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Preservation Collection (page 3)

Preservation is the key to unlocking the secrets of our past and safeguarding our future, and is a testament to human ingenuity and dedication

Background imagePreservation Collection: Chiddingstone High Street

Chiddingstone High Street. One of the prettiest villages in Kent, and perhaps England, Chiddingstone is a beautiful example of a Tudor one-street village

Background imagePreservation Collection: The Saving of St Pauls Dome

The Saving of St Pauls Dome
St Pauls dome was becoming powdery and unstable in 1925 due to the weight of it. Specialist architects and surveyors were bought in to preserve the structure

Background imagePreservation Collection: Floods in Forum, Rome

Floods in Forum, Rome
The forum in Rome under 6ft of water. Rome was inundated by severe flooding in 1900, the king himself nearly drowned. The cloisters here are seen mostly underwater. Date: 1900

Background imagePreservation Collection: Beechcraft YT-34C Turbo-Mentor 140861

Beechcraft YT-34C Turbo-Mentor 140861 (msn BG-195), one of two T-34B Mentors modified as prototype of the turbo-prop powered Turbo-Mentor. Seen on display preservation park at NAS Whiting Field, FL

Background imagePreservation Collection: Canopic jars

Canopic jars
Polychormed canopic jars. Used by the egyptians during the mummification to preserve the viscera. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Background imagePreservation Collection: Three mummies, Egypt

Three mummies, Egypt, with a living man sitting alongside. Date: circa 1870

Background imagePreservation Collection: Ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons

Ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons, perfectly preserved, in Villa a Protiro. Marine Protected Area of Baia, Naples, Italy. Tyrrhenian sea

Background imagePreservation Collection: Detail of splendid ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black

Detail of splendid ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons, perfectly preserved, in Villa a Protiro. Marine Protected Area of Baia, Naples, Italy

Background imagePreservation Collection: Statue depicting companion of Ulysses, perhaps Baio, located in submerged Nymphaeum of Emperor

Statue depicting companion of Ulysses, perhaps Baio, located in submerged Nymphaeum of Emperor Claudius. Marine Protected Area of Baia, Naples, Italy. Tyrrhenian sea. statue encrusted with sealife

Background imagePreservation Collection: Scuba diver exploring ancient Roman mosaic from the third century AD, with maritime theme

Scuba diver exploring ancient Roman mosaic from the third century AD, with maritime theme, made with black and white tessellatum tiles depicting seabed with dolphins, sea urchins

Background imagePreservation Collection: Scuba diver exploring splendid ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black

Scuba diver exploring splendid ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons, perfectly preserved, in Villa a Protiro

Background imagePreservation Collection: Scuba diver near ancient Roman Statue of Antonia minor, member of Julio-Claudian dynasty

Scuba diver near ancient Roman Statue of Antonia minor, member of Julio-Claudian dynasty, daughter of Marcus Anthony and sister of emperor Augustus, in submerged Nymphaeum of Emperor Claudius

Background imagePreservation Collection: Ancient Roman statue of Antonia minor, member of Julio-Claudian dynasty, daughter of Marcus Anthony

Ancient Roman statue of Antonia minor, member of Julio-Claudian dynasty, daughter of Marcus Anthony and sister of emperor Augustus, located in submerged Nymphaeum of Emperor Claudius

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Background imagePreservation Collection: Union headquarters at 26 South Battery Street in occupied Charleston, South Carolina

Union headquarters at 26 South Battery Street in occupied Charleston, South Carolina, 1865 (b / w photo)
867771 Union headquarters at 26 South Battery Street in occupied Charleston, South Carolina, 1865 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Union Maj.-Gen)

Background imagePreservation Collection: Witnesses to Prehistory (Colour Litho)

Witnesses to Prehistory (Colour Litho)
2778312 Witnesses to Prehistory (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Witnesses of Prehistory)

Background imagePreservation Collection: Embalming Building near Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1861-65 (b / w photo)

Embalming Building near Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1861-65 (b / w photo)
STC355138 Embalming Building near Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1861-65 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Bunnell was in charge of this post)

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90237294

DDE-90237294
Caribbean, Trinidad, Asa Wright Wildlife Sanctuary. Golden Tegu Lizard. Date: 16-12-2003

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90039764

DDE-90039764
Farm house and rail fence in Grand Teton National Park. Date: 08/10/2013

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DDE-90038995
Bougainvillea Date: 20/08/2012

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DDE-90038872
Sandstone formations in Colorado National Monument. Date: 08/10/2013

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90038586

DDE-90038586
Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz Island. The Galapagos Tortoise in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Date: 10/02/2010

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036665

DDE-90036665
The icebreabker Kapitan Khlebnikov at anchor, Qaanaaq, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036667

DDE-90036667
Wordie Glacier, Godthab Golf, North East Greenland National Park, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

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DDE-90036666
Village Uummannaq Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036663

DDE-90036663
Sunset, Greenland Sea, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036664

DDE-90036664
Sunset, Greenland Sea, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036660

DDE-90036660
Sunset reflections, Greenland Sea, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036662

DDE-90036662
Sunset reflections, the movement of the water caused by the ship created this amazing mix of light, shapes and colors. Kong Oscar Fjord, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036661

DDE-90036661
Sunset reflections, the movement of the water caused by the ship created this amazing mix of light, shapes and colors. Kong Oscar Fjord, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036658

DDE-90036658
Sunrise, Sondrestrom Fjord, West Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036659

DDE-90036659
Sunset, Kong Oscar Fjord, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036655

DDE-90036655
Pancake ice, Greenland Sea, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

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DDE-90036657
Sunrise, Scoresby Sound, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036656

DDE-90036656
Rests of a recent kill Ella Island, North East Greenland National Park, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036654

DDE-90036654
Pancake ice, Greenland Sea, East Coast of Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036653

DDE-90036653
Mountains in fog, Prince Christian Sound, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036652

DDE-90036652
Mountains in fog, Prince Christian Sound, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036647

DDE-90036647
Mountain landscape, Skjeldal Kong Oscar Fjord North East Greenland National Park, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036651

DDE-90036651
Mountains in fog, Prince Christian Sound, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036650

DDE-90036650
Mountains in fog, Prince Christian Sound, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036649

DDE-90036649
Mountain reflection panorama, Godthab Golf, North East Greenland National Park, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036648

DDE-90036648
Mountain peak, Danmark Island, Scoresby sound, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036646

DDE-90036646
Landscape, Scoresby sound, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036642

DDE-90036642
Icebergs, Cape York, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008

Background imagePreservation Collection: DDE-90036645

DDE-90036645
Landscape, Long Island, Greenland Date: 19/08/2008




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Preservation is the key to unlocking the secrets of our past and safeguarding our future, and is a testament to human ingenuity and dedication, as seen in the meticulous restoration of King Henry VIII's ship, the Mary Rose, in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. This magnificent vessel stands as a living relic of history, reminding us of our maritime heritage. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies another remarkable preservation project - the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier. This floating museum in New York City serves as a time capsule that allows visitors to step back into America's military past. Traveling further back in time, we encounter the Nydam Viking Ship. Discovered in Denmark's Nydam Bog, this ancient vessel has been painstakingly preserved for over 1, 500 years and offers invaluable insights into Viking culture and seafaring prowess. Closer to home, Tewkesbury Abbey in the United Kingdom stands tall as an architectural marvel from medieval times. Its preservation ensures that generations can admire its grandeur and appreciate its historical significance. Preservation extends beyond buildings; it encompasses cultural artifacts like bottles of wine arranged inside old cellars in Vrbice, Moravia. These carefully curated collections showcase winemaking traditions passed down through generations. In today's world where sustainability is paramount, preserving natural resources is crucial. Solar panels harnessing energy from sunlight symbolize our commitment to renewable power sources while reducing carbon emissions. The sight of octopuses hung up on washing lines may seem peculiar but represents age-old fishing practices still observed on Chania Island in Greece. Preserving these customs not only sustains local livelihoods but also safeguards traditional knowledge for future generations. Nature itself provides breathtaking preservation: a tree growing heart-shaped reminds us that even amidst chaos and destruction love can flourish if nurtured with care. As climate change threatens polar regions' delicate ecosystems like Greenland Sea's broken pack ice; preserving them becomes imperative for maintaining biodiversity balance.