Widgeon Collection

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

An Afternoon At Home at a Modern Flying Club by Johns
Representative types of British light aeroplanes flying over a typical modern aerodrome. The green monoplane on the left is a Westland Widgeon

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Wild Fowl Shooting, 1858. The most numerous class of our wild-fowl visitors from the Arctic shores is the brent or black goose...The white geese are generally considered to consist of four different

Grumman G-44A Widgeon N44CH - FP469
Grumman G-44A Widgeon N44CH / FP469 (msn 1454) Date: circa 2000

Grumman G-44A Widgeon ZK-CFA (msn 1439), of N.Z. Tourist Air Travel Ltd, at Mechanic's Bay, NZ. Date: 1964

Laying the first submarine cable, 1850
3479158 Laying the first submarine cable, 1850; (add.info.: The Goliath and the Widgeon laying the first submarine cable between dover and Calais, 1850.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Widgeon - flock in flight, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19

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Widgeon - flock in flight, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19

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Widgeon - flock on lake in winter, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19

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Widgeon - flock landing on lake in winter, Island of Texel, The Netherlands Date: 11-Feb-19

The Crisis in South Africa, British Fleet on the Cape of Good Hope Station (litho)
1604984 The Crisis in South Africa, British Fleet on the Cape of Good Hope Station (litho) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in South Africa)

Nests and Eggs, c. 1860 (colour litho)
1109876 Nests and Eggs, c.1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Naturgeschichte des TierreichsA (Natural History of the Animal Kingdom)

A first attempt in 1850 by John Watkins Bretts Anglo-French Telegraph Company to lay
2619098 A first attempt in 1850 by John Watkins Bretts Anglo-French Telegraph Company to lay the first line under the English Channel, from Dover to Calais

Game (chromolitho)
3649851 Game (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Game. Illustration for Mrs Beetons Book of Household Management (Ward Lock, 1906).); © Look and Learn

Widgeon bluffing on the Roaring Fork (litho)
1090749 Widgeon bluffing on the Roaring Fork (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Widgeon bluffing on the Roaring Fork)

Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter, 1898 (pencil and watercolour)
659728 Mallard Widgeon and Snipe at the Edge of a Pool in Winter, 1898 (pencil and watercolour) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); 57.2x79.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Westland Widgeon G-APTW
Westland S-51 Series 2 Widgeon G-APTW (msn WA/H/150), of Westland Aircraft Limited, in the colours of Executair, which leased it from June 1959. Date: circa 1959

Westland WS. 51 Srs. 2 Widgeon G-APPS
Westland WS.51 Srs.2 Widgeon G-APPS (msn WA/H/3), of British United Airways 1960-1961. The first prototype, G-ALIK, was brought up to full Widgeon standard

Grumman G. 44 Widgeon N4617
Grumman G.44 Widgeon N4617 (msn 1364), which is seen after being re-engined with Lycoming GO-435 six-cylinder, horizontally opposed engines of around 212 hp. Date: circa 1960

Grumman G. 44 Widgeon N4617N
Grumman G.44 Widgeon N4617N Date: 1950s

Westland-Sikorsky WS-51 Mk. 1A G-ALIK
Westland-Sikorsky WS-51 Mk.1A G-ALIK (msn WA/H/3) at the Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party on 15th June 1952. In the background can be seen British European Airways Bell 47B-3 G-AKFB

RTAF Museum - Widgeon
Liaison Type 6 - Grumman G.44A Widgeon in the Royal Thai Air Force Museum at Don Mueang Royal Thai Air Force Base. Date: 1970s / 1980s

Royal Navy Makes Invasion Possible, 1943-44. The corvette Widgeon about to go into action with her A.A. guns. From The War Illustrated Volume 7 edited by Sir John Hammerton

Wigeon Anas penelope calling (whistling) Caerlaverock Dumfries winter

Grumman J4F Widgeon of US Coast Guard that came under US Navy jurisdiction in wartime

The Water Crawl Widgeon by Heath Robinson
The " Water Crawl" Widgeon - bluffing device on the Norfolk jungle. Another mind-boggling idea from the inventive mind of William Heath Robinson

Westland Widgeon III, G-AUGI / VH-UGI
Westland Widgeon III, G-AUGI/VH-UGI, is still airworthy

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aFD, Miss Ethyl, of the Anglo-American Oil Co

Fully-enclosed cabin temporarily fitted to Westland Widgeon
A fully enclosed cabin was temporarily fitted to Westland Widgeon III, G-EBRO

Westland Widgeon III, G-EBRL

Westland Widgeon III

Westland Widgeon I

Westland Widgeon II, G-EBJT

Wackett Widgeon model

Wackett Widgeon

Wackett Widgeon, G-EAKB

Eurasian wigeons C018 / 9260
Flock of Eurasian wigeons (Anas penelope). This dabbling duck is found in northern Europe and Asia

Eurasian wigeons C018 / 9261
Flock of Eurasian wigeons (Anas penelope). This dabbling duck is found in northern Europe and Asia

Eurasian wigeons C018 / 9258
Flock of Eurasian wigeons (Anas penelope). This dabbling duck is found in northern Europe and Asia

Eurasian wigeons C018 / 9259
Flock of Eurasian wigeons (Anas penelope). This dabbling duck is found in northern Europe and Asia

Widgeon, historical artwork
Widgeon. Historical artwork of a widgeon (Anas penelope). This duck inhabits inland lakes and rivers during the breeding season, but spends the winter at coastal marshes and estuaries

Female American Wigeon (American Widgeon) (Baldpate) (Anas americana), Potter Marsh, Alaska, United States of America, North America

American Wigeon (American Widgeon) (Baldpate) (Anas americana) hen, Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque Biological Park, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

The Goliah steamer paying out the electric wire
The first submarine electric telegraphic despatch from Dover to Cape Grinez, near Calais. Here, the cable is laid out as the Goliah steam ship sails from England to France

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The Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH, takes center stage in "An Afternoon At Home at a Modern Flying Club" by Johns. This iconic aircraft is known for its sleek design and impressive performance capabilities. With its distinctive appearance and powerful engine, the Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH, stands out among other planes on the tarmac. But it's not just one Westland Widgeon IIIA that steals the show - there are multiple sightings of this magnificent aircraft throughout the captions. From the Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH to the Grumman G-44A Widgeons N44CH - FP469 and ZK-CFA, these planes showcase their timeless beauty and enduring popularity. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, these widgeons have played significant roles in various historical events. One such event was captured in an image titled "Laying the first submarine cable, 1850. " It highlights how technology has evolved over time and how widgeons have been instrumental in advancing communication systems. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply appreciate classic aircrafts like these widgeons, these captivating images will transport you back in time. So sit back and enjoy as we take you on a journey through history with these remarkable flying machines.