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Preserved Collection (#36)

"Preserved: A Glimpse into the Timeless Treasures of History" Step into the Silkeborg museum in central Jutland and marvel at the Tollund man

Background imagePreserved Collection: St Sunday Crag in winter in the Lake district

St Sunday Crag in winter in the Lake district
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Stoer Point lighthouse in Assynt Scotland

Stoer Point lighthouse in Assynt Scotland
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Background imagePreserved Collection: An ancient Beehive dwelling in County Kerry in Ireland

An ancient Beehive dwelling in County Kerry in Ireland
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Background imagePreserved Collection: The Gallerus Oratory in County Kerry in Ireland. One of the oldest buildings in Europe

The Gallerus Oratory in County Kerry in Ireland. One of the oldest buildings in Europe
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Caelaverock Castle in Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland

Caelaverock Castle in Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland
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Background imagePreserved Collection: The Wastwater Screes in Wasdale Lake District UK

The Wastwater Screes in Wasdale Lake District UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Pendragon Castle in the Eden Valley in Cumbria UK

Pendragon Castle in the Eden Valley in Cumbria UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Rydal water in the Lake District UK

Rydal water in the Lake District UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Medieval stained glass in St Neots church on Bodmin moor Cornwall UK

Medieval stained glass in St Neots church on Bodmin moor Cornwall UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Exploring old copper mine levels on Coniston Old Man in the Lake District UK

Exploring old copper mine levels on Coniston Old Man in the Lake District UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Tank driving at the Muckleborough collection in Norfolk UK

Tank driving at the Muckleborough collection in Norfolk UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: An armoured car at the Muckleborough collection in Norfolk UK

An armoured car at the Muckleborough collection in Norfolk UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: An American armoured car at the Muckleborough collection in Norfolk UK

An American armoured car at the Muckleborough collection in Norfolk UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Navala village in the Fijian highlands the only village left on the island still composed entirely

Navala village in the Fijian highlands the only village left on the island still composed entirely of traditional Bure
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Background imagePreserved Collection: A Fijian women in Navala village in the Fijian highlands the only village left on the island still

A Fijian women in Navala village in the Fijian highlands the only village left on the island still composed entirely of
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Quinag mountain in Scotland UK

Quinag mountain in Scotland UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: A climber on Quinag Scotland UK

A climber on Quinag Scotland UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Hull Maritime Museum in Hull Yorkshire UK

Hull Maritime Museum in Hull Yorkshire UK
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Background imagePreserved Collection: the university of Coimbra, Portugal

the university of Coimbra, Portugal
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Crofting Museum at Peingown on the Isle of Skye Scotland

Crofting Museum at Peingown on the Isle of Skye Scotland
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Background imagePreserved Collection: Fossilised dinosaur footprint

Fossilised dinosaur footprint at Dinosaur Ridge in Morrison, Colorado, USA. This region was home to the iguanodon, a massive herbivorous bipedal dinosaur with a long heavy tail

Background imagePreserved Collection: Old copper mine buildings

Old copper mine buildings, preserved national historic site, Kennecott, Wrangel Mountains, Alaska, USA, North America

Background imagePreserved Collection: Preserved miners houses

Preserved miners houses, World Heritage site of Roros, Trondelag, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Background imagePreserved Collection: Chicken drumsticks

Chicken drumsticks in packaging

Background imagePreserved Collection: Canned & Bottled Foods

Canned & Bottled Foods
Bottled foods - onions, capers, chutney, petits pois and gherkins - and a can of Paysandu Ox Tongues, neatly arranged on a table

Background imagePreserved Collection: Housesteads Fort

Housesteads Fort
The approach from the east towards the fort of Housteads, perched atop a limestone crag on Hadrians Wall. The fort is very well preserved, and housed an early Roman hospital

Background imagePreserved Collection: South Gate - Housesteads

South Gate - Housesteads
The Southern Gateway of Housesteads Fort on Hadrians Wall. The Fort contains the only visible remains of a Roman hospital in Britain and superbly preserved latrines!

Background imagePreserved Collection: Part of the True Cross

Part of the True Cross on which Jesus was crucified, ornamented with pearls and other precious stones and preserved in the cathedral at Tournai

Background imagePreserved Collection: Jesuss Robe

Jesuss Robe
Jesuss robe, retrieved from the Holy Land in 326 by the empress Helena, and subsequently preserved in the cathedral at Trier, Germany

Background imagePreserved Collection: Dunkerque Preserved

Dunkerque Preserved
When the English besiege Dunkerque (Dunkirk) Faulconnier, bailli of the town, sacrifices all his wealth and that of others to buy the English off

Background imagePreserved Collection: Ruins Dougga Tunisia

Ruins Dougga Tunisia
The Temple of Celestis at Dougga (or Thugga) is a fairly well-preserved relic of Roman days

Background imagePreserved Collection: Racial /s Africa / Hottentot

Racial /s Africa / Hottentot
SaRTJE BaRTMAN, also known as The Hottentot Venus - African servant girl brought to London 1810 & exhibited there and in Paris, where she died 1815, her body preserved




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"Preserved: A Glimpse into the Timeless Treasures of History" Step into the Silkeborg museum in central Jutland and marvel at the Tollund man, perfectly preserved for over two millennia in a nearby peat bog. The Boeing 377 SGT Super Guppy F-BTGV Airbus Finningley stands as a testament to aviation history, its majestic form preserved for future generations to admire. Wastwater in the Lake District UK captivates with its pristine beauty, an untouched landscape that has been carefully preserved through time. Journey back to ancient Rome as you explore painted murals and frescoes inside a room at the Herculaneum ruins in Campania, Italy - an extraordinary preservation of art from centuries past. Discover Saartje Baartman's story, known as The Hottentot Venus. Her legacy serves as a reminder of both exploitation and resilience, preserving her memory and sparking conversations about human rights today. Witness Avro Lancaster I R5868s being bombed up for Sugar during wartime. These aircraft stand tall as symbols of bravery and sacrifice, their historical significance meticulously preserved. Barrow-in-Furness proudly showcases Coppernob - an enduring monument symbolizing industrial heritage that remains well-preserved amidst modernization. Gaze upon the majestic Langdale Pikes in the Lake District UK; these towering peaks have stood firm throughout time, their natural splendor impeccably conserved by Mother Nature herself. Pressed seaweed specimens C016 / 6127 offer glimpses into marine ecosystems long gone. Preserving such delicate organisms allows us to study our oceans' rich biodiversity across generations. Bestwood Colliery near Bestwood Village preserves memories of coal mining's heyday – reminding us of communities built on hard work while highlighting environmental progress made since then. Explore USS Intrepid aircraft carrier - a floating museum preserving naval history. Step aboard this mighty vessel to experience the bravery and innovation that shaped our world.