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Zeppelin raids by G. H. Davis
The Zeppelin raids: some notes on the airships and their weapons. How a Zeppelin goes aloft when attacked -- the working of the elevators and the release of the water ballast. Date: 1915

Stockholm, Sweden - Katarinahissen
The Katarina Elevator (Katarinahissen) - a passenger elevator in Stockholm connecting Slussen (Docks) to the heights of Sodermalm. The original elevator (pictured here) was constructed in 1881

OTIS TUFTS American inventor of the elevator (known as a lift in Britain) Date: 1804 - ?

Old wooden granary still stands near the ghost town of Collins, Montna, USA
Old wooden granary still stands near the ghost town of Collins, Montana, USA

The rusted elevator control in the abandoned Roosevelt Sweater Mill

Lift bridge in Chicago
Antique illustration of a Lift bridge in Chicago, 1893

Steam elevator from Otis brothers in New York

Transmission elevator
Antique illustration of a Transmission elevator

Hand goods lift
Antique illustration of a Hand goods lift

Elevator in Grand Restaurant Berlin
Antique illustration of a Elevator in Grand Restaurant Berlin

Elevators
Antique illustration engraving of various elevators

Red combine harvester

Coal mine

Lift shaft

Elevador de Santa Justa, Lisbon, Portugal
Santa Justa Elevator, Lisbon, Portugal

Zacatecas Teleferico (gondola)
Zacatecas, teleferico system on the Bufa mountain is an old Aerial Tram and dates from 1975, it was meant as a medium of transportation but today is more like a touristic atraction on the city

Cable lift on Sass Pordoi, 2950m, Dolomites
Travel in the Dolomiteais, Italian Alps, Europe, Summertime

NEW MEXICO: MINING, 1940. Gold miners exiting a mine elevator in Mogollon, New Mexico. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1940

WISCONSIN: GRAIN ELEVATOR. Great Northern Railway grain elevators in Superior, Wisconsin. Photograph by John Vachon, 1941

TEXAS: GRAIN ELEVATOR, 1943. A row of grain elevators near Amarillo, Texas. Photograph by Jack Delano, March 1943

IOWA: CORN MILL, 1936. Loading corn kernels onto a truck from an elevator shoot, Spencer, Iowa. Photograph by Russell Lee, December 1936

GRAIN ELEVATORS, 1941. Grain elevators in Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, July 1941

GRAIN ELEVATORS, 1941. A row of cooperative grain elevators in Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, July 1941

A manned lunar space elevator prepares to depart from its manned lunar base. Surrounding it are support facilities and cargo

A manned lunar space elevator ascends from the surface of the moon riding a 35, 000-mile-long tether anchored at the other end to a counterweight in a Lagrange point in space

Lunar space elevator compared to a locomotive
This manned lunar space elevator is approximately 160 feet long, about the length of a modern locomotive and two box cars and would carry a crew of two

A soldier fast-ropes from the rear of a CH-46E Sea Knight
Aboard USS Essex, May 9, 2006 - A combat engineer fast-ropes from the rear of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter which, is parked overhanging the edge of the flight deck

Sailors move an X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System
Norfolk, Virginia, May 6, 2013 - Sailors move an X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator from a lowered aircraft elevator aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush

High angle view of an Unmanned Combat Air System
Atlantic Ocean, May 14, 2013 - Sailors move an X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator onto an aircraft elevator aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush

Marines conduct marksmanship training aboard USS Essex
Pacific Ocean, May 30, 2007 - Marines conduct marksmanship training over the portside elevator aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2), enroute to Exercise Talisman Saber 07

Marines and sailors fast-rope from the rear of a CH-46E Sea Knight
Aboard USS Essex, May 9, 2006 - Marines and sailors fast-rope from the rear of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter which, is parked overhanging the edge of the flight deck

Eiffel Tower machinery with a man beside the wheel that raises elevator, during the Paris Exposition, France, between 1887 and 1889, Napoleon Dufeu

The New Grain Elevator, international, being Towed Across the North Sea
The New Grain Elevator, " international, " being Towed Across the North Sea to Antwerp, 1883

CHICAGO RIVER, c1900. Boats and elevators along the Chicago River in Chicago, Illinois. Photochrome, c1900

STATUE OF LIBERTY, c1890. Interior of the pedestal and the elevator. Lithograph, American, from a souvenir folder, c1890

JAPAN: SKYSCRAPER, 1890. Tokyos first skyscraper, the Ryounkaku, with Japans first elevator. Woodblock print, 1890

OTIS ELEVATOR, 1889. Engine of the first electric elevator, made by the Otis Elevator Company and installed in the Demarest Building, New York

PASSENGER ELEVATOR, 1883. Passenger elevator with automatic stop feature. Line engraving, American, 1883

BUFFALO: CANAL HARBOR. Steamboats and grain elevators in the Canal harbor, Buffalo, New York. Photograph c1910-1920

CENTENNIAL FAIR, 1876. Spectators riding the elevator on Belmont Hill in Fairmont Park, to take in a view of the Centennial Exposition building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

FIRE ESCAPE, 1791. A movable balcony fire escape in England, 1791. Engraving, English, 1885

HINE: COAL MINERS, 1911. A group of coal miners at the end of the work day, waiting for the cage to go up, South Pittston, Pennsylvania. Photograph by Lewis Hine, January 1911

Farm Machinery
3rd May 1926: The agricultural tractors and elevators in the machinery yard at Lord Rayleighs farm, Hatfield. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Horse Lift
8th December 1913: Workmen take a horse up to the roof by lift, to help clear away the debris after a fire in this Berlin factory. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Horse Lift
8th December 1913: Workmen take a horse up to the roof by lift, to help clear away the debris after a fire in this Berlin factory. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Zacatecas Teleferico (Gondola)
Zacatecas, teleferico system on the Bufa mountain is an old Aerial Tram and dates from 1975, it was meant as a medium of transportation but today is more like a touristic atraction on the city

Boatlift on the old Canal du Centre in Thieu
Boat lift no. 4 on the old Canal du Centre in Thieu, Belgium. The four hydraulic lifts of the Historic Canal du Centre form some of the highest quality industrial monuments

Eiffel Elevator
The elevator at the first level of the Eiffel Tower, during its construction. The elevator is still used for conveying sightseers. (Photo by Three Lions/Getty Images)

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"Riding the Elevator: A Journey through Time and Space" Step into the world of elevators, where innovation meets convenience. From the iconic Otis Electric Elevator to the breathtaking Lacerda Elevator in Salvador, Brazil, these vertical marvels have transformed our lives in countless ways. Let's start our journey at The Standard Hotel in Kings Cross, London. As you ascend its sleek elevator, you can't help but appreciate how far we've come since the days of OTIS ELEVATOR WORKS back in 1853. Imagine witnessing their factory on the Hudson River or experiencing their groundbreaking Otis Patent Hoisting Engine at Wanamakers in New York City. But elevators aren't just about function; they also offer stunning views. Picture yourself gliding up Zacatecas' towering heights or gazing upon Buffalo's picturesque entrance to Harbour from an elevated perspective. These moments remind us that they are not merely a means of transportation but also gateways to new horizons. As twilight sets over St. Louis' freight yard, we see how elevators play a vital role in industries worldwide. They facilitate efficient movement and storage of goods, ensuring that commerce never sleeps. Now let's delve into history with wood engravings from 1862 showcasing Paternoster lifts - fascinating contraptions with usage and drive wheels that were once prevalent across Europe. It's incredible to witness how technology has evolved over time while still preserving the essence of this ingenious invention. Onboard RMS Mauretania, one can truly appreciate luxury as passenger elevators whisk guests effortlessly between decks. These elegant machines epitomize comfort and sophistication during oceanic voyages – a testament to human ingenuity meeting opulence on grand scales. Finally, return to Salvador for a magical experience at dusk or sunset aboard the Lacerda Elevator – an architectural gem connecting upper and lower parts of this vibrant Brazilian cityscape.