Bomb Disposal Collection

Clearance of an unexploded bomb in Hull during the Second World War. One of many dropped by the Luftwaffe on the city of Hull over three nights in May 1941

Members of a Royal Engineers Bomb Disposal Squad pose for the camera after successfully defusing a 500KG bomb in Craven Street, Hull

Royal Engineers Bomb Disposal Squad defusing a 500KG bomb in Craven Street, Hull. One of many dropped by the Luftwaffe on the city of Hull over three nights in May 1941

Armoured Tractor, ploughing fields littered with shells and bombs, 31st August 1967. Forestry Commission volunteers help reclaim 900 acres of a Royal Artillery range for forestry work, Trawsfynydd

Formula One World Championship, Rd6, Monaco Grand Prix, Practice Day, Monte-Carlo, Monaco, Thursday 24 May 2012
Police carry out a controlled explosion of a suspect package at the Paddock gates. Formula One World Championship, Rd6, Monaco Grand Prix, Practice Day, Monte-Carlo, Monaco, Thursday 24 May 2012

Explosions are seen while members of Hamas security forces work on neutralizing an
Explosions are seen while members of Hamas security forces and and members of a United Nations sapper unit work on neutralizing an unexploded ordnance remaining from Israels offensive last year

A 250 kg World War Two bomb that was found during excavation works at a gas station, is carried on a military truck, following an operation to defuse it, in the northern city of Thessaloniki, Greece

Wartime badges of Britains armed forces, World War II, 1939-1945 (colour litho)
6015169 Wartime badges of Britains armed forces, World War II, 1939-1945 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wartime badges of Britains armed forces)

Roger Eyre, Assistant Engineer in training with the Urban District Council, Sutton in Ashfield, Notts, using defunct Mine Detector to locate manhole covers which have been covered by layers of

Suit for protection against bombs. February 1979 P035477

A Bomb scare at the old Bailey. An Army Robot in action today as part of the bomb disposal unit. November 1981

Human Minesweepers who cleared the harbours of Europe from Charburg to Bremen began operations in Manchester Ship canal to locate a bomb which fell there five years ago

World War II Women: W. A. A. F.s in training. How to tackle an incendiary
World War II Women: W.A.A.F.s in training. How to tackle an incendiary, instructor holding burning practice incendiary bomb. May 1941 P010218

EOD expert using robot to investigate attache case

Talon remote-controlled robot investigates an improvised explosive device
Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, March 6, 2012 - A Talon remote-controlled robot investigates a simulated improvised explosive device during an emergency response training event

Explosive ordnance disposal technician investigates an IED
Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, March 6, 2012 - Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician investigates a simulated improvised explosive device during an emergency response training event

The Talon bomb disposal robot picks up an inert unexploded mortar round
Republic of the Philippines, October 23, 2006 - The Talon bomb disposal robot picks up an inert unexploded mortar round at Clark Air Base

An EOD member places an x-ray machine near an Improvised Explosive Device
Sana, Yemen, December 18, 2005 - A Yemen Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) team member places an x-ray machine near an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during a training scenario

A Talon 3B robot recovering a stick of dynamite and other explosive devices in Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain, June 14, 2005 - The Talon 3B robot recovers a stick of dynamite and other explosive devices at the a Bahrain training range

A Foster-Miller Talon MK II ordnance disposal robot
China Lake, California, November 15, 2006 - A Foster-Miller Talon MK II ordnance disposal robot prepares to unearth a simulated improvised explosive device

A remote controlled vehicle used to inspect improvised explosive devices

Explosive Ordnance Disposal robot used to safely inspect unsafe situations
East Baghdad, Iraq, May 10, 2006 - U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal direct a robot used to safely inspect ordnance and situations unsafe for EOD tech personnel

A U. S. Marine tries running in a bomb suit
Kunduz, Afghanistan - A U.S. Marine tries running in a German Army EOD blast suit

Andros F6-A remote ordnance neutralization system
January 19, 2012 - Andros F6-A remote ordnance neutralization system, retrieves an improvised explosive device during training at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas

Retractable arm of Talon 3B Robot disconnecting the wiring of a simulated claymore
Manama, Bahrain, June 14, 2005 - The retractable arm of the Talon 3B Robot reaches out to disconnect the wiring of a simulated claymore mine during a training mission at a Bahrain training range

A technician dressed in a EOD-8 Explosive Ordnance Disposal Suit
U.S. Navy Hull Maintenance Technician, in his EOD-8 Explosive Ordnance Disposal Suit, inspects the remaining High Explosive material from a disrupted Improvised Explosive Device (IED)

Soldiers dressed in bomb suits examine a suspicious package
August 19, 2011 - U.S. soldier (green bomb suit) and a Kyrgyz Republic soldier, X-ray a suspicious package during a bilateral information exchange scenario at the Transit Center at Manas, Kyrgyzstan

The tEODor heavy-duty bomb disposal robot
German Army explosive ordnance disposal team demonstrates the capabilities of the tEODor heavy-duty EOD robot at a U.S. manned camp in Northern Afghanistan

Soldier dressed in bomb suit inpecting a simulated improvised explosive device
May 18, 2016 - An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician inspects a simulated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during Exercise Tricrab at Naval Base Guam

The Andros F6-A robot
July 24, 2008 - The Andros F6-A robot. The robot is equipped with several television cameras for remote viewing and a dexterous arm for hazardous tasks

A Talon 3B robot unit climbing a flight of stairs during a training mission in Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain, June 14, 2005 - The Talon 3B robot unit climbs a flight of stairs looking for explosives during a training mission at a Bahrain training range

A PackBot robot picks up a demonstration object in Baghdad, Iraq
A PackBot robot picks up a demonstration object at the Joint Robotics Repair Detachment at Victory Base Complex, Baghdad, Iraq

A MRAP vehicle disassembles an improvised explosive device
May 18, 2011 - Iraqi army soldiers disassemble an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during a training exercise conducted by U.S

Technicians operate the MK II Talon robot to investigate an improvised explosive device
Drasi, Italy, November 14, 2007 - During a route clearance exercise, technicians from Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit operate the MK II Talon robot to investigate an improvised explosive

Bomb disposal robot overcoming an obstacle
Bomb disposal robot. Radio-controlled bomb disposal robot vehicle shows how it can pass over obstacles in its path using its " caterpillar" tracks

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"Unsung Heroes: The Brave Bomb Disposal Squads of Hull during WWII" During the Second World War, a Royal Engineers Bomb Disposal Squad in Hull fearlessly tackled the dangerous task of clearing unexploded bombs. In a rare moment captured on camera, members of this heroic squad proudly posed for the lens after successfully neutralizing a 500KG bomb in Craven Street. Decades later, on August 31st, 1967, an Armoured Tractor plowed through fields still littered with shells and bombs from past conflicts. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to ensure safety and peace. In another part of the world, amidst explosions echoing in the background, members of Hamas security forces worked tirelessly to neutralize threats. Their dedication and courage are evident as they risk their lives to protect their community. Even outside wartime scenarios, bomb disposal remains crucial. During excavation works at a gas station, workers stumbled upon a chilling relic from history - a 250 kg World War Two bomb. Such discoveries highlight how vigilance is necessary even in seemingly peaceful times. Bomb disposal experts also play unexpected roles beyond conflict zones. At the Monaco Grand Prix practice day in May 2012, Formula One drivers raced around while just meters away stood professionals ready to handle any potential explosive hazards that might arise. The sacrifices made by those involved in bomb disposal cannot be overstated. Wartime badges from Britain's armed forces during WWII serve as poignant reminders of these brave individuals who put themselves at risk for our safety and freedom. Among them was Roger Eyre—an Assistant Engineer training with Urban District Council—who dedicated himself to protecting his community against potential threats lurking beneath their feet. As time progresses, so do advancements in protective gear designed specifically for dealing with bombs—a suit developed back in February 1979 stands as evidence that innovation continues to enhance safety measures for those working tirelessly against explosive dangers.