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Sea Wall Collection (#4)

"From Dawlish to Havana: Exploring the Majestic Sea Walls Across Continents" A glimpse into history

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Hawaii, Maui, Kaihalulu red sand beach in Hana

Hawaii, Maui, Kaihalulu red sand beach in Hana

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Old town and sea wall in Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Cote D Azur, French Riviera

Old town and sea wall in Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Cote D Azur, French Riviera, France

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Royal Engineers are removing the concrete dragons teeth defence blocks on the front at Hastings

Royal Engineers are removing the concrete dragons teeth defence blocks on the front at Hastings
Royal Engineers are removing the concrete " dragons teeth" defence blocks on the front at Hastings, Sussex. The blocks, weighing nearly three tons each, are loosened by a bull-dozer

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Rough seas at Hastings. 1 February 1938

Rough seas at Hastings. 1 February 1938

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Breach in the South Devon Railway Sea-Wall, Near Dawlish, 1873

Breach in the South Devon Railway Sea-Wall, Near Dawlish, 1873

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Cardinal Richelieu on the sea wall at La Rochelle, 1881 (oil on canvas) (detail of

Cardinal Richelieu on the sea wall at La Rochelle, 1881 (oil on canvas) (detail of
XIR307586 Cardinal Richelieu on the sea wall at La Rochelle, 1881 (oil on canvas) (detail of 153763) by Motte, Henri-Paul (1846-1922); Musee d Orbigny-Bernon, La Rochelle

Background imageSea Wall Collection: A View of Part of the Town of Boston in New England and British Ships of War Landing Their Troops

A View of Part of the Town of Boston in New England and British Ships of War Landing Their Troops
XND70115 A View of Part of the Town of Boston in New England and British Ships of War Landing Their Troops, 1768 (hand-coloured engraving) by Revere

Background imageSea Wall Collection: The Log Cabin at Hamburg Harbour, 1848 (oil on paper on board)

The Log Cabin at Hamburg Harbour, 1848 (oil on paper on board)
XKH148994 The Log Cabin at Hamburg Harbour, 1848 (oil on paper on board) by Ruths, Valentin (1825-1905); 25.3x34.4 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Madeira Walk, Brighton (b / w photo)

Madeira Walk, Brighton (b / w photo)
XJF1127289 Madeira Walk, Brighton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madeira Terrace is the platform that runs from the Aquarium Terraces all the way)

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Nice Seafront

Nice Seafront
People sitting along the seafront in Nice, France in August 1948. (Photo by Ivan Dmitri/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

Background imageSea Wall Collection: The south-westerly gale in the English Channel rose to great violence as at high tide

The south-westerly gale in the English Channel rose to great violence as at high tide, waves 40 to 50 feet high broke over the sea wall at Rock a Nore, Hastings. 24 November 1946

Background imageSea Wall Collection: ITALY, Sardinia, Alghero. City walls from the yacht marina, sunrise

ITALY, Sardinia, Alghero. City walls from the yacht marina, sunrise
Italy, Sardinia, Alghero. City walls from the yacht marina, sunrise

Background imageSea Wall Collection: ITALY, Sardinia, Alghero. City from yacht marina

ITALY, Sardinia, Alghero. City from yacht marina
Italy, Sardinia, Alghero. City from yacht marina

Background imageSea Wall Collection: ITALY, Sardinia, Alghero. Aerial town view from the east, morning

ITALY, Sardinia, Alghero. Aerial town view from the east, morning
Italy, Sardinia, Alghero. Aerial town view from the east, morning

Background imageSea Wall Collection: The small village of Neils Harbour, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cape Breton Island

The small village of Neils Harbour, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Mutrah, Muscat, Oman, Middle East

Mutrah, Muscat, Oman, Middle East

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Buildings along The Malecon bathed in soft evening sunlight with large waves crashing against

Buildings along The Malecon bathed in soft evening sunlight with large waves crashing against the sea wall, The Malecon, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Repairing sea defences, excavators repairing seawall on shingle beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset

Repairing sea defences, excavators repairing seawall on shingle beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, February 2014

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Major breach in shingle defence sea wall after December 2013 tidal surge, Salthouse, Norfolk

Major breach in shingle defence sea wall after December 2013 tidal surge, Salthouse, Norfolk, England, January

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Looking along the sea wall toward Orford showing Orford castle and church, boats on the River Alde

Looking along the sea wall toward Orford showing Orford castle and church, boats on the River Alde

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Italy, Venice, island of Murano. Lighthouse

Italy, Venice, island of Murano. Lighthouse

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Lions Gate Bridge, Stanley Park, British Columbia

Lions Gate Bridge, Stanley Park, British Columbia

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Seychelles, La Digue Island, La Passe, harbor at dusk with rainbow

Seychelles, La Digue Island, La Passe, harbor at dusk with rainbow

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Gulls on seawall, Essaouira, Morocco

Gulls on seawall, Essaouira, Morocco

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Cat on seawall, Essaouira, Morocco

Cat on seawall, Essaouira, Morocco

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Rabat, Morocco - Oudayas Point

Rabat, Morocco - Oudayas Point Date: circa 1910s

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Rough Seas hit the Waterfront at Ramsgate, Kent

Rough Seas hit the Waterfront at Ramsgate, Kent Date: circa 1910s

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Seawall behind the beach at Papudo, Chile

Seawall behind the beach at Papudo, Chile
The seawall behind the beach at Papudo, Chile Date: circa 1910s

Background imageSea Wall Collection: About 750 Brent Geese flying along the sea wall Terrington Marsh, The Wash

About 750 Brent Geese flying along the sea wall Terrington Marsh, The Wash

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Brent Geese flying along the sea wall Terrington Marsh, The Wash

Brent Geese flying along the sea wall Terrington Marsh, The Wash

Background imageSea Wall Collection: View of sea wall protecting harbour entrance, sea wall preventing sand encroachment from South

View of sea wall protecting harbour entrance, sea wall preventing sand encroachment from South Bull sandbank at Sandymount, Great South Wall, Dublin Port, Dublin Bay, Ireland, november

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Lighthouse on sea wall protecting harbour entrance, Poolbeg Lighthouse, Great South Wall

Lighthouse on sea wall protecting harbour entrance, Poolbeg Lighthouse, Great South Wall, Dublin Port, Dublin Bay, Ireland, november

Background imageSea Wall Collection: People walking on sea wall protecting harbour entrance, sea wall preventing sand encroachment

People walking on sea wall protecting harbour entrance, sea wall preventing sand encroachment from South Bull sandbank at Sandymount, Great South Wall, Dublin Port, Dublin Bay, Ireland, november

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Digger working on the sea wall at Tollesbury - Essex

Digger working on the sea wall at Tollesbury - Essex

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Beach huts on seawall of seaside resort at sunrise, Southwold, Suffolk, England, april

Beach huts on seawall of seaside resort at sunrise, Southwold, Suffolk, England, april

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Grate covering glass plate measuring rate of cracking in granite sea wall protecting harbour

Grate covering glass plate measuring rate of cracking in granite sea wall protecting harbour entrance, sea wall preventing sand encroachment from South Bull sandbank at Sandymount, Great South Wall

Background imageSea Wall Collection: View along The Malecon showing people sitting on the seawall enjoying the evening sunshine

View along The Malecon showing people sitting on the seawall enjoying the evening sunshine, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Outer Sodus Lighthouse, Greater Rochester Area, New York State, United States of America

Outer Sodus Lighthouse, Greater Rochester Area, New York State, United States of America, North America

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Light beacon on the seawall promenade in Stanley Park, Burrard Inlet, Vancouver

Light beacon on the seawall promenade in Stanley Park, Burrard Inlet, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, North America

Background imageSea Wall Collection: Sea wall construction, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe

Sea wall construction, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
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"From Dawlish to Havana: Exploring the Majestic Sea Walls Across Continents" A glimpse into history: The King Class locomotive gracefully passes by the iconic sea wall at Dawlish, 1933. Where river meets city: The Genesee River flows alongside Rochester's impressive skyline, protected by a sturdy sea wall in New York State, USA. Tranquility at Lyme Regis: The picturesque harbour is sheltered by a charming sea wall in Dorset, England – a haven for seafarers and visitors alike. Caribbean charm on El Malecon: Havana's famous seawall embraces the vibrant spirit of Cuba as it stretches along the West Indies coastline in Central America. Captivating Mentone views: Artist Walter Frederick Roofe Tyndale captures the beauty of this French Riviera town from Garavan, showcasing its enchanting sea wall circa 1910. Timeless elegance in Havana: El Malecon and Hotel Nacional stand proudly against the crashing waves, epitomizing Cuba's rich history and architectural grandeur. Sailing through time at Portland's sea wall: A replica Revolutionary War era ship docks beside this protective barrier, reminding us of maritime heritage and adventure. Coastal serenity in Hastings' Warrior Square: Nestled between towering cliffs and an enduring sea wall lies this peaceful retreat on England's southern coast. Ancient walls guarding Antibes' old town: Alpes-Maritimes reveals its historic charm as an imposing sea wall protects Antibes' cobbled streets and Provençal allure. Collioure’s watercolor dreamscape: In 1929, artists captured the essence of this Mediterranean gem with its colorful buildings embraced by a protective embrace of stone along its shorelines. Sunset magic at El Morro Castle Lighthouse.