Argus Collection (page 5)

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Scotch Argus Butterfly basking on leaf Turkey

Blue Argus (Aricia anteros) adult female, basking on rock, at 2800m, Pontic Mountains, Anatolia, Turkey, July

Captain H L St J Fancourt and Lt-Cdr As McTurk
Captain H.L.St.J. Fancourt and Lt-Cdr A.S. McTurk on the bridge of HMS Argus (I49), September 1943

HMS Argus (I49) in habour in 1918, painted in camouflage
HMS Argus (I49) in habour in 1918, painted in dazzle camouflage, with a Renown class battlecruiser in the distance. Date: 1918

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Argus Reed Frog / African Reed Frog (Hyperolius argus) Date:

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Scotch Argus - upperside - resting on grass - introduced to area (Erbia aethiops) Date:

Picture No. 10890453
Silver-studded Blue Butterfly - pair mating - on grass stem (Plebejus argus) Date:

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Silver-studded Blue Butterfly - pair mating - on grass stem (Plebejus argus) Date:

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Blue-spotted Grouper (Cephalopholis argus) Date:

Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) two adults, roosting on dry flowerheads, Corsica, France, April

The first Canadair CL-28 Argus 20710
The first Canadair CL-28 Argus, 20710

The Perilous Situation of Major Money
Plate showing The Perilous Situation of Major Money. When he fell into the sea with his balloon on th 23 July 1785 off the coast of Yarmouth; was providentially discovered

Mercury and Argus c1659. Oil on canvas. Diego Velasquez (1599-1660) Spanish painter. In Greek mythology Argus had 100 eyes. Set to watch Io, Mercury charmed him to sleep with his lyre and killed him

Geranium Argus (Plebejus eumedon) adult, drinking minerals from wet ground, Italian Alps, Italy, July

Argusianus argus, great argus
Detail of a feather from a great argus (Argusianus argus) from the Natural History Museum at Tring

Erebia aethiops, scotch argus butterfly

Argusianus argus grayi, great argus
Plate 12 by Joseph Wolf from Daniel Giraud Elliots A Monograph of the Phasianid, or Family of the Pheasants, (1872)

Mercury and Argus, 1659. Diego Rodriguez de Silva Velazquez (1599-1660). Oil on canvas, 127 x 248 cm

BUILDING THE ARGO. Argus (right) building the Argo, while Athena helps Tiphys erect the sail. Wood engraving, 19th century, after a Roman relief, c50 A.D

JUNO AND ARGUS. Juno preserves the eyes of the decapitated Argus by setting them in the peacocks tail. Copper engraving, 18th century

MERCURY AND ARGUS. Mercury about to cut off the head of the sleeping Argus. Copper engraving, 18th century

Various advertisements
Advertisements for the Glasgow & South Western Railway, The Argus newspaper, The Australasian journal, The Sketcher monthly publication

HMS Argus aircraft carrier, WW1
HMS Argus, aircraft carrier painted in dazzle camouflage, launched 1917, seen here at sea during the First World War. Date: circa 1917-1918

Biplane coming in to land on HMS Argus, WW1
A biplane coming in to land on the flight deck of HMS Argus, one of the first aircraft carriers, launched 1917, watched by crew during the First World War. circa 1917-1918

Biplane landing on HMS Argus, WW1
A biplane coming in to land on the flight deck of HMS Argus, one of the first aircraft carriers, launched 1917, during the First World War. Date: circa 1917-1918

Peacock design in an advertisement for stockings
A striking peacock design in an advertisement for Argus stockings made by Andre Gillier of Troyes, France. 1924

Brown Argus (Aricia agestis) adult, feeding on Green Alkanet (Pentaglottis sempervirens) flowers, Brittany, France, may

Male silver-studded blue butterfly

RUBENS: MERCURY & ARGUS. Oil sketch on wood, c1637

Scotch Argus Butterfly Scotland, UK
ROG-11325 Scotch Argus BUTTERFLY Scotland, UK Erebia aethiops Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Argus Pheasants
ARGUS PHEASANT (Argusianus giganteus)

Argus Pheasant
ARGUS PHEASANT argusianus argus

Building the Argo
Argus builds the Argo in which Jason and the Argonauts will sail to Colchis to steal the Golden Fleece

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"Argus: A Historic Journey through Time and Skies" Step into the captivating world of Argus, where history intertwines with innovation. From its role in World War I as an aircraft carrier to its remarkable camouflage techniques, this vessel has left an indelible mark on naval warfare. HMS Argus, a pioneering aircraft carrier commissioned during WWI, revolutionized military strategies by providing a mobile platform for aerial operations. Its presence in key battles like the Bombardment of Kagoshima showcased the power and versatility of this formidable warship. One notable event that unfolded aboard HMS Argus was Lt Col R Bell Davies' daring flight in the Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter F2211. This courageous pilot's mission exemplified the bravery and skill exhibited by those who took to the skies from this floating airfield. Beyond wartime exploits, HMS it also witnessed moments of tranquility. Picture Penelope Embroidering amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life onboard—a glimpse into how sailors found solace amid their duties. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Enallagma cyathigerum, commonly known as "Argus, " a beautiful damselfly species that shares its name with our illustrious ship. Just like these delicate creatures flitting above water bodies, HMS Argus soared across oceans with grace and purpose. The evolution of British aircraft carriers owes much to HMS Argus' groundbreaking design concepts. It paved the way for future advancements in naval aviation technology, shaping modern-day carriers as we know them today. Moving forward in time brings us to SAAB S100B Argus models—100006-006 through 100004-004—showcasing Sweden's contribution to airborne surveillance systems. These cutting-edge machines carry on the legacy of their namesake while pushing boundaries in aerial reconnaissance capabilities. Lastly, let us not forget about another proud bearer of this distinguished name—the legendary HMS Argus 149.