Visor Collection (#7)

A grenadier provides suppressing fire during counter-ambush training
January 28, 2013 - A grenadier provides suppressing fire during counter-ambush training, as part of Exercise Iron Fist 2013, aboard Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

Pilot waves from the cockpit of an F-5E Tiger II plane of the Patrouille Suisse aerobatic team

Self-portrait of an aerial combat photographer before takeoff
August 19, 2009 - An aerial photographer takes a self portrait before takeoff from Atlantic City, New Jersey, on a training mission with the 119th Fighter Squadron

U. S. Air Force member prepares to throw a wind sonde out a C-130J Hercules
February 23, 2012 - U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant prepares to throw a wind sonde out a C-130J Hercules at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas

An Iraqi firefighter double checks his partners personal protective equipment
Baghdad, Iraq, December 24, 2008 - An Iraqi firefighter double checks his partners personal protective equipment before participating in a live fire training scenario

A F-15 pilot looks over at his wingman while in flight
A F-15 pilot from the 173rd Fighter Wing looks over at his wingman during a training mission over Central Oregon

Close-up view of a firefighter in a fire proximity suit
Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, August 27, 2009 - Close-up view of an Aircraft Rescue Firefighter Marine in a heat-resistant bunker suit

Aerial gunner scans the terrain below for suspicious activity
May 10, 2008, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska - Aerial gunner scans the terrain below for suspicious activity over the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System during Northern Edge

Crew chief scans the area from a UH-1N Huey helicopter
August 12, 2014 - Crew chief scans the area for potential obstacles, from a UH-1N Huey helicopter during a training mission near Yokota Air Base, Japan

Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an aircraft on the flight deck
February 8, 2013 - Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis

High dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk gunner
A high dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun

Crew chief looking out the window of a CH-47 Chinook while in flight to Playas Training Area, New Mexico, during exercise Angel Thunder 2013

A UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun
A high dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun

U. S. Army Officer speaks to a pilot aboard a UH-60A Black Hawk
April 13, 2007 - U.S. Army Officer speaks to a pilot aboard a UH-60A Black Hawk helicopter over Nicaragua during New Horizons-Nicaragua 2007

Pilot in the cockpit of a UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter
Kunduz, Afghanistan - Pilot in the cockpit of a UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter

U. S. Air Force F-15C Eagle pilot in the cockpit
U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle pilot in the cockpit, Neuberg, Germany

Close-up of a U. S. Air Force flight engineer
October 9, 2011 - U.S. Air Force flight engineer looks out over Afghanistan while flying in an Afghan Air Force Mi-17 helicopter

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator mans a. 50 caliber machine gun
Persian Gulf, December 30, 2004 - Aviation Warfare Systems Operator mans a.50 caliber machine gun during routine flight missions

U. S. Navy Aviation Warfare Systems Operator
March 28, 2007 - U.S. Navy Aviation Warfare Systems Operator waits to board an SH-60 Seahawk helicopter aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)

A rescue drill is performed on the flight deck of USS George H. W. Bush
Atlantic Ocean, August 29, 2010 - A Sailor assigned to the air department crash and salvage division aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush, performs a rescue drill on the ships flight deck

Aviation Boatswains Mate confirms an aircrafts weight
January 17, 2013 - Aviation Boatswains Mate confirms an aircrafts weight while fellow Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an aircraft on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis

Firefighters participate in a fire training exercise
October 1, 2007 - Firefighters participate in a fire training exercise

A search and rescue swimmer sits in the back of an MH-60S Sea Hawk
Arabian Sea, August 29, 2013 - A search and rescue swimmer sits in the back of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter

A F-15 pilot looks over at his wingman while in flight over Oregon
A F-15 pilot from the 114th Fighter Squadron looks over at his wingman during a training mission over Central Oregon

Belgian Infantry soldiers training in crowd and riot control
Army Base Leopoldsburg, Belgium - Belgian Infantry soldiers training in crowd and riot control. The soldiers are dressed like riot police officers in full riot gear

Firemen confirm a simulated fire is extinguished on the flight deck of USS Chosin
July 14, 2012 - U.S. Navy Damage Controlman Firemen confirm a simulated fire is extinguished during a helicopter crash and salvage drill on the flight deck of the guided missile cruiser USS Chosin

Self-portrait of a pilot in the cockpit of his aircraft during flight

Naval Aircrewman conducts a search and rescue drill on an MH-60S Sea Hawk
Philippine Sea, July 1, 2013 - Naval Aircrewman conducts a search and rescue drill on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter

A pilot sitting in the back of a two-seater F-14 Tomcat
An F-14 radar intercept officer (RIO) sitting in the back-seater of the two-seat fighter plane, enjoying a panoramic view of the world below and the sky above

Czech Air Force door gunner scans the ground from a Mi-17 helicopter
December 1, 2012 - Czech Air Force door gunner scans the ground for threats from an Afghan Air Force Mil Mi-17 helicopter during a mission from Kabul, Afghanistan

Loyalist protesters attack police lines at the Albertbridge Road in Belfast, Northern
July 12, 2013 - Loyalist protesters attack police lines at the Albertbridge Road in Belfast, Northern Ireland. With the Orange Order demanding its right to walk traditional routes

A Blue Angels pilot helmet with aircraft reflection in visor
A Blue Angels pilot helmet on the tarmac with the aircraft reflection in the helmet visor during an air show rehearsal at Naval Air Station Millington, Tennessee, 1979

A pilot salutes prior to take off in an F / A-18C Hornet
March 22, 2013 - A pilot salutes prior to take off in an F/A-18C Hornet on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis

A soldier provides security
June 26, 2009 - A soldier provides security during a medical evacuation mission over the Helmand Province, Afghanistan

A U. S. Air Force C-130J Hercules pilot flies a mission over Afghanistan
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Hercules pilot flies a mission over Afghanistan

Sailors conduct a damage control exercise aboard USS Thach
Pacific Ocean, June 24, 2013 - Sailors conduct a damage control exercise aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG-43)

Three F-15 Eagles fly high during a training mission
Three F-15 Eagles from the Massachusetts Air National Guard fly high over New England during a training mission

Soldier mans a. 50 caliber machine gun on an SH-60 Seahawk
Persian Gulf, December 31, 2004 a Aviation Warfare Systems Operator mans a.50 caliber machine gun while serving as a door gunner aboard an SH-60 Seahawk prior to taking off from the flight deck

A pilot sitting in the cockpit of a Brazilian Air Force F-5 aircraft
Close-up of a pilot sitting in the cockpit of a Brazilian Air Force F-5 aircraft

A UH-60L Blackhawk door gunner mans a M-240G machine gun
Kunduz, Afghanistan - A UH-60L Blackhawk door gunner mans a M-240G machine gun

Illustration of two raptors riding a motor scooter

Two combatants begin a judicial duel, from Military and Religious Life in the
KW478230 Two combatants begin a judicial duel, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880 (litho) by French School

Gilt armour given to Charls I by the city of London, from A Short History of
KW387015 Gilt armour given to Charls I by the city of London, from A Short History of the English People by J. R. Green, published in 1893 (litho) by English School

Soldier wearing a visored helmet, from the The Vallardi Album (pen & ink on paper)
XIR242781 Soldier wearing a visored helmet, from the The Vallardi Album (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Pisanello, Antonio (1395-1455); Louvre, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

Self Portrait, 1775 (pastel on paper)
XIR205496 Self Portrait, 1775 (pastel on paper) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 46x38 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

ENGLISH ARMY IN CALAIS. The English army before Calais in 1347. Pen-and-ink drawing, late 19th century, by Paul Hardy

JEAN-BAPTISTE CHARDIN (1699-1779). Jean-Baptiste-Simeon Chardin. French painter. Self-portrait with eyeshade. Pastel, 1775

APACHE WOMAN & CHILD, c1906. An Apache woman holding an infant in a cradleboard. Photograph by Edward Curtis, c1906

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"Reflecting History: The Visor's Journey Through Time" From the iconic Apollo 11 mission to medieval knights and beyond, the visor has played a significant role in various aspects of our world. In Buzz Aldrin's historic moonwalk on July 20, 1969, his visor captured an awe-inspiring reflection of Neil Armstrong and the Eagle lunar module. This image forever etched in our minds symbolizes humanity's triumphs in space exploration. But the visor's significance extends far beyond space travel. It takes us back to medieval times when knights donned their armor for battle. Engravings like "The Knight, Death and the Devil" from 1513 depict these brave warriors wearing helmets with protective visors as they faced adversity fearlessly. Fast forward to more recent history, where soldiers without guns relied on their trusty helmets with visors during World War II. A color lithograph from that era showcases their resilience amidst chaos. Not limited to warfare alone, the it also finds its place in craftsmanship and protection. Oxy-acetylene welding relies on this essential tool for safety while working with intense heat and sparks. Nature too experiences its own battles against parasites like the Varroa mite that plague beehives worldwide due to climate change impacts. A damaged beehive in Cockermouth serves as a stark reminder of how even insects need protection through specialized equipment such as beekeeper veils with sturdy meshed visors. Art enthusiasts appreciate historical engravings showcasing exquisite headgear like Spanish sallets or Italian Sallets crafted by renowned schools such as Missaglia around 1500 AD. These intricate designs highlight not only functionality but also artistic expression within armor-making traditions. As we explore different eras and contexts where this humble yet vital piece of equipment appears, it becomes clear that the visor is more than just a practical accessory; it embodies human ingenuity, protection, and the relentless pursuit of progress.