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"Switching Perspectives: From WW2 Posters to Flying Boats and Cheery Families" In the midst of World War II

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Acer palmatum Katsura Japanese maple Orange subject Orange b/g

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SUB_0148
Pyrus salicifolia Pendula Pear White subject Green b/g

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TIS_0355
Betula purpurea Birch - Purple birch Green subject

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VG_0103
Variety not identified White subject

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VG_0102
Malus domestica - variety not identified Apple Pink subject

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VG_0106
Erica carnea Heather / Winter heath / Spring heath / Bell heather White subject

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Malus domestica Charles Ross Apple Red subject Green b/g

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SK_0488
Citrofortunella Microcarpa Calamondin Orange subject Green b/g

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SK_0473
Malus domestica Charles Ross Apple Red subject Green b/g

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Acer - variety not identified Japanese maple Green subject

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acer cultivar, japanese maple
2552 Japanese maple Acer cultivar

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prunus spinosa, blackthorn, sloe
1721 Blackthorn / Sloe Prunus spinosa Blackthorn blossom Prunus spinosa

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SUB_0073
Acer - variety not identified Maple Pink subject

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Betula - variety not identified Birch Green subject

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SUB_0077
Acer - variety not identified Maple Green subject

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Acer - variety not identified Maple Red subject

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Orange subject Black b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Orange subject Black b/g

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Acer palmatum ozakazuki Japanese maple Orange subject

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Acer palmatum O kagami Japanese maple Orange subject

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Orange subject Brown b/g

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Acer palmatum Japanese maple Orange subject

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Acer palmatum Japanese maple Orange subject Blue b/g

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SK_0211
Acer palmatum Japanese maple Orange subject

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Acer palmatum Japanese maple Orange subject

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Acer palmatum Nicholsonii Japanese maple Orange subject Green b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Red subject Black b/g

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Acer japonicum Vitifolium Japanese maple Red subject Green b/g

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Acer palmatum Beni-kagami Japanese maple Red subject

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Prunus persica Stark Saturn Daytime Outdoor Growing Close-up View - Side view Orientation - Horizontal orientation One Editorial Twig Fruiting season - Summer Crops Deciduous Edible Food

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Acer pseudoplatanus Foliage Leaf Twig Plant Daytime Outdoor Growing Close-up View - Back view View - Side view Underneath Orientation - Horizontal orientation Editorial Deciduous Colour Nobody Sunny

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Tree
Digitally manipulated image of tree branches with the appearance that they are rising from cloud or water with soft, muted background colour and pearlescent light

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Alnus glutinosa Alder Red subject Green b/g

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Larix - variety not identified Larch Orange subject Orange b/g

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Quercus robur Oak - Acorn Brown subject Green b/g

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Acer japonicum Acontifolium Japanese maple Orange subject

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Betula pendula Birch - Weeping birch White subject White b/g

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Gaultheria hispida Snow-berry White subject White b/g

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Quercus robur Oak Brown subject

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Viscum album Mistletoe Green subject

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Prunus Shujaku Cherry Pink subject

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Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn Red subject Blue b/g

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Malus scheideckeri Hillieri Apple Pink subject

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Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn Red subject

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Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn Red subject

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Rosa canina Rose / Wild rose / Dog rose Green subject

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Rosa canina Rose / Wild rose / Dog rose Green subject

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Euonymus hamiltonianus Spindle Tree Mixed colours subject




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"Switching Perspectives: From WW2 Posters to Flying Boats and Cheery Families" In the midst of World War II, a powerful message was conveyed through a simple yet impactful poster: "Switch off that Light. " This call to action urged citizens to conserve energy and protect their cities from enemy attacks. The switch symbolized not only the physical act of turning off lights but also the collective effort needed to safeguard homes and communities. Fast forward to 1776, where Colonel Henry Knox's arrival in the Continental Army acted as a pivotal switch point in American history. His expertise in artillery proved instrumental in shaping the outcome of battles during the Revolutionary War. Knox became an emblematic figure, representing resilience and strategic thinking - qualities that could turn tides on any battlefield. Meanwhile, Magnolia Mary Slankard captured both front and behind-the-scenes moments at London's Coliseum. Her lens switched between capturing grand performances on stage to revealing glimpses of actors preparing backstage. Through her photographs, she highlighted the intricate dance between illusion and reality within theater. Speaking of switches, imagine two men at the controls of a Sunderland flying boat soaring through vast skies. With precision and coordination, they manipulated switches that controlled every aspect of flight - altitude adjustments, engine power shifts, navigation changes. These skilled aviators relied on these switches for safe passage across oceans or into battle zones. Now let us introduce you to Cheery Families - a delightful card game featuring characters like Miss Switch (the Schoolmaster's Daughter), Master Switch (the Schoolmaster's Son), Mrs Switch (the Schoolmaster's Wife), and Mr Switch (the Schoolmaster). Each card represented different family members with unique traits or roles; players would strategically switch cards around for optimal gameplay outcomes. Beyond games lies real-life situations where switching plays its part too. A luxurious Cunard Line cabin lamp made from gilt brass and alabaster served as an elegant switch for illuminating ship cabins.