Forth Collection

Spitfires over Forth
German Heinkel IIIs over the Forth Bridge are intercepted by Spitfires - the first defensive aerial action of the war

The Forth Rail Bridge - viewed from North Queensferry. The Bridge became a UNESCO World Heritage site in July 2015. Date: circa 1910s

Portobello, Edinburgh, Scotland
Portobello - a coastal suburb of Edinburgh. Formerly a beach resort, it is located three miles to the east of the city centre, facing the Firth of Forth Date: 1937

Forth Bridge Construct
The Forth Bridge during construction. Designed by Sir John Fowler (1817- 1898) and Sir Benjamin Baker (1840-1907) and constructed by Sir William Arrol (1839-1913)

Painting the Forth Bridge
Workmen painting the Forth Rail Bridge in Scotland, 1931

Suffragette Demonstration Rally Hyde Park
The Great Suffragette Demonstration held on 23rd July 1910. banners held aloft include Fortune Favours The Brave, Arise Go Forth & Conquer and the Emmeline Pankhurst banner. Date: 23rd July 1910

The Forth Bridge: Fife Pier. Free cantilever completed and central girder commenced; fixed cantilever not quite completed

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

Firth of Forth from Corstorphine Hill (1843). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1843

The Forth Bridge: Queensferry Pier, looking south, Lifting platforms about 190 feet above high-water level

Forth Road Bridge crossing the Firth of Forth between Queensferry and Inverkeithing, near Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Firth of Forth Bridges, 1964 Road Suspension Bridge (foreground), 1890 Rail Bridge (background), Scotland, UK, Europe

Advertising postcard for the Carron Line Ferries which ran a service from London to Glasgow. A ferry boat ( The Avon ) is depicted here travelling under the Forth Rail Bridge

Forth Road Bridge, West Lothian, Fife, near Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Hush Hush Railway Engine crossing the Forth Rail Bridge
Hush Hush Railway Engine (designed by Sir Herbert Nigel Gresley CBE) crossing the Forth Rail Bridge. The LNER W1 No. 10000 (known as the Hush-Hush due to its secrecy)

Inchcolm Island, Firth of Forth, Scotland

Bass Rock with flock of gannets and seagulls

Gannet (Morus bassanus) portrait, Bass Rock, Firth of Forth, Scotland, UK, June

Scotland, Edinburgh, Forth Bridge. Forth Road Bridge connecting Scotlands capital city, Edinburgh, with Fife, leaving the Lothians at Dalmeny and arriving in Fife at North Queensferry

Paris Masons, 1740
Freemasons in a Masonic Lodge in Paris perform a ritual. A symbol covered banner is laid on the floor while a blindfolded man, an arm & shoulder bared, is led forth

UK, Scotland, Edinburgh
Scotland, Edinburgh, Forth Rail Bridge, South Queensferry

The Bridge - Bridge of Allan, Scotland
The Bridge - Bridge of Allan - a town in the Stirling council area in Scotland, just north of the city of Stirling. The town lies on the Allan Water, a northern tributary of the River Forth

The Forth Bridge, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland. Date: 1909

HMS Bonaventure - an Astraea-Class second-class cruiser
Royal Navy - HMS Bonaventure, an Astraea-Class second-class cruiser of the Royal Navy, ordered as part of the eight-ship Astraea class under the Naval Defence Act of 1889

Forth bridge during construction, c. 1883
Forth bridge during construction, c.1883 Date: circa 1883

Forth Bridge Ferry / 1941
Loading the Forth Bridge ferry with cars and passengers, Scotland

The Forth Bridge (engraving)
1623795 The Forth Bridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Forth Bridge. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 January 1882)

A London and North Eastern Railway poster advertising east coast journeys to Scotland
1198172 A London and North Eastern Railway poster advertising east coast journeys to Scotland, (colour lithograph) by Gawthorn

The Dove Sent Forth from the Ark, by Gustave Dore
THE DOVE SENT FORTH FROM THE ARK, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for the Bible. 1870, Art, Artist, holy book, religion, religious, christianity, christian

HMS Forth in Devonport, with seven submarines moored alongside. 1914

St. Monance Church
The fine church at St. Monance, a small fishing village on the Firth of Forth, Fifeshire, Scotland. Bass Rock can just about be seen in the distance. Date: 14th century

Naval fleet alongside the Forth railway bridge, photographed from an airship

Stirling Castle, town and meander of the river Forth, viewed from the north-east, Stirling, Stirlingshire, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

N Express on Forth Brg
The North Express thunders over the Forth Bridge on its way to Aberdeen

Youth Learns Fear / Grimm
A boy fearlessly encounters two giant black cats on his journey to discover the meaning of fear Date: circa 1905

TANTALLON CASTLE, LOOKING EAST. Tantallon Castle is a semi-ruined mid-14th-century fortress, located convert|5|km east of North Berwick, in East Lothian, Scotland

Forth bridge at sunset
Forth rail bridgeSouth Queensferry, Scotland

Steam train powering over the Forth Bridge, Scotland - August 1934. Date: 1934

View of the village of Culross and Culross Palace, Fife, Scotland, Great Britain

View across the gardens to the village of Culross, Fife, Scotland, Great Britain

UK, Scotland, Stirling, View of the Old Stirling Bridge

Forth Bridge maintenance workers, probably early 1900s

Inchcolm, Firth of Forth, Victorian period

The Forth Bridge, possibly 1920s

Condtruction of the Forth Bridge

Construction of the Forth Railway Bridge - waiting for the ferry - Victorian period

Building the Forth Railway Bridge - riveting machine - Victorian period

Riveting machine, Construction of the Forth Bridge

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The majestic Forth Bridge stands tall, connecting the shores of Fife and Queensferry over the mighty Firth of Forth. This iconic structure, with its distinctive red hue, has become a symbol of engineering excellence and Scottish pride. As Spitfires soar gracefully above the bridge during World War II, their presence reminds us of the historical significance this area holds. Portobello, a charming seaside town in Edinburgh, Scotland, lies nearby. Its sandy beaches and vibrant atmosphere attract locals and tourists alike to enjoy leisurely walks along the promenade or dip their toes into the refreshing waters of the Forth. The painting of the Forth Bridge is an arduous task that requires meticulous attention to detail. The dedicated workers diligently coat every inch with protective layers to ensure its longevity against harsh weather conditions. Their efforts are truly commendable as they preserve this architectural marvel for generations to come. In 1912, suffragettes gathered at Hyde Park for a demonstration rally demanding equal rights for women. Little did they know that years later, women would play pivotal roles in constructing bridges like these across nations. Fife Pier on one end and Queensferry Pier on another serve as gateways to this magnificent structure. They welcome travelers from all walks of life who embark on journeys filled with anticipation and awe-inspiring views. The Forth Road Bridge gracefully spans across the Firth between Queensferry and Inverkeithing - a testament to human ingenuity blending seamlessly with nature's grandeur. As we gaze upon these breathtaking Firth Bridges from Corstorphine Hill's vantage point, we are reminded once again how man-made wonders can harmoniously coexist within our natural landscapes. Rosyth Naval Base has stood proudly since 1908 as it safeguards Scotland's maritime interests while contributing significantly to national defense efforts. It serves as a reminder that even amidst peaceful surroundings like those offered by the Firth of Forth, protection and security remain paramount.