Africa Collection (page 100)

Joint Logistic Support Ship Karel Doorman of the Royal Netherlands Navy
The Royal Netherlands Navy Joint Logistic Support Ship (JSS) Karel Doorman arriving in Freetown, Sierra Leone with a consignment of vehicles to help in the fight against Ebola in the region

RFA Argus Arriving in Sierra Leone to Help Combat Ebola
Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) Argus arriving in Sierra Leone during Operation Gritrock, the UKs response to fighting Ebola in the region

HMS Argyll with the French Ship FS Mistral
Type 23 frigate HMS Argyll (foreground) is pictured in company with her French counterpart FS Mistral off the West Africa coast

Sea King Helicopters During Excersise Western Rhumba 16 / 09 / 2004
3 Cdo Brigade Media Ops Ex Western Rhumba. Seaking Mk4 Helos from 846 NAS insert Royal Marines from BRF/BPT into the Birrim forest

Kenyan Navy Patrol Vessels Conduct an Exercise with HMS Monmouth
A Kenyan Navy Patrol vessel conducts navigational drills with Type 23 frigate HMS Monmouth (background) in the Indian Ocean

Suez Canal under construction, 1869
Dredges beiginning to build the Suez Canal, 1869. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Behaims 1492 globe showing a round Earth but no New World
Diagram of globe by Martin Behaim, without the New World, created in 1492. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

African ivory trade, 1800s
Ivory trader in an African village, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

African drums, 1800s
Waganda drummers, Africa, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Head of Ramses ll at entrance to Luxor temple

A herd of wildebeests graze on the African grasslands

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Elephants standing in grassland in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Elephants in a plain surrounded by mountains in Serengeti National Park

Impala in the tall grass at Selinda Reserve

The sun setting over a body of water at the Selinda Reserve

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A giraffe traversing the parched landscape

Two zebras walking on the plains of the Selinda Reserve

Two young male Kudu smell each other in wetlands

Two White Rhinoceroses during the wet season

Early morning balloon ride over the sand and mountains

Close-up of side of male lion face

Leopard lies with head resting on branch
A female leopard lies in dappled sunlight with her head resting on a branch, watching the camera. She has a yellowish-brown coat with black and brown rosettes, white whiskers and green eyes

Male greater kudu lies down under tree

Male greater kudu walks down wooded riverbank

Mono close-up of half male lion face
A male lion lies facing the camera. He has a brown coat with brown eyes and a long mane. Shot with a Sony a1 and a 400mm lens in Chobe National Park, Botswana, in October 2022

Mono leopard lies resting chin on branch

Panorama of African bush elephants crossing river

Ramses II Colossus at the entrance and central corridor of Luxor temple

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At sunrise, hot air balloons hover above the Nile

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Looking west towards the Valley of the Kings at sunrise

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Africa, a continent of rich history and diverse landscapes. From the ancient Al-Idrisis world map in 1154 to the modern Africa Political Map, this land has witnessed countless changes over time. Babar, king of the elephants, and Celeste playing tennis at Celesteville remind us of the enchanting stories that have emerged from this vibrant continent. In Ice Cold In Alex (1958), we catch a glimpse of Africa's cinematic allure. But beyond its cultural contributions, it also holds geological significance with continental drift shaping its landscape over 250 million years. The stunning image of Gemsbok gracefully navigating Namibia's sand dunes showcases the remarkable wildlife found on this vast land. And who can forget the breathtaking Mount Kilimanjaro Sunset? A sight that leaves visitors in awe. Even from space, Africa captivates our attention as seen in Apollo 17's photograph capturing the whole earth. The White pelicans at Walvis Bay in Namibia add to its natural beauty and diversity. Let us not forget Africa's historical context as depicted by the British Empire world map from the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of colonialism's impact on this great continent. Africa is more than just a place; it is an intricate tapestry woven with tales of triumphs and struggles, captivating landscapes, and diverse cultures. This caption only scratches the surface of what makes Africa truly special – an ever-evolving mosaic waiting to be explored and understood by all who seek its treasures.