Response Collection (#2)

Chinas first modern arsenal (b / w photo)
3099706 Chinas first modern arsenal (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinas first modern arsenal)

Woman playing the piano in a highly expressive way, to the disquiet of a dog (colour litho)
3093514 Woman playing the piano in a highly expressive way, to the disquiet of a dog (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The new armoured cars with which a famous Cavalry Regiment has bean equipped and which have been aptly christened " Ironsides"

The war Office announces that 500, 000 capes will be delivered for issue to the Home Guard by the end of the year. The cape, of knee length, is made of battle dress material

The new steel helmet for use by civilians as announced by Herbert Morrison in the House of Commons. February 1941

The new National Fire Service discs being prepared by the NFS for use where the local authority so requests by Fire Guard Block and street Fire Party leaders when summoning the National Fire Service

New Surrey training camp for part time fire fighters. New Parliamentary Secretary of Food talks to Fire Force cooks before taking up his new job

Armstrong Whitworth Awana - J6860
Armstrong Whitworth Awana J6860. The Awana was designed in response to Air Ministry Specification 5/20 for a twin-engined Troop Carrying Aeroplane

Georges Seurat Models Poseuses 1886a'1888 Oil
Georges Seurat: Models (Poseuses), Georges Seurat, 1886-1888, Oil on canvas, In this scene set inside Georges Seurats studio

Wasp sting reaction. Swollen hand of a 43 year old man next to his other unaffected hand. The swelling and inflammation is caused by an allergic reaction to a wasp sting

The Edge of the American Sector, Berlin, 1949
Photograph showing German men and women removing the rubble barricades between the American Sector and the Soviet Sector of Berlin at the end of the Berlin Blockade, May 1949

Procession of flagellants. The practice of flagellantism was prevalent in the 14th century perhaps in response to the Black Death. From an etching by Caspar Jacobsz after a work by Pernard Picart

R. A. F activities Plane arriving response flare light
R.A.F. activities. Plane arriving in response to flare light signal, Ramleh Aerodrome. 1934, Israel, Ramlah

Bull Moose (Alces Alces) Doing Flehman Response To Check On Cow Moose During The Rut, South-Central Alaska; United States Of America

1923 Corfu Incident
Italian troops occupy Corfu, in response to the deaths of an Italian general and four of his staff on the Greek- Albanian frontier. Date: 1923

Donkey - Linda at London Zoo ?TopFoto Jaws retort response joke hey tongue long in the tooth dental inspection open wide loud pay attention shout noise nostrils

False Coral Snake (Lampropeltis triangulum) Andes, ECUADOR. South America
Captive False Coral Snake (Lampropeltis triangulum), Andes, Ecuador

Fight-or-flight response, artwork
Fight-or-flight response. Artwork showing the bodys fight-or-flight response to a threat. Visual perception (yellow arrow) can trigger fear memories controlled by the brains amygdala (yellow)

French wartime poster, The Allies Respond
French wartime poster, by land, by sea and by air, The Allies Respond. Showing a group of men in khaki uniform with various national flags. 1940s

Health and safety test mannequin. The mannequin has been released from the tower (background) at a certain height, in order to test the response of the safety net

Lymphatic system, artwork
Artwork of the lymphatic system in a male figure showing lymph vessels (green lines) draining fluid from body tissues. As part of the immune system

Metropolitan Police Helicopters
A pair of Metropolitan Police Helicopters. In the foreground is one of the first three Metropolitan Police Bell 222 air support helicopters (G-METC)

Jumbo / Letter
In response to Miss Stevens enquiry Jumbos keeper, Matthew Scott, informs her that the circumference of the elephants hind feet is 5 and the fore feet 5 6"

Two pages of music, Commune Dedicationis Ecclesiae
Two pages of music for singing in religious services, Commune Dedicationis Ecclesiae. 17th century

Charles VI (1368-1422), the Beloved. King of France. Charles
Charles VI (1368-1422), the Beloved. King of France from 1380 to his death. Charles IVs secretary Pierre Salmon presents the manuscript to Charles VI. Miniature. 15th century. France National Library

Edward III refusing to send aid to his son (Edward, the Black Prince) at the Battle of Crecy, 26 August 1346. His response was " Let the boy win his spurs"

London Fire Brigade - 19th Century - Horse-drawn steam pump
Off to the Fire London Fire Brigade - 19th Century - Horse-drawn steam pump Date: 19th century

Device fitted to larger submarines by G. H. Davis
In response to the accident experienced by the British A7 submarine, a new device is fitted to all the larger submarines, allowing the men inside to put on their diving costumes

Thrilling Mediterranean feat by G. H. Davis
The convoy must go through, ordered the admiral -- and it did. Story of a thrilling Mediterranean feat during the Second World War

Aerial warfare in summer skies by G. H. Davis
Beware of the Hun in the sun: aerial warfare in summer skies, flight formations and tactics dependent on the suns position. Left: hide and seek in the clouds, with the sun used for cover

Bust Woman Elaborate Coiffure ca 1530 Black chalk
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3D rendering of macrophage phagocytosis

Microscopic view of phagocytic macrophages, which are involved in the immune response within the body

Torn muscle fibers with healing stages surrounding. 1. Macrophage clean-up. 2. New cells migrate to repair. 3. Cells differentiate to become muscle cells

A Clear Stage and No Favour, 1730 (engravign)
XJF867829 A Clear Stage and No Favour, 1730 (engravign) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A return from a march or a false alarm in a country village, engraving 1799, a group of British citizens mustered in response to an alarm that the French were attacking England which proved to be

King Robert II (970-1031) son of Hugh Capet (c. 944-996) composing Sequences and Responses
XJF193897 King Robert II (970-1031) son of Hugh Capet (c.944-996) composing Sequences and Responses, from the Chroniques de France

Allegory of the student unions, 1830, print maker: Abraham Vinkeles, print maker: Beijer, 1830 - 1831

Railway Porter rather rude to sizeable female passenger
Stout Party - " And can t I get to X - without walking?" Railway Porter - " Well, theres the coal Train, Mum." Stout Party - " How much will it cost me

Cornish Boatman sets an amateur fisherman straight
Sarcastic Amateur Fisherman: " Are there any fish to be caught here, my man?" Cornish Boatman: " No Zur; You caught em all the last time as you was here!" Date: circa 1890s

The logical response to a question fom the older generation
" Now, Boy, where does Port wine come from?" " From the Public- ouse." !!! Date: circa 1890s

Boy provides straightforward answer when quizzed by Uncle
Uncle John - " Well, Bobby, how did you manage to get out so soon?" Bobby " Leg Before, Uncle." Date: circa 1890s

Young boy admonished for fishin on the Sabbath
Clergyman - " My Boy, do you know its wicked to fish on the Sabbath?" Youngster - " I isn t fishing; I m teachin this ere wurm ter swim." Date: 1895

Military Father disarmed by daughters generous reply
Disarmed. " Why do you pick those flowers" " To give to you." Date: 1898

Mistaken identity - Gentleman and Jewish woman
Mistaken identity - " Good Morning Mis Voss!" " My name is not Voss. It never Voss and it never vill be!". Date: 1900

Common Coot (Fulica atra) flock, gathered together on water after sighting Marsh Harrier (Circus sp. ), Sundarbans
Common Coot (Fulica atra) flock, gathered together on water after sighting Marsh Harrier (Circus sp.), Sundarbans, Ganges Delta, West Bengal, India, February

Barents Sea July 19th, 2003, as seen by MODIS. Image courtesy of Jacques Descloitres, MODIS Land Rapid Response Team at NASA GSFC

The Irish Sea (right) full of phytoplankton in this true-colour image from January 2002. The Irish Sea separates Ireland (centre) from the United Kingdom (right)

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"Unyielding and Swift: The Response of LCC-LFB Tooley Street Fire Station and its Courageous Crews" In the heart of London, a beacon of bravery stands tall - the LCC-LFB Tooley Street fire station. With their unwavering dedication to serving the community, these fearless firefighters embody the true essence of response. Just as taste buds react to various flavors on a human tongue, these heroes swiftly respond to any emergency that arises. Like the light green area sensitive to bitter taste, they face adversity head-on with determination and resilience. Similar to the yellow areas sensitive to sour taste, their quick actions neutralize potentially disastrous situations before they escalate further. Much like how blue areas on a tongue detect saltiness, these valiant individuals sprinkle hope amidst chaos by extinguishing flames that threaten lives and property. And just as purple areas sense sweetness in every bite, their presence brings relief and comfort during times of distress. Looking back at history, we find another remarkable example in action - the horse-drawn steam pump utilized by London Fire Brigade in the 19th century. This ingenious invention allowed for faster reaction times and showcased humanity's constant pursuit for better ways to respond effectively. During World War I, a powerful message was conveyed through an iconic "Save Food" poster. It served as a reminder that even our choices regarding food consumption can have profound consequences on society's ability to respond adequately during challenging times. The year 1888 witnessed an extraordinary display of women's empowerment when matchgirls led by Besant stood up against unfair working conditions. Their collective response ignited change not only within their industry but also inspired others around them. As Parliament opened its doors in grandeur depicted in lithographs from yesteryears, it symbolized democracy's continuous response towards progress and governance for all citizens. On microscopic levels within our bodies too, cells exhibit incredible responses. Plasma cells captured under TEM reveal their role in producing antibodies, a vital defense mechanism against infections.