Controversy Collection (page 15)

Medical vivisection, satirical artwork
Medical vivisection. Satirical artwork that reverses the role of humans and animals in vivisection. An audience of rats, rabbits

Synthetic bacteria, SEM
Synthetic bacteria, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The first self-replicating bacteria cell controlled by a synthetic genome was developed by scientists at the J

Beloyarsk nuclear reactor construction
Fast breeder reactor. Construction work underway on the BN-800 reactor at the Beloyarsk nuclear power plant. The BN-800 is a fast-breeder class reactor that uses highly-enriched uranium as a fuel

Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543)
Nicolaus Copernicus Polish astronomer who began the revolution that overthrew more than 1000 years of astronomical thought

Thomas Carlyle, Scottish author
Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881), Scottish writer, essayist, historian, teacher and social commentator. Carlyle was raised as a strict Calvinist

Galileo Galilei, Italian astronomer
Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), Italian astronomer and physicist. Galileo was the first to successfully use a telescope to observe the heavens, discovering new stars, mountains on the Moon

Melamine and kidneys, artwork
Melamine and kidneys, computer artwork. Melamine is an organic base with a high nitrogen content. Melamine and formaldehyde are the main components of the plastic known as melamine resin

Andreas Vesalius, Belgian anatomist
Andreas Vesalius (1514-1564), Belgian anatomist, with anatomical equipment and books. Vesalius is most famous for the 1543 publication of his lectures in the book De Corporis Humani Fabrica

Memorial to the Battle of Plassey, West Bengal, India
Memorial obelisk to the Battle of Plassey (23 June 1757), West Bengal, India. The battle established British rule in India for the next 90 years. It took place at Palashi, West Bengal

Guards take aim in Sidney Street, East London
Members of the First Battalion Scots Guards lying in the roadway, taking aim during the Sidney Street Siege (popularly known as the Battle of Stepney) in East London

Winston Churchill in Sidney Street, East London
Winston Churchill, then Home Secretary, together with policemen and civilians, during the Sidney Street Siege (popularly known as the Battle of Stepney) in East London

Can shorts rival these graceful frocks for the courts?
A fashion illustration underlining the great tennis fashion debate of 1932 - Can shorts rival elegants skirts and dresses on the tennis court

Lutterworth church, Leicestershire
The church and churchyard at Lutterworth, Leicestershire. John Wyclif was rector here from 1374 to 1384, and it was here that he produced the first translation into English of the Christian Bible

DUC D AUMALE / GILL 1886
HENRI, duc d AUMALE 4th son of Louis-Philippe, soldier and historian, involved in controversy but donated Chantilly to the Institut de France

Granville Sharp Pattison
GRANVILLE SHARP PATTISON American anatomist and surgeon, often involved in controversy; bequeathed important Robert Burns collection to Maryland U

Formula One World Championship: Race winner Thierry Boutsen asks Ayrton Senna McLaren MP4 / 5 whether he believes
Race winner Thierry Boutsen (BEL) (Centre) asks Ayrton Senna (BRA) McLaren MP4/5 whether he believes the race should start. Australian Grand Prix, Adelaide, 5 November 1989

Le Mans 24 Hours: The Jaguar XJ220C of David Brabham, David Coulthard and John Nielsen won the GT1 class but was later
The Jaguar XJ220C of David Brabham (AUS), David Coulthard (GBR) and John Nielsen (DEN) won the GT1 class but was later disqualified on a technicality Le Mans 24 Hour Race - La Sarthe, France

Grey Seal female warding off courting bull Donna Nook, Lincolnshire Coast, England, UK
SAS-127 Grey Seal - female warding off courting bull Donna Nook, Lincolnshire Coast, England, UK Halichoerus grypus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display

Behring Sea Controversy
The Behring Sea Controversy Uncle Sam put his foot down. The [British] Lion roared, but it quickly came to terms

Dr Henry Sacheverel
HENRY SACHEVEREL English clergyman, the centre of a religio-political incident, where he attacked the whig government in two sermons (1709). Date: ?1674 - 1724

The Promised Land
Moses sends his scouts to view the Promised Land : they find it, starting a controversy which is still with us more than 2000 years later

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"Unveiling the Controversy: A Journey through Time and Perspectives" Step into a world where controversy reigns supreme, as we delve into historical moments that have sparked heated debates and divided opinions. From political propaganda to sporting clashes, religious disputes to artistic scandals, this captivating collection of hints offers a glimpse into the diverse tapestry of controversies that have shaped our past. In 1910, a Liberal Party poster for the British General Election ignited fierce discussions about political ideologies and social reform. Its vibrant colors and powerful imagery became symbols of both hope and dissent. Fast forward to 1989 at the Japanese Grand Prix, where an unexpected turn of events stirred controversy among racing enthusiasts. The clash between drivers left spectators questioning sportsmanship versus competitive spirit. Meanwhile, in Belo Horizonte, Brazil stands Pampulha Church - a masterpiece designed by Oscar Niemeyer that polarized architectural critics with its daring modernist style. This iconic structure continues to provoke conversations about tradition versus innovation. The Marburg Colloquy takes us back to 1529 when religious leaders engaged in intense theological debates during the Protestant Reformation. These discussions forever altered Europe's religious landscape while raising questions about faith and unity. A haunting image emerges from history as two skeletons – one human, one gorilla – remind us of our complex relationship with nature. This controversial depiction challenges notions of evolution and humanity's place in the natural world. The German Railway gun captured at the Battle of Amiens during World War I serves as a stark reminder of conflict's devastating consequences. Its display sparks debates on war ethics while honoring those who fought bravely on opposing sides. Artistic scandal finds its place within Madame X (Madame Pierre Gautreau), an oil painting from 1883-84 that caused uproar due to its provocative portrayal of high society womanhood. The artist's audacity raises questions about societal norms and artistic freedom.