Base Collection

LFDCA-LFB Lambeth HQ and Lambeth river station
A modernised Lambeth river fire station and the new fireboat London Phoenix, seen here from the north bank of the River Thames

Royal Navy recruitment poster. Stokers required, no previous experience necessary, age 18 to 25 years. Apply to the Royal Navy Recruiting Office, Naval Base, Great Yarmouth

JACKIE ROBINSON (1919-1972). John Roosevelt Robinson, known as Jackie. American baseball player. As a member of the Brooklyn Dodgers

Computer screen showing a human genetic sequence
DNA sequencing. Computer screen showing a sequence of base pairs forming part of the human genetic code. The three billion base pairs that form the genetic code of human DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

WW1 silhouettes, wounded soldiers and medical care
Silhouettes of wounded soldiers and medical care during the First World War. From the top: stretcher bearers, a field ambulance, the casualty clearing station, a train taking men off to the base

Mills Bomb No 5 hand grenade, used during World War One, 1915. Oval cast iron segmented body with handle and split pin. Marked on base plate with grenade number and maker?s name P B and Company

GLC-LFB Dennis diesel Compact Pump
Introduced into London in the mid-1970s, this narrow wheel base pump was not a dual purpose fire engine. It could only carry an extension ladder and not the 50 foot wheeled escape

Double-stranded RNA molecule. Computer model of the structure of double-stranded RNA (ribonucleic acid). The majority of RNA in a cell is in the single-stranded form

DNA molecule, computer artwork. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is composed of two strands twisted into a double helix. Each strand consists of a sugar-phosphate backbone attached to nucleotide bases

Kaman HH-43B Huskie, 62-4535 base rescue helicopter
Kaman HH-43B Huskie, 62-4535, the base rescue helicopter at Upper Heyford. This helicopter is currently in the Midland Air Museum, Coventry

Avro Lancaster I R5868s for Sugar being bombed up
Avro Lancaster I, R5868,s for Sugar, being bombed up. The veteran of 137 wartime sorties, was initially preserved as a gate guardian at its former base

Mount Everest Expedition 1924
Mount Everest Expedition, 1924. Led by General The Hon. C. B. Bruce C.B. A view of Mount Everest from the Base Camp in the Rongbuk Valley, Tibet. Sent (and signed on front) by J. B. L

DNA molecule. Computer artwork of a molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) with the chemical formulas of its components. DNA is composed of two sugar-phosphate backbones (blue)

Flight simulator in use, RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire
A flight simulator in use at RAF Lyneham, Wiltshire. Before computers, flight simulators used actual models of different airfields in order to train pilots

Trajan Column, Rome, base portion
Black and white lantern slide capturing image of the cast of the base of Trajans Column inside the Victoria and Albert Museum Cast Court

R101 airship on mooring mast
The R101 airship attached to a mooring mast, Cardington RAF Base. Date: circa 1930

Singapore, bastion in the East, by G. H. Davis
Britains great bastion in the East: Singapore, stubborn obstacle to Japans ambitious projects in Southern Asia during the Second World War

The Encampment of the English Forces near Portsmouth during the Battle of the Solent
BAL331681 The Encampment of the English Forces near Portsmouth during the Battle of the Solent, 1778 (engraving) (later colouration) by Basire

JACKIE ROBINSON (1919-1972). John Roosevelt Robinson, known as Jackie. American baseball player. Playing first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers at Ebbets Field, Brooklyn, probably 1947

Scene at Scapa Flow, Orkney Islands, with ships
Scene at Scapa Flow in the Orkney Islands, Scotland, with various ships in the harbour. Date: 20th century

Rosyth Naval Base, Scotland, 1908
Illustration showing an artists impression of how Rosyth Naval Base, in the Firth of Forth, would look when complete. This image was created when the work on the base had only just begun in 1908

The Arrival of the First Thor Ballistic Missile to RAF Bom
Photograph of the delivery of first Thor Ballistic Missile to an RAF Base in Norfolk, 19th September 1958. Sixty-five feet long

HMS Iron Duke, British battleship, launched 1912, served as the flagship of the Grand Fleet during the First World War, used as a base ship at Scapa Flow during the Second World War

The Big Hollow Tree - Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC, Canada
The Big Hollow Tree - Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Date: circa 1910s

Seaplane carrier pigeon, WW1
A carrier pigeon housed on board a seaplane for the delivery of messages during the First World War. This particular bird delivered a message (no)

Gibraltar Harbour
The harbour of Gibraltar, before the British established their naval base here

Wartime postcard for soldiers to send home, with options to delete or retain. For example: I am quite well, I have been admitted into hospital, I am being sent down to the base

DNA molecule, artwork
DNA molecule. Computer artwork of a double stranded DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) molecule amongst clouds of swirling gas. DNA is composed of two strands twisted into a double helix

Second Byrd Antarctic Expedition, 1933-35
Second Byrd Antarctic Expedition, historical map. This expedition took place between 1933 and 1935, and followed an earlier expedition from 1928 to 1930

British Antarctic Survey base at Rothera, Antarctica

Wedgwood Jasperware covered jug
Old English Pottery and Porcelain - Wedgwood Jasper Ware. A beautical covered jug - exemplifying the Wedgwood blue colour. The nymphs and cupids, applied in white relief, are highly finished

North American QF-100F Super Sabre 56-3905
United States Army - North American QF-100F-10-NA Super Sabre 56-3905 (MSN 243-181), at Holloman Air Force Base New Mexico. (currently at the Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum, Baltimore)

Douglas C-124C Globemaster II O-20994 (msn 43903, 52-0994, N86599) Registered as N86599 with Detroit Institute of Aeronautics, after disposal by the United states Air Force

United States Air Force - McDonnell F-4C-18-MC Phantom II 63-7478 (msn 471) of the 4453 CCTW, at MacDill Air Force Base near Tampa, Florida

Douglas C-124 Globemaster O-265406 in the museum at Kelly Air Force Base. This aircraft was scrapped when the airbase closed

Architecture I: Orders of Architecture, engraved by Charles Lawrie (engraving)
XJF314357 Architecture I: Orders of Architecture, engraved by Charles Lawrie (engraving) by Waring, John Burley (1823-1875) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Zeppelin shed at Nordholz, aerial photograph during WW1
Aerial photograph of a Zeppelin shed on a turntable, after its reconstruction and extension to a length of 200 metres, at the Nordholz Zeppelin Base in northern Germany during the First World War

Ufo at Hya Kuri Japan
A UFO is pursued by a Japanese military jet, at Air Force Base Hya Kuri. Date: 10 October 1975

Huge Old Oak Tree C1912
Major Oak: a huge oak tree believed to be 1500 years old, with a 35 foot girth and 64 foot base

Air crew of 617 Squadron scramble their Avro Vulcan Bomber at RAF Scampton as part of a QRA (Quick Reaction Alert) exercise. 12th February 1965

Grumman S-2 Tracker 152364
United States Navy - Grumman S-2E Tracker 152364 (msn 251C, base code NT, call-sign 106 ), of VS-33 / VSG-59, embarked on USS Hornet

United States Air Force - Convair B-36A Peacemaker 44-92015 (msn 12) This aircraft was the first B-36 delivery to an operational unit when it taxied under its own power from Air Force Plant 4 to

Northrop T-38A-10-NO Talon 58-1194, Buzz Number TF-194. The first production aircraft, with the rear cockpit canopy blanked off for flight testing

Fairey Flycatcher amphibians
Fleet Air Arm Fairey Flycatcher amphibians at a seaplane base in the far east. Date: circa 1925

View of Port Antonio, Jamaica, West Indies, from Richmond, with Navy Island (a former British naval base) in the distance, and the Titchfield Hotel on the right. Date: circa 1910

The Embankment at Night - Base of Cleopatras Needle
The Embankment at Night - Sphinx at the base of Cleopatras Needle. Date: circa 1910s

Victory Day Parade
The Victory Parade : the French Air Force contingent passes the Saluting Base where Britains royals await them Date: 8 June 1946

77 mm German engraved artillery shell case - Bezalel School
77 mm. German artillery shell case engraved at the Bezalel School in Jerusalem. Inlaid silver and copper damascene work including three silver date trees

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"From the Royal Navy to Jackie Robinson: Exploring the Foundations of Success" The Royal Navy recruitment poster stands tall, symbolizing a strong base for those who dare to serve their country with honor and courage. In 1950, Jackie Robinson's daring steal home showcased his incredible athleticism and strategic thinking as he slid under the catcher's tag, solidifying his place in baseball history. WW1 silhouettes remind us of the sacrifices made by wounded soldiers and the crucial medical care that formed the backbone of their recovery. The Mills Bomb No 5 hand grenade served as a deadly weapon during World War One, highlighting how even destructive forces can have a firm foundation. The Trajan Column in Rome showcases its majestic base portion, reminding us of ancient civilizations' architectural prowess and their ability to create lasting legacies. A computer screen displaying a human genetic sequence represents our modern understanding of life's building blocks and emphasizes the importance of scientific research as our foundation for progress. The GLC-LFB Dennis diesel Compact Pump exemplifies firefighting teams' reliance on reliable equipment as they form an essential base for protecting lives and property. The Mount Everest Expedition in 1924 demonstrated humanity's relentless pursuit of conquering new heights while relying on teamwork and preparation as their fundamental support system. RAF Lyneham's flight simulator provides aspiring pilots with a solid grounding before taking to the skies, emphasizing how training forms an indispensable foundation for aviation success. Double-stranded RNA molecules reveal intricate biological processes at play within cells, showcasing nature's complex yet robust foundations that sustain life itself. The Kaman HH-43B Huskie base rescue helicopter epitomizes bravery and selflessness as it serves on the front lines, providing critical aid when every second counts.