatcher, Sidney Chun, splitting a spar - Marlborough
A thatcher, Sidney Chun (1903-1985), wears protective clothing, including a cricket shin pad, while splitting spars before thatching a roof at Marlborough - date: 1950s

Coal / Pit Ponies / 1907
Ponies hauling coal trucks along the gallery of an English colliery

Me 109 Versus Spitfire
A Messerschmitt 109 in pursuit of a Spitfire. The caption says the German plane will shoot the British one down - but who knows, perhaps it will be the other way about ?

Me 110 over Greece
Italy; a German twin-engined Messerschmitt 110 fighter over the mountains of Sicily : german aircraft came to help the Italians eject the Allies from the Mediterranean

Tanks Near Tobruk
North Africa : a German tank destroys a British tank in Marmarica, during the fiercely contested battle for Tobruk, Libya

Soviet ships attempt to land in Estonia
German tanks thwart the Russians landing attempt in Estonia

New Tower Blocks Go Up
A striking impression of modern flats being constructed on a slum clearance site, the Woodside Development Plan, in Sheffield

COAL GOING UP / 1910
Tubs of coal arrive at the bottom of the lift shaft, ready to be hauled up to the surface, at the Clay Cross mine at Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England

At the Coal Face / 1842
By the light of a Davy safety lamp, two miners work at the coal face

1837 / COAL MINE
A cross-section of a coal mine showing all the underground chambers and tunnels

German Pilots Briefed
German pilots attend last briefing before a mission - aircraft in background is a Stuka

Work in a Coal Mine
Various workings of a coal mine in Northumberland, England

Construction of Blackfriars bridge, London
Builders involved in various tasks atop two huge arches under construction. One of the arches clearly shows the scaffolding required to form such a huge structure. Date: August 1764

American submarine chasers, WW1
Six American submarine chasers during the First World War. They served in minesweeping operations in the North Sea. Date: 1917-1918

Tools of an Architect
A plan for a neo-classical building is rested against the tools of the surveyors architects and builders who will construct this edifice

German Tanks in Russia
A German tank, accompanied by infantry, advances across the Russian steppes

Women Ground Crew
Soviet female ground-crew re- arm a fighter bomber. Almost all the Soviet ground crew were female

Sebastopol Liberated
LIBERATION SCENES The liberation of Sebastopol

Raf Vs Soviet Airforce
Anglo-Soviet soccer match, Murmansk, RAF and Soviet Airforce. The RAF provided air-cover for convoys in their Hawker Hurricanes (background)

Greeting Soviet Tank
Ukrainian farmer greets a Soviet Tank crew with traditional gifts - bread and salt

Soviet Tank Parade
Tanks leave Moscow after a parade, going straight to the front-line. This is a view of Gorky Street

Crossing Caucasus
Soviet soldiers cross the Caucasus Mountains on the way to the front

Soviet Cavalryman
A Soviet cavalryman shares a drink with his horse, at the Dneiper river

Soviet Tank and Gun
A Soviet T-34 tank passing a 76.2mm field gun

Russian Soldiers Oath
A Soviet soldier makes the Soldiers Oath, kissing his rifle

First Photo of a Diver
Illustration based on the first underwater photograph of a diver

British Sub Rammed
An Italian torpedo boat heroically rams and sinks a British submarine

Stacking Reed for Thatch
Stacking reeds to dry at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire. Once they have dried, they will be used for thatching roofs

Plastering Cottage Walls
Renovating the walls of a cottage at Chagford, a picturesque Devon village

Shes Baked a Pie
She has baked a pie in her Servall grate - 63, 000 sold since 1920 !

Concrete Transporter
A builder climbing into a ready-mix concrete transporter lorry

German Paras Norway
German paratroopers landing during invasion (near Narvik)

Miners / Lift Shaft / 1855
Landing at the bottom of the shaft in a mine in Northumberland, England

British troops exercise in Estonia as part of the NATOs eFP (Enhanced Forward Presence)
Pictured is a French Leclerc mk2 Main Battle Tank (MBT) in Silhouette, and shrouded in smoke after firing during the live fire element of a joint UK/French exercise as part of the eFP deployment

NATO Bridging Operation In Germany
Pictured is a UK M3 Amphibious Rigin Minden, Germany during a joint UK/German Bridging Operation. The M3 (operated by a Corps of Royal Engineer crew)

Amputation of the arm at the shoulder. From Illustrations of the Great Operations of Surgery by Charles Bell (London)
526811 Amputation of the arm at the shoulder. From Illustrations of the Great Operations of Surgery by Charles Bell (London, 1821)

Military excercises of the Circassian Cavalry in the 19th century, from L'Univers Illustre pub. 1867
3506149 Military excercises of the Circassian Cavalry in the 19th century, from L'Univers Illustre pub. 1867; (add.info.: Military excercises of the Circassian Cavalry in the 19th century)

The War Map of Western Europe showings the entire zone of military operations in the Western campaign (litho)
3252857 The War Map of Western Europe showings the entire zone of military operations in the Western campaign (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War Map of Western Europe)

Surgeon and his assistants, before the introduction of anaesthetics, prepared to perform an amputation at the shoulder
526833 Surgeon and his assistants, before the introduction of anaesthetics, prepared to perform an amputation at the shoulder. Surgeon stands, left, next the assistant surgeon (behind patient)

Hernia Cerebri: Rupture of the Dura Mater by the rapid growth of a brain tumour
526810 Hernia Cerebri: Rupture of the Dura Mater by the rapid growth of a brain tumour. On the left are bone fragments removed from the rupture. The bottom two figures are forms of dressing

Amputation of the leg at the thigh. The tourniquet deadened the pain as well as reducing the flow of blood but was
526812 Amputation of the leg at the thigh. The tourniquet deadened the pain as well as reducing the flow of blood but was likely to cause serious tissue damage

Rockwell Space Shuttle Orbiter OV-101 Enterprise. The first Orbiter built, used for atmospheric flight testing and never up-graded to flight status

United States Air Force - Beechcraft QU-22B 69-7702 (msn EB-10) The QU-22B was developed as very quiet un-piloted relay station for the Igloo White movement detection system deployed on the Ho Chi

Raf Sentinel Aircraft Returns from the Middle East
Pictured is an RAF SENTINEL Aircraft returning from the Middle East. A Royal Air Force Sentinel R1 aircraft based at RAF Waddington

UKs Joint Expeditionary Force (Maritime)
Pictured is HMS Ocean in the Gulf. The UKs Joint Expeditionary Force (Maritime) Task Group on deployment to the Mediterranean and Gulf

HMS Ocean in the Mediterranean
Pictured is HMS Ocean during Joint Expeditionary Force (Maritime) (JEF[M]) in the Mediterranean. She is shown with Apache, Merlin and Chinook helicopters embarked

HMS Albion Deploys Royal Marine Assault Craft
Image shows assault craft with Royal Marines embarked exiting the stern of HMS Albion during amphibious operations off North Carolina, USA

HMAS Yarra - River-Class Torpedo Destroyer
Royal Australian Navy - HMAS Yarra / HMS Yarra, a River-Class Torpedo Destroyer, making way at speed, on the River Clyde during manufacturers trials in 1910. Yarra was built by William Denny & Bros

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"Operations: A Tapestry of Skill, Strategy, and Legacy" From the military badge symbolizing honor and bravery to the artistry of dry stone walling, operations encompass a diverse range of activities that shape our world. In the depths of history, WW2 posters rallied support for the valiant efforts of 52 (Lowland) Division as they carried out their crucial missions. The menacing Stuka aircraft advertised its deadly capabilities while bricklayers in 1827 laid foundations for future generations. Amidst the darkness of coal mines, Durham Pit Ponies played an integral role in ensuring smooth operations underground. Building Emp State Buil showcased grand architectural endeavors that stood tall as symbols of progress. Skilled craftsmen wielded building and masonry tools with precision, shaping structures that would withstand the test of time. In a realm where safety is paramount, air traffic control flight information strips guided planes through skies teeming with life. The compass rose served as a steadfast companion to navigators on perilous journeys across uncharted waters. The Welrod pistol whispered tales from covert operations during times when silence was golden. These snippets from various realms highlight how operations intertwine throughout history - be it military campaigns or construction projects - leaving indelible marks on society's tapestry. As we reflect upon these hints about "operations, " let us appreciate those who have dedicated their lives to executing intricate plans with unwavering dedication and ingenuity, and is through their collective efforts that we witness progress unfold before our eyes – reminding us that behind every great achievement lies a story woven by countless individuals who ensure seamless operations in pursuit of greatness.